gross motor skills Flashcards
1
Q
where do GMS start developing
A
at the head downwards
2
Q
what can be seen by 6 months
A
the neck and back muscles are more controlled - the infant can now roll, sit and crawl
3
Q
what happens around 11 to 13 months
A
the leg muscles are more controlled - the infant can begin to stand, cruise and walk
4
Q
what happens between 2-2.5 years old?
A
Climbing of low furniture, kicking balls, propelling sit on toys
5
Q
what is expected of a 3 year old child?
A
use a trike, throw a ball.
6
Q
what may happen around 42 months
A
- Walking/balancing along a line.
- hopping on one foot
- running forwards and backwards
7
Q
5 to 8 year olds should be able to do what?
A
- accurately catch and throw
- walk and balance on a low beam
- skip with a rope
- hop, skip and jump with confidence
8
Q
by around what age should a child be able to ride a bike?
A
6 years old
