Middle Childhood / School-Age (~6 - 12 Years Old) ATI Flashcards
The School Age lasts until-
The onset of puberty (12 years old)
The growth that occurs in this stage allows you to become a productive member of society =
School-Age
During the school-age of development, the child’s environment expands beyond the family, home, and neighborhood to include-
School, A Faith Community, & Other Social Institutions
The rate of growth during the school-age is-
Slow and consistent, but ends with a growth spurt as puberty starts
Differences in weight, height, and build among children of the school-age stage reflect the child’s-
Genetics, Nutrition, & Exercise
A child’s posture changes at which stage of development? Why?
School-age
Because their center of gravity shifts downward and their muscle strength increases
Your flexibility does not show improvement during the school-age of development.
True or false?
False
Are fine motor skills still developing in middle childhood?
Yes, your movements become steadier + more controlled
Developmental changes from 6-12 years old are-
Gradual & Slow but are Substantial
When do children begin to gain a sense of body image as they begin to compare themselves to others?
6 Years Old
Most children will not begin to experience physical changes in this stage, but there are some that do =
School-Age
For the kids that do undergo physical changes while in middle childhood, they will have variations at the rate of which they-
Begin to develop secondary sexual characteristics
As kids grow and develop during middle childhood, they typically learn how to-
Ride a bicycle, jump rope, hit a baseball, and kick a soccer ball
At what age might you become involved in playing sports, learning to play a musical instrument, dancing, attending art classes, and engaging in other social activities?
School-Age
When do peer relationships start to become important?
School-Age
Do most school-aged children openly express a dislike for the opposite sex?
Do most children gravitate toward peers who are the same gender?
Yes
Thinking becomes more complex as what increases?
Social Activity
The emotions of a school-aged child have wide ranges depending on-
Their Chronological Age + Psychosocial Maturity
In the early part of middle childhood, children may use what kind’s of emotions to express their feelings?
Simple Emotions (Tears & Anger)
In the later part of middle childhood, peer relationships begin to become-
More Serious + Become More Diverse & Inclusive
As a child progresses towards adolescence, tears become-
Less evident and become viewed as childish + immature
Peer acceptance becomes increasingly important during-
Middle Childhood
Middle childhood is marked by increased development of-
Language Skills + Ability to concentrate for longer periods of time
Children in middle childhood develop more mature and logical ways of thinking and are able to-
Take responsibility for keeping their rooms clean + caring for their possessions
What age group might be given chores around the house, which gives a sense of family cohesion + personal responsibility?
Middle Childhood
The expanding environment of middle school children increases their exposure to-
Unhealthy Snacks, Fast-Food Restaurants, & Sugary Food Items
In recent years, the rates of childhood obesity have been-
Growing
Childhood obesity can lead to-
Heart Disease + Hypertension Later In Life
Sedentary habits during childhood are linked to-
This means that children in the school-age of development need to have how much physical activity per day?
A risk for obesity and heart disease in adults.
At least 1 hour of exercise a day
During the middle childhood + preteen years, children receive vaccines to protect against-
Meningitis, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), & Influenza
As the effects of immunizations received during early childhood + infancy begin to fade, preteens + adolescents need-
Booster vaccines to extend their protection from a variety of diseases
When do deciduous teeth begin to fall out and permanent ones emerge?
Middle Childhood
Permanent teeth may appear as-
This may sometimes result in-
Very large in relation to the rest of the facial structures.
Malocclusion
Malocclusion affects-
Appearance + Chewing Ability
The misalignment of top and bottom teeth when someone bites down =
Malocclusion
Malocclusion is often referred to as an-
Overbite or Crossbite
