PBS HANDOUT (Physical Development) Flashcards
Raises head slightly when lying on stomach,
hold head up for a few seconds when supported,
hold hand in a fist,
lift head and chest when on tummy,
sucking grasping and rooting,
Birth- 3 months
Babies are quickly becoming stronger and more agile. Most begin to:
Roll over
Push body forward and pull up by grabbing on edge of things
Reach for and touch objects
Reach grasp and put objects in mouth
Make discoveries with objects
3-6 months
"Child-proofing" becomes important as babies get more mobile. During this time most begin to: Child proofing becomes important Crawl Grasp and pull things towards self Transfer objects between hands
6-9 months
By this time, most babies can Sit w/o support Stand unaided Walk with aid Roll a ball Three objects Pick things up with thumb and one finger (pincer)
9-12 months
Walking and self-initiated movement become easier. Most children can: Walk alone Walk backwards Pick up toys from standing position Push and pull objects Up and down stairs with aid Move to music Paint
1-2 years
Walking and self-initiated movement become easier. Most children can:
Put rings on a peg
Turn two or three pages at a time
Scribble
Turn knobs
Grasp and hold a small ball; can use in combination with large motor skills to throw the ball
Shift marker or any drawing or painting tool from hand to hand and draw strokes
1-2 years
Children become more comfortable with motion, increasing speed, and coordination. Most begin to: Run forward Jump in place with both feet together Stand on one foot, with aid Walk on tiptoe Kick ball forward
2-3 years
Children are able to manipulate small objects with increased control. Most can:
String large beads
Turn pages one by one
Hold crayon with thumb and fingers instead of fist
Draw a circle
Paint with wrist action, making dots and lines
Roll, pound, squeeze, and pull clay
2-3 years
Movement and balance improve. Most children can: Run around obstacles Walk on a line Balance on one foot Push, pull, and steer toys Ride a tricycle Use a slide without help Throw and catch a ball
3-4 years
Children’s precision of motion improves significantly. Most are able to:
Build a tall tower of blocks
Drive pegs into holes
Draw crosses and circles
Manipulate clay by making balls, snakes, etc.
3-4 yrs
Children are now more confident, and most are able to:
Walk backwards
Jump forward many times without falling
Jump on one foot
Walk up and down stairs without assistance, alternating feet
Turn somersaults
4-5 yrs
Children develop skills that will help them as they enter school and begin writing. Most can: Use safety scissors Cut on a line continuously Copy squares and crosses Print a few capital letters
4-5 yrs
