Physical Development- Infancy Deck Flashcards
How do infants develop their gross motor skills (order)?
From their head down
At six moths, what can they do (gross motor skills and infancy)?
Gradually control muscles in their neck and back, meaning they can roll, sit and crawl
At around 11-13 moths, what muscles develop and what does it mean they can do (gross motor skills and infancy)
The muscles in their legs develop meaning they can stand, cruise and walk
At 2 years, what can they do (gross motor skills and infancy)?
Climb onto low furniture and propel a sit- on a toy and kick a ball
What is a newborn able to achieve as a fine motor skill?
Grasp an adults finger
What is a 3 month year old able to achieve as a fine motor skill?
Hold a rattle for a short time
What is a 6 month year old able to achieve as a fine motor skills?
Grasp a toy and pass it onto the other hand
What is a 12 month year old able to achieve as of fine motor skills?
Pick up small objects using pincer movements/grasp
What is a 18 month year old amble to achieve as of fine motor skills?
Build with small blocks, use a spoon and make marks with crayons
Why is a 2 year old able to achieve as of fine motor skills?
Pull on shoes and control crayons