Physical development through the life stages Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of growth
A
The process of increasing in size e.g weight, height
2
Q
Definition of development
A
The complex changes in skills and capabilities that an individual experiences as they grow.
3
Q
Do babies develop head to toe or toe to head
A
head to toe
4
Q
gross motor skills examples
A
running, punching,jumping
5
Q
fine motor skills examples
A
writing, picking up a pen, moving fingers
6
Q
at what age can a you run forwards and backwards
A
1 year old
7
Q
at what age can a child ride a bike
A
3 years old
8
Q
at what age can a child write their own name
A
4 years old
9
Q
at what age can you join your handwriting
A
6 years old
10
Q
at what age can you button and unbutton clothing
A
2 years old
11
Q
Hormonal changes in girls during puberty
A
increase in sex hormone estrogen
