Principles Of Development Flashcards
What does development describe?
The acquisition of skills and abilities through the life stages
What are the four areas of development?
Physical,intellectual/cognitive,emotional and social development
What does physical development involve?
Growth and other physical changes that happen to our body throughout life
What does intellectual/cognitive development involve?
The development of language,memory and thinking skills
What does emotional development involve?
The ability to cope with feelings about ourselves and towards others
What does social development involve?
The ability to form relationships and friendships and learn to be independent
What are development milestones?
Sequences that mark progress in development,following a sequence known as developmental norms
What is the rate of development like between individuals?
May vary but follow the same sequence
What’s the difference between development and growth?
It is observed and can’t be measured
What can children do between 0 to 3 months?
Use gurgling and crying to communicate
What can children do by 18 months?
Say 6-10 words
What can children do by 2 years old?
Link words together
What can children do by 3 years old?
Use simple sentences
What can children do by 8 years old?
Reason and explain
