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Development ANSWER : typically refers to an increase in complexity, a change from relatively simple to more complicated. Development usually involves a progression along a continuous pathway on which the child acquires more refined knowledge, behaviors, and skills. The sequence is basically the same for all children, however, the rate varies. Growth definition ANSWER : Growth is defined as specific body changes and increases in the child's size, proceeding from the head downward and from the center of the body outward. During the first year of an infant's life, ANSWER : babies can grow ten inches in length and triple their birth weight. After the first year, ANSWER : a baby's growth in length slows to five inches a year for the next two years and then continues from age two or three to puberty at a rate of two to three inches each year. Similarities in growth: ANSWER : Growth proceeds from the head downward and from the center of the body outward. Children gain control of the head and neck first, then the arms, and finally, the legs. At birth, the brain, heart, and spinal cord are fully functioning to support the infant. As children grow, the arm and leg muscles develop, followed by the finger and toe muscles. Differences in growth: ANSWER : Some children are taller, some shorter. Some children are smaller, while others are larger. These differences are completely typical. Typical growth is supported by good nutrition, adequate sleep, and regular exercise. Children do not grow at perfectly steady rates throughout childhood. Children will experience weeks or months of slightly slower growth, followed by growth spurts. Differences in the amount of growth can be a source of self-consciousness for some children. Because each child is different and special, it is important to help them understand this concept in order to develop a sense of self-acceptance. ANSWER : It is important to help the children in your care understand that differences in growth patterns are typical. Development definition ANSWER : Development refers to an increase in complexity; a change from relatively simple to more complicated. Progress ANSWER : Development usually involves a progression along a continuous sequential pathway on which the child acquires more refined knowledge, behaviors, and skills. Rate varies ANSWER : The developmental sequence is basically the same for all children; however, the rate of development varies from child to child Principles of Child Development ANSWER : There are five principles related to the progression of general development that children will typically experience. 1 - Developmental Sequence is Similar for All ANSWER : Children develop in relatively the same ways. There is a typical sequence of development that occurs as a child grows. While the sequence is similar, and the behaviors or skills emerge in the same order, children can take more or less time with each behavior or skill. They can move forward, regress for a short time, then move forward again. Some children may skip a behavior or skill as they move forward. 2 - Development Proceeds from General to Specific ANSWER : Development progresses from a beginning point moving in a forward direction. Just as growth of an infant proceeds from the top down and from the center of the body to the limbs, development of behaviors and skills moves from general to specific. As children mature, their bodily changes occur in a sequential order and give children new abilities. As the brain and nervous system develop, a child's thinking (cognitive) skills and motor skills improve. In the Physical Development Domain, an infant's large muscles develop first and result in the ability to wave the arms and kick the legs. Development continues in the smaller muscles in the fingers and toes, and results in the ability of the fingers to grasp objects and the toes to help with balance when standing and walking. 3 - Development is Continuous ANSWER : In children who develop typically, behaviors and skills they have already acquired become the basis for new behaviors and skills. There is continuity from one phase of development to the next. Children continue to add new behaviors and skills as they perfect their abilities to walk, to write or draw, and to speak. For example, speech development proceeds from gurgles and coos to chattering, then to words, then phrases, and finally, sentences. Sentences become paragraphs and stories, both oral and written. In order for children to write or draw, they must have developed the control of their hands and fingers to hold a crayon and pencil. Holding a pencil develops into writing and drawing. The continuation of development can easily be seen in children as they mature from age two to age twelve. 4 - Development Proceeds at Different Rates ANSWER : Each child is different and the rates at which individual children develop are different. Although the sequences for development are usually the same for all children, the rates at which individual children reach each stage will be different. Some children will walk at ten months of age, while others walk at eighteen months of age. Development is never uniform, but it is constant. 5 - All Areas of Development are Interrelated ANSWER : Development in children is interrelated. There are several examples in Principles 1 through 4 that show how the body has to grow and develop before new behaviors and skills can occur. These examples also demonstrate the first two of five areas of development, called domains. Each area of development influences development in other areas. Each of these developmental domains can be defined by one or more characteristics. The five domains of development are.. ANSWER : -Physical Development (PD), -Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CDGK), -Language and Communication (LC), -Social and Emotional Development. (SED), and -Approaches to Learning. (ATL) The characteristics of the Physical Development Domain (PD) ANSWER : involve increased physical growth and abilities. There are many characteristics of the Cognitive Development and General Knowledge Domain, and the Approaches to Learning Domain, which include ANSWER : thinking, planning, creating, exploring, and questioning. The Language and Communication (LC) Domain includes ANSWER : a child's abilities to see, hear, speak, read, and write. The Social and Emotional Development (SED) Domain is defined by ANSWER : forming relationships and attachments. Developmental Sequence is Similar for All ANSWER : In the Infant Care Center this fall, you noticed four-month-old Sara roll over; a few weeks later, she began scooting. By December, six-month-old Raul had rolled over and scooted. Last week, you noted that Renae—at the age of five months—had rolled over, and you predict she will be scooting very soon. Development Proceeds from General to Specific ANSWER : Three-month-old Sean loves to wave his arms in the air. As you watch him, you think about the skills he will probably achieve next: first, he will grasp objects; then he will be able to hold a crayon; and someday, he will be able to write with a pencil. Development is Continuous ANSWER : When LaShanda was two, you noted that she enjoyed solitary play and did not interact with other children. By the age of two and a half, LaShanda liked to play next to another child, but there was no interaction (parallel play). By the age of three, LaShanda engaged routinely in associative play and could share common materials with another child without interaction. By three and a half, she had made her first real friend and was capable of true cooperative play. Development Proceeds at Different Rates ANSWER : Tom and Tim are twins and want to do everything together. However, Tom rode his tricycle with ease by his third birthday, but Tim was almost four before he could ride his tricycle with confidence. 5 - All Areas of Development are Interrelated ANSWER : Pete and Al, both nearly five years old, are playing with the same puzzle. You watch as Pete tells Al, "The first piece goes here." Al says, "We both have five pieces now." Even though the activity lasts only a few minutes, you believe it is a good indicator of each boy's current development. Implications for Child Care Professionals ANSWER : Child care professionals may spot developmental issues before the parents do, which is why it is important to understand the basic child growth and development principles. Implications for Learning ANSWER : All of your interactions with a child have an effect on the child's development and learning, which means it is important to be aware of what the child is learning while in your care. Why should child care professionals learn about principles of child development? ANSWER : Care and the environment can support or hinder development. The knowledgeable caregiver can support a child in learning new skills. When a child is struggling with a new skill, timely intervention can help him/her overcome a problem and "catch back up." The knowledgeable caregiver can "detect" indicators of possible delays and can help get the child the assistance he/she needs. What is a theory? ANSWER : A theory is a set of facts or principles analyzed in relation to one another and used to explain phenomena. A phenomena is a fact or behavior that can be observed. Abraham Maslow (pyramid 5 levels) (father of humanistic psychology) ANSWER : Hierarchy of Needs The father of humanistic psychology. His theory assumes that humans are more than the sum of their parts. Maslow's hierarchy of needs: ANSWER : Maslow developed a hierarchy of needs. In a hierarchy, one set of things is dependent on the next, both of which are dependent on the next, and so on. Maslow's hierarchy has five levels, is pictured as a pyramid, and goes from bottom (human need number 1) to top (human need number 5). Like a pyramid, the upper levels are supported by the lower levels. Satisfying the needs on the second level depends upon the first level needs being satisfied. (Base of Pyramid) (1st Basic Needs) PHYSICAL: ANSWER : Shelter to protect Water to drink Food to eat Clothes to eat (2nd Basic Need) COMFORT and SAFETY ANSWER : Safety Security Stability (3rd Psychological Needs) SOCIAL ANSWER : Belonging Love Attention Acceptance (4th Psychological Needs) (Self) ESTEEM ANSWER : Adequacy Confidence Importance (Top of Pyramid) (5th Psychological Needs) SELF-ACTUALIZATION ANSWER : Fulfill one's life with purpose and meaning Being all that one is able to be Physical Examples ANSWER : Food Sleep Water Rest, sleep Food, water, formula Shelter, heat, beds Health care Employment or income Clothes Comfort and Safety Examples ANSWER : Transportation Safe neighborhood Safe relationships