Child Development

Child Development

1. The definition of child development involves the period of growth from birth to adulthood. Each child grows at a different rate meaning every child is unique and will learn at their own pace. They will all follow the same general sequence as every child will learn to crawl before they walk. Milestones consist of different developmental aspects such as physical, cognitive, language, emotion and social developments. All these aspects interlink with one another (holistic) therefore is influenced by how well developed a certain area of development is. Each milestone is considered as a step progressing forwards that's why milestones are used to monitor progress.

2. Physical Development

   • 0-3 years
     • Is mobile and can walk in all directions
     • Can pick up objects with fine pincer grip
   • 3-5 years
     • Can ride a tricycle with skill
     • Can hold and use a pencil in adult fashion
   • 5-8 years
     • Can throw and catch a ball easily
     • Can make detailed drawings
   • 8-12 years
     • Comes into puberty
     • Can write neatly and play an instrument
   • 12-16years
     • Increased physical stamina and skilled in physical aactivities.
     • Skilled in most munual activities

3. Cognitive Development

4. Language Development

5. Soacial and Emotional Development