GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN.pptx

Growth and development milestones in school-aged children (6-12 years) highlight advancements in physical strength, cognitive abilities, emotional regulation, and social skills. These milestones support academic success, peer relationships, and the development of self-esteem and independence.

1. GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN (6 - 12 YEARS) Mr. Pradeep Abothu, M.Sc (N), PhD Scholar, Associate Professor, Dept. of Child Health(N) ASRAM College Of Nursing

2. Growth and development milestones in school-aged children (6-12 years) highlight advancements in physical strength, cognitive abilities, emotional regulation, and social skills. These milestones support academic success, peer relationships, and the development of self-esteem and independence.

3. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Physical Development Weight: 18 to 26 kg. Height: 110 to 124 cm. Weight: 22-32 kilograms. Height: 121-136 centimetres. At 12 years: Weight: 30-48 kg, height: 142-160 cms .

4. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Gross Motor Children enjoy physical activities. Balance on one leg with eyes closed. Can catch a tennis ball with one hand. Demonstrates proficiency in bicycle tricks. Engages in racing activities. Exhibits skilled ball-throwing techniques, including overhead throws. Enjoys running, jumping, climbing, and hopping. Constant, active movement. Occasional clumsy and awkward moments.

5. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Fine Motor Bathes independently. Learns cursive writing. Refines previously acquired skills. Handles personal grooming, including hair care. Uses both hands independently. Improved cursive writing. Proficient with eating utensils. Dresses independently. Improved dressing and grooming. Bathes independently. Movements become more graceful.

6. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Cognitive Improved attention span. Describes images and understands purposes. Learning cause-and-effect relationships. Acquiring the ability to read. Mastering abstract symbols and mental tasks. Curious about cause-and-effect connections. Feeling embarrassment with failures. Develops abstract and deductive reasoning. Applies problem-solving techniques. Proficient in defining abstract concepts.

7. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Speech & Language Shows strong receptive language skills. Follows three instructions, mood influencing responses. Reacts positively to praise. Echoes sentences with 10-12 words. Cultivates humor and enjoys sharing jokes. Prefers suggestions over commands. Shows sociable behavior. Uses shorter, concise sentences. Oral vocabulary: 7,000+ words. Reading vocabulary: 50,000 words. Accurate use of parts of speech. Provides precise word definitions. Enjoys solving riddles.

8. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Social & Emotional Beginning sense of industry. Self- centered and assertive. Displays a "know-it-all" attitude. Strives to be first in activities. Craves interaction and play with peers. Shows industry and curiosity. Values interpersonal relationships. Shifts focus to peers and heroes. Regards peer opinions as important. Improved sibling relationships. Shows sincerity and self-assurance. Enhanced self-discipline. Respects parents and their roles. Occasionally experiences short bursts of anger.

9. Aspect 6 – 8 years 8 – 10 years 10 – 12 years Social & Emotional Feels jealousy towards siblings. May experience tantrums, verbal or physical. Expresses reasonable fears. Manages and controls anger. Looks up to adult figures. Still grapples with fear of the dark.

10. RED FLAGS: Lagging behind peers in physical milestones. Persistent difficulty with reading, writing, or understanding Math concepts. Difficulty forming and maintaining friendships. Challenges in organization and time management. Difficulty planning and completing tasks independently.

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