Development of a 6 year old
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Emotional Characteristics
- Sense of security is reliant on their relationships with close adults.
- Shows increasing awareness of their own and others emotions.
- Describes their self, based on external characteristics such as name and age.
Physical Characteristics
Boys are usually 46 1/4 inches tall and weigh 49 1/2 lbs while girls are 45 1/2 inches tall and weigh 47 lbs. Around this time, they start to resemble the lanky adolescents they will become one day.
Social Characteristics
- Identifies close friends on the basis of proximity and frequency of interaction.
- Has the ability to resolve conflict in socially acceptable ways. (e.g. talking through things or asking an adult for assistance.)
- Aware that other people have different perspectives, thoughts, and feelings about ideas.
Physical Care
- Needs to be encourage to dress themselves.
- Proper nutrition helps their body grow and resist infections.
- Bedtime routines are a must!!!
Fine Motor Skills
- Pictures and stories look more recognizable.
- Writing significantly improves.
Gross Motor Skills
- Play sports such as soccer.
- Maintaining balance and coordination.