Child Development Concepts

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What is the main difference between growth and development?

Growth is a physical increase in size. (correct)
Growth refers to emotional changes.
Development is limited to cognitive skills.
Development includes physical growth only.

What do developmental milestones indicate?

A child's developmental health. (correct)
The financial status of a family.
A child's physical stature over time.
The parent's educational background.

In the nature vs. nurture debate, which statement is correct?

Temperament is shaped solely by parenting style.
Genetics influence traits, while environment shapes their expression. (correct)
Nature exclusively determines personality traits.
Nurture has no impact on genetic expressions.

What characteristics should a stimulating environment for babies have?

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Which five senses develop in a baby during their first year?

<p>Sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Growth

An increase in physical size, like getting taller or heavier.

Development

Changes in abilities, skills, and functions as a person matures. It's more than just getting bigger.

Developmental Milestones

Clues that show how a child is developing. Reaching them at expected ages shows healthy development.

Nature vs. Nurture

A debate about whether a person's traits are more influenced by genes (nature) or environment (nurture).

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Stimulating Environment for Babies

A safe and engaging environment that allows babies to move, explore, and use their senses.

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Study Notes

Growth vs. Development

Growth is a physical increase in size.
Development encompasses broader changes in abilities, skills, and functions as an organism matures.

Developmental Milestones

Developmental milestones are indicators of a child's developmental health.
Reaching milestones at typical ages suggests expected development.
Reaching milestones earlier might indicate advanced development.

Nature vs. Nurture

The "nature vs. nurture" debate examines the interplay of genetics (nature) and environment (nurture) in shaping traits and behaviors.
Temperament has a genetic component but is also influenced by parenting style.

Stimulating Environment for Babies

A stimulating environment promotes movement and sensory exploration for babies.
Safety is crucial.
Toys that engage the senses are beneficial.

Five Senses in Development

Sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell develop in babies during their first year.

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Explore the fundamental concepts of child growth and development. This quiz covers developmental milestones, the nature vs. nurture debate, and the importance of a stimulating environment for babies. Test your understanding of how the five senses play a role in early development.