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At what age does a child typically experience the loss of their first tooth?
At what age does a child typically experience the loss of their first tooth?
- 7 years
- 6 years (correct)
- 5 years
- 8 years
At what age does a child's jaw begin to expand to accommodate permanent teeth?
At what age does a child's jaw begin to expand to accommodate permanent teeth?
- 5 years
- 7 years (correct)
- 8-9 years
- 6 years
At what age does a child typically start using cursive writing and reading classic books?
At what age does a child typically start using cursive writing and reading classic books?
- 6 years
- 10-12 years
- 7 years
- 8-9 years (correct)
At what age does a child typically experience a decrease in head and waist circumferences?
At what age does a child typically experience a decrease in head and waist circumferences?
At what age is handedness typically established in children?
At what age is handedness typically established in children?
At what age does a child's posture facilitate locomotion and efficiency in using the arms and trunk?
At what age does a child's posture facilitate locomotion and efficiency in using the arms and trunk?
At what age does a child typically experience a slimmer look and a decrease in head and waist circumferences?
At what age does a child typically experience a slimmer look and a decrease in head and waist circumferences?
At what age do children typically lose their primary (deciduous) teeth?
At what age do children typically lose their primary (deciduous) teeth?
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Child Development Milestones
- Loss of the first tooth usually occurs around ages 6 to 7, marking the transition to permanent teeth.
- A child's jaw begins expanding to accommodate permanent teeth generally by age 6.
- Cursive writing and reading classic books often start around ages 7 to 8, reflecting increased cognitive and motor skills.
- A decrease in head and waist circumferences typically happens between ages 6 to 8, indicating a shift in body proportions.
- Handedness is usually established by age 2 to 3, as children begin to show preference for one hand over the other.
- Improved posture for locomotion and efficient use of arms and trunk is evident around ages 2 to 3, as gross motor skills develop.
- By ages 6 to 8, children typically present a slimmer appearance along with reduced head and waist circumferences.
- Children commonly lose all primary (deciduous) teeth by age 12, completing the transition to a full set of permanent teeth.
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