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LATE CHILDHOOD (the intermidiate schooler) MODULE 21  PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE INTERMIDIATE SCHOOLERS LATE CHILDHOOD Ages 9 through 12 May call this stage as “Preteens” Physical changes during this stage is fairly unpredictable among children in this age group  LATE C...

LATE CHILDHOOD (the intermidiate schooler) MODULE 21  PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE INTERMIDIATE SCHOOLERS LATE CHILDHOOD Ages 9 through 12 May call this stage as “Preteens” Physical changes during this stage is fairly unpredictable among children in this age group  LATE CHILDHOOD Intermediate schoolers have more control over their bodies compared to primary school, becoming more active and able to choose their hobbies or sports. In late childhood, children seem busy with school, friends, and exploring activities, yet their physical development progresses at a leisurely pace.  EARLY PUBERTY Starts with girls being about two years ahead of boys in physical maturity. For girls, budding breasts are the first sign of puberty, with periods starting as early as 8 or as late as 13. Begins when the brain triggers the release of sex hormones, leading to changes in both girls and boys.  SOME CHANGES GIRLS BOYS Small lumps from behind the nipple may occur, which sometime could be painful but May also have swelling on their chest but tends to BREAST eventually, the pain goes away. go away within a year or two. It is normal for one breast to develop more slowly than the other. The vulva starts in increase a bit. Subtle increase in testicle size. The vagina gets longer. Penis and scrotum start to grow. GENITALS The uterus gets bigger. Semen may be released when he is awake or even during sleep. Hair will start to grow and become thicker. HAIR Hair will start to grow in the armpits and New hair will also grow in the armpits and pubic GROWTH pubic areas. area around the genitals. May start developing chest and facial hair. HEIGHT, WEIGHT AND MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT Children in late childhood gain 2.3 to 3.2 kilograms per year, mainly due to muscle, bone, and organ growth. Height increases by about 2 ½ inches annually, with occasional growth spurts that lead to increased appetite. HEIGHT, WEIGHT AND MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT Body structures like muscles, liver, and skeleton develop steadily, while organs like the brain and intestines mature at different rates. Body fat increases to prepare for adolescence, happening earlier and in larger amounts for girls. HEIGHT, WEIGHT AND MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT Girls may appear “chubby,” while boys develop leaner muscle mass. These body composition differences are normal and become more noticeable during adolescence.  MOTOR SKILLS At ages 10 or 11, children become more coordinated and often learn sports like swimming, basketball, and running. Physical skills bring them enjoyment and a sense of achievement. Boys are generally more nimble in large muscle activities compared to girls.  MOTOR SKILLS Despite being more active, children in late childhood are still not physically mature. They prefer active play over sitting or standing for long periods as they are still refining their motor skills. By age 8, fine motor skills improve, leading to better handwriting with smaller, more even letters and numbers.  MOTOR SKILLS Children may create crafts or play instruments like the piano or guitar with greater control. In fine motor tasks, girls tend to perform better than boys.  INSECURITIES Girls, may become concerned about their weight and decide to eat less. Boys, may become aware of their stature and muscle size and strength IMPLICATIONS TO CHILD-CARE, EDUCATION AND PARENTING Provide ample opportunities at home and in school for physical exercises and sports. Encourage children to participate in varied worthwhile activities until they are able to discover the ones they are interested in. IMPLICATIONS TO CHILD-CARE, EDUCATION AND PARENTING Develop a strong emotional attachment with your children so as to address any insecurities and social concerns. Since children in this stage have more control over their eating habits, provide them with healthier food choices.  LATE CHILDHOOD (the intermidiate schooler) MODULE 22  COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE INTERMIDIATE SCHOOLERS  LATE CHILDHOOD According to Jean Piaget; Concrete operational thinkers can now organize thoughts effectively. They can only logically perceive immediate situations. They can apply what they’ve learned to situations they can manipulate. Their reasoning and logical thinking are still limited.  INITIAL COGNITIVE CHARACTERISTICS Schoolwork has become more complicated, reading texts are longer, and problem- solving is a daily activity. Their ability to use logic and reasoning helps them think about what they want and how to achieve it.  INITIAL COGNITIVE CHARACTERISTICS They become interested in talking about the future or potential careers. They develop special interests in collections, hobbies, and sports. They can understand concepts without needing direct hands-on experiences. READING DEVELOPMENT Because of the presence of previous knowledge, they now have a wide vocabulary which enables them to understand the meaning of unknown words through context clues “Reading to Learn” Stage READING DEVELOPMENT Consider who the child is - his/her personality traits and personal preferences when choosing a book. Make a selection with the child in mind; choose an informational book or a novel in an area of specific interest. Choose books that encourage discussion and insight-building  ATTENTION Older children have longer and more flexible attention span compared to younger children. Attention is dependent on how much required by the given task. Older children can concentrate and focus more for long periods of hours.  CREATIVITY Children are naturally curious and open to exploring new things. Creativity comes naturally to them, but they need guidance and support from parents, teachers, and others. They perform best when tasks are broken into smaller, manageable parts.  CREATIVITY Creativity in children in encouraged when the activities: encourage different responses from each child; celebrate uniqueness; break stereotypes; value process over product;  CREATIVITY reduce stress and anxiety in children; support to share ideas, not only with the teacher / parent but also with other children; and minimize competition and external rewards.  THE IMPACT OF MEDIA The impact of the use of television and other media like computer has gained popularity because students are given more opportunity to: communicate effectively in speech and in writing; work collaboratively; THE IMPACT OF MEDIA use technological tools; analyze problems, set goals, and formulate strategies for achieving those goals; and seek out information or skills on their own, as needed, to meet their goals. IMPLICATIONS TO CHILD CARE, EDUCATION AND PARENTING Parents, child-care providers and teachers should be able to recognize these through: being an eager participant in children's growth and development; understanding how to use the children's natural curiosity to help make the appropriate developmental leaps in their skills and abilities; and creating an atmosphere where risks can be taken and discoveries made while children remain safe. Understanding Self Competence , Self identity And Self concept One of the most widely recognized characteristics of this period of development is the acquisation of feeling of self competence. The child should have a growing sense of competence. The child definition of self and accomplishment vary greatly according to Parents, child-care providers and teachers should be able to recognize these through: being an eager participant in children's growth and development; understanding how to use the children's natural curiosity to help make the appropriate developmental leaps in their skills and abilities; and creating an atmosphere where risks can be taken and discoveries made while children remain safe. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU