has “we” feeling with mother; is on his or her own sometimes
likes to act out “baby-like” ways
does small chores around the house
Others
begins to take advice or listens to your opinion
makes more contacts with adults; likes to imitate parents
begins to make friends and notices others in-group who are not their friend
friendships last for a short amount of time
DEVELOPMENT
Physical
child finds it hard to cut, tie and color “in the lines” (do not force any of these activities if the child is not ready)
growth begins to slow down and appetite is less; feeds self (slowly) and tends to play with food
runs. Jumps, hops on one foot, climbs stairs
dresses and undresses self somewhat, but still wants and asks for help
walks on a balance beam, ride a tricycle
stands on one foot for a short time
enjoys listening and dancing to music
is a great “doer”
Emotional and Social
needs routine (same people, same activities, and same times, this makes child feel safe)
begins to test how far they can “push” others
can begin to make choices
plays with modeling clay, blocks, and art materials
likes to “act things out” (dramatize)
Intellectual and Language
understands language and can follow directions more easily
learns counting by memory and some letters
Moral
depends on the family to provide role models for self-esteem, sense of safeness, family values and goals and how to control anger and aggression, (They are watching you, be a good example for your children)