Facts about the developmental milestones of children!!!
Child development milestones are key skills or behaviors that most children reach by certain ages, marking physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth. These milestones help track progress and identify any areas where support may be beneficial.
1. Infancy (0-12 Months)
Motor Skills: By 4 months, infants can hold their heads up and start to roll over. By 12 months, many can crawl, stand with support, and possibly take a few steps.
Communication: Coos and babbling start early, and by around 12 months, some infants begin saying simple words like “mama” or “dada.”
Social/Emotional: Babies start recognizing familiar faces, smiling socially around 6 weeks, and showing preference for caregivers.
2. Toddlerhood (1-3 Years)
Motor Skills: Toddlers usually walk confidently by 18 months, start running, and climb stairs. By age 3, they can jump and begin to use fine motor skills like drawing simple shapes.
Language: Vocabulary expands quickly. By 2 years, children often use 2-word phrases, and by 3, they can form simple sentences.
Social/Emotional: Toddlers begin to show independence, express emotions more clearly, and may start showing empathy toward others.
3. Preschool (3-5 Years)
Cognitive Skills: Preschoolers learn basic problem-solving, can count to 10, and understand time concepts like “yesterday” and “today.”
Motor Skills: They master tasks like hopping, drawing more defined shapes, and using scissors with guidance.
Social/Emotional: Friendships begin forming, and children start cooperating, sharing, and expressing a stronger sense of self.
4. school Age (5-12 Years)
Cognitive and Social: School-age children develop stronger reasoning skills, enjoy group activities, and show increasing independence.
Physical Development: Fine motor skills become refined, and physical endurance improves.
Tracking milestones is essential but remember that each child develops at their own pace. Variations are normal, yet developmental check-ups can help ensure children get support if needed.
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