Genetics, gender, and the possible onset of puberty affect the physical growth of children between the ages of six and twelve. They gain body awareness and develop new gross and fine motor skills. This is a pivotal stage where injury, illness, and the increase of childhood obesity are common factors. Many children have challenging physical conditions, but can achieve their highest potential with the support of caregivers and teachers.
This informative examination of the middle childhood stage of physical development will give viewers a detailed overview of how children grow and mature. It clearly presents pertinent vocabulary, statistics, and classroom strategies. Physical education and classroom teachers give their insight and observations about factors that affect children during this stage of development.
LEARN:
• Factors that affect growth and development
• Gross and fine motor milestones
• How technology and electronic media are factors in physical development
• That childhood obesity and asthma are on the rise
• Why accidental injuries are of serious concern at this stage
• The importance of nutrition and the proper amount of sleep
• Physical challenges that some children have
• Strategies to foster healthy physical development
Runtime: 22 minutes
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