Child Development Patterns

D1: Describe the expected pattern of development of children aged 0-5 years for one of the areas of development:

All children will follow the same pattern of development but at different rates and will reach their milestones at different times.

There are many reasons and factors why a child is not following the expected pattern of development. For example the child may be emotionally unsettled due to a number of reasons. Family life plays a significant part in a child’s development. If for instance the child is living with parents who constantly argue and fight this will have an effect on the child and cause stress. Also if the child is from a one parent

Children gain skills and abilities as they grow,the changes in their capabilities and personalaties develop with age. There are many factors which distinguish each child such as diet, stimulation, environment,medical conditions,and illness. But most children generally develop at a similar rate.There are four key area of developmet which are; physical, social and emotional,cognitive(intellectual), and language developmet. Younger children between birth and five generally develop at much more rapid rate in comparison to older children. Growth and development begins at the moment of conception and continues until much later in life. Below i have listed the sequences and rate at which children develop.

There is a plethora of child development theories that have a degree of influence over current practice. Each of which both have criticism and contrasting theories.

Children will develop in different ways and at varying rates, however, most of them will pass through a similar sequence of development as certain steps need to be passed in order for the next step to be achieved.

All children and even young people follow a pattern of development. Being able to know what to expect from different ages will help you to give that child the right support they need and if the child may have an additional need. This requires you to have a good relationship and good knowledge of this child or young person.

Every child grows and develops at his/her own pace. Every child still learns the same thing no matter how long it takes them to learn it. No matter the process it’s a pretty predictable path every child takes. From the ages 2-5 children will develop language skills, social skills, cognitive skills, and physical skills. At age two children will speak about 50 words, start to show independence, have a wild imagination and begin to run and a kick a ball. At age three they should be able to speak about 250-500 words, they should start to share with others, look at books and imagine what the book might say, be able to walk up and down stairs. By age four they ask questions, get along better with others, start to think about writing or can write,

As you begin this module, identify and write a short account of your aims and aspirations. Elaborate on the strengths and personal qualities, which you bring to this module and outline those areas where you hope your learning and development will occur. (300 words)

The table presents an overview of child development from birth to nineteen years of age. The time frames are averages and children may achieve the developmental milestones earlier or later but still be what is considered ‘normal’.

This difference is very important because all children and young people are unique individuals and develop at their own rate. Children may not develop at a fixed age and it is important to remember this to avoid pressure on children or parents to get their children to develop certain aspects within a set time. Also, some children may develop at a faster or slower rate than others which doesnâ€TMt matter if their development is progressing. It is important to know the difference as it helps to identify the childâ€TMs needs during the stages

themselves, they can count to 6, the child can Know difference between left and right.

concerned with children, the focus of this field has now expanded to include changes over the entire

My child is extremely developed in all of the following categories. I think that I was a strict, but fun parent. I think this really help the overall development of my child. Through school, social interactions with his peers, and the internet, these factors have influenced that way that my child has grown up. He has lived in a loving and supportive home for his whole life. This has also helped him develop into the man that he is today. He will be attending Harvard University as a double major in human bio and law. He will eventually make enough money to support me and my partner for the rest of our lives.

Sequence of Development – means the order in which a child develops. Typical children follow the same pattern of development.