5.2 Describe the 5.2 Describe the basic stages of basic stages of

growth and growth and developmentdevelopment

5.2 Describe the 5.2 Describe the basic stages of basic stages of

growth and growth and developmentdevelopment

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Basic stages of growth and development

• Prenatal— conception to birth• Infancy--first year of life• Toddler--1-2 years old• Preschool--3-5 years old• School-age-5 -12 years old• Adolescents- teen years

Prenatal

– Period of the Zygote (1st two weeks)-Grows by cell division and attaches to uterine lining

– Period of the Embryo (3rd-8th weeks)-Major body systems are developed along with placenta and amniotic sac

– Period of the Fetus (9th week to birth)-Major body systems are functioning and baby is more active and gaining weight

Infancy• Triples birth weight• Develops ability to see, hear and use

their other senses• Develops hand-eye coordination• Begins to move around and explore

their world• Begins to develop motor skills

– Movements begin at the head and work towards other parts of the body

Toddler

•Becomes more independent•Increased weight and height•Appearance of teeth•Further development of motor skills•Requires less sleep than before•Toilet training usually begins between 18 months and 3 years

Preschool

•Involves vigorous activity and practice•Refining of physical skills•Signs of physical develop:

•Increased weight and height•Legs lengthening rapidly•Continued development of basic motor skills•Ability to dress and undress•Greater small motor skills coordination•Fingers, arms, and hand movement

School-age

•Learns to participate in activities that require skilled movements•Begins to experience stress•Understands between right and wrong•Learns to interact with others•Spends more time away from home

Adolescence- The Teen Years

• Usually begins with puberty• Has ability to reason and think of

alternatives to problems or actions.• Friendships become stronger• Family remains a stable base for

teens