Middle Childhood Flashcards by Samantha Lee

what are 5 characteristics/milestones of kids 6-11 yrs old

slow & steady growth
peer relationships
less self-centered & more goal-oriented
lose primary teeth & grow adult teeth
sexual curiosity & preoccupation

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how much do kids in middle/late childhood grow per year

2-3 in

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how much weight do kids in middle/late childhood gain per year

4.5-6.5 lbs

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which gender is physically bigger at the end of childhood

girls

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which gender has a faster bone maturation rate & which race has earlier bone development

girls; african americans

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list changes in body characteristics of kids in middle/late childhood

center of gravity lowers causing posture to change
muscle strength increases
pelvis tips back, chest broadens & flattens, shoulder round
face elongates & matures

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malocclusion can affect what

chewing, facial relaxation, appearance

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about how many kids in mid/late childhood have malocclusion

75%

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when do kids first begin to lose their teeth

6-7 yrs

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how many adult teeth replace the 20 baby teeth

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at what period is there a peak in antibodies

middle/late childhood

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list healthy vitals for kids in middle/late childhood

90 bpm
100-60 mmHg
20 respiration

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50% of kids in mid/late childhood have this condition that generally doesn’t need intervention

heart murmurs

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what are the pros & cons of motor development in kids in mid/late childhood

increase strength, endurance, & coordination; tires & frustrated easily

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what fine motor skills can kids 6-7 yrs do

print letters & tie shoelaces

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what are motor skill milestones in kids 7-8 yrs

graceful, smooth, steady, & controlled movements
preference of pen/pencil
print smaller & learn cursive
play instruments

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what are motor skill milestones of kids 9-10 yrs

increase strength, endurance, & interest in activities
team sports

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how do kids in middle/late childhood react to their family inside & outside the home

inside = hostile
outside = defend & support

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what is major characteristic of relationship development in kids in late/middle childhood

same sex relationships that are generally numerous & short

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At 7-8 yrs, kids begin to engage in reciprocal relationships. describe this relationship

based on genuine feelings & appreciation; intense, serious, & intimate; share possessions & feelings

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at what age do kids become more group oriented?

8-10 years

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describe how kids in middle/late childhood develop when regarding relationships

wider sense of community
worship behaviors
highly value peer opinion & choose group leaders
want positive family/adult relationships

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what happens to sibling relationships at the end of middle/late childhood

moodiness increases & the relationship becomes strained

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what are fears of kids in middle/late childhood

physical harm, divorce, illness, dying

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as kids begin approaching puberty throughout late childhood, the desire for this will increase

privacy

what are the 3 elements of bullying

bully, victim, & bystandere

describe a BULLY

person who picks on individuals for instant gratification from victim response; may be loner, shy, sensitive, or cry easily

if a BYSTANDER fails to assist the victim against the bully, the bystander may feel this

guilty & powerless

s/s of bullying

- bumps & bruises - sleeping problems - irritability - poor concentration - problems w/schoolwork - missing belongings/money - frequent unexplained psychosomatic complaints - running away/suicide

latchkey kids make up what fraction of kids

1/4

who are less likely to get into trouble: latch key kids or non-latchkey kids

latchkey kids

define CONSERVATION

mass, volume, & weight don't change even if some quantity is arranged to appear differently

define CAUSATION

actions cause things to happen

define SERIATION

ability to sort objects/situations according to characterisitcs

s/s: school phobia

stomach ache, headache, unexplained pains

purpose of kindergarten

learn to socialize

purpose of grades 1-4

- learn to follow routines - concentrate on specific tasks - follow 2 step instructions

what are 1-4 graders concerned about in regards to school

being right/wrong/humilated

when is there a slump in attitude/interest in learning

9-10 yrs

characteristics of 5-8 graders

- more independent learning - respect for authority lessens - need clear cut rules & fairness - judgmental & critical

what are the characteristics of communication used by kids in mid/late childhood

- lying to improve self image/for recognition - secret language, swears, & slang - humor w/rhyme, puns, or body jokes - feel that limited gestures & crying is unacceptable

what is the vocab range of a 6 yr old

1500-2500 words

what is the vocab range for a 5th or 6th grader

40,000 words

which meal contains 1/4-1/3 of daily needs for kids in mid/late childhood

breakfast

define OVERWEIGHT

high amount of body fat in relation to lean muscle

define OBESITY

excessive amnt of body fat

list causes of obesity

- poor nutrition - unhealthy eating patterns - social & peer pressures - genetics - family lifestyles & dynamics - socioeconomic level

obesity can lead to..

- coronary heart disease - congestive heart failure - stroke - gallstones - osteoarthritis - type 2 diabetes - high cholesterol - hypertension

define MALNUTRITION

chronic lack of sufficient nutrients

s/s of malnutrition

- fatigue - dizziness - bloated stomach - dental problems

how much sleep should a 6 yr old/child in mid childhood get per night

12 hrs

how much sleep should an 11 yr old or a child in late childhood get per night

11 hrs

what type of play do kids in mid/late childhood participate in

team play

define TEAM PLAY

play gen in groups of same sex & competitive

how much physical activity should kids in mid/late childhood get/day

at least 1 hr

list signs for potential school violence

- difficulty getting along w/peers - outbursts of temper - violence towards pets - decrease productivity at home/school - sleeping & eating problems - social isolation

what vaccines should kids in mid/late childhood get

tetanus-diphtheria, HPV, meningococcal

scoliosis is more common in which gender

female

define a PANIC ATTACK

sudden onset of anxiety

s/s: panic attack

- shaky & sweaty - difficulty breathing - rapid increase in heart rate

define OCD

pathological disorder w/anxiety, persistent unwanted thoughts, & urge to do repetitive actions

s/s: mild anxiety

- extreme apprehension - fear & worry - headache & stomachache - excessive fatigue & tenderness - skipping class/absent from school - avoid socialize w/friends

s/s: depression

- sadness/apathy - lack of concentration - decrease in energy - frequent crying - negative thoughts - withdrawal - irritability/mood swings - changes in eating/sleeping pattern

treatment for depression can be..

cogngtivie behavior therapy

define asthma

chronic disorder in relation to allergen/pollutant

s/s: asthma

wheezing, hacking cough, difficulty breathing,

describe executive strategies

developed in mid/late childhood; assess problem, make goal, & plan to meet goal

describe the Theory of Multiple Intelligences

Howard Gardner; use several types of intelligence when learning

what are the 8 types of intelligence according to the theory of multiple intelligences

bodily-kinesthetic, musical-rhythmic, logical-mathematical, verbal-linguistic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, visual-spatial, & naturalistic

define LEARNING DIVERSITY

differences in learning based on abilities/experiences

define MAINSTREAMING

placement of special needs who can keep up in a gen ed class

what are the 3 types of learning style

visual, auditory, & kinesthetic-tactile

what does a score of < 70 on an IQ test indicate

cognitive disability

what does a score of > 130 on an IQ test indicate

giftedness

characteristics of people w/BODILY-KINESTHETIC INTELLIGENCE

athletic, crafty, artistic

characteristics of people w/MUSICAL-RHYTHMIC INTELLIGENCE

understand rhythm & tone, emotional, sings/hums to self

characteristics of people w/LOGICAL-MATHEMATICAL INTELLIGENCE

abstract thinker

characteristics of people w/VERBAL-LINGUISTIC INTELLIGENCE

competent written & oral words, large vocab

characteristics of INTERPERSONAL INTELLIGENCE

communicative, leadership skills, sensitive to others

Characteristics of INTRAPERSONAL INTELLIGENCE

analyzers, shy, reflective, goal-oriented

characteristics of people w/VISUAL-SPATIAL INTELLIGENCE

good w/pictures, artisitic, imaginative

Characteristics of NATURALISTIC INTELLIGENCE

recognize & classify living things, notice patterns, remember environment, keep sensory skills, interested in outside

Middle Childhood Flashcards

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