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Child Development: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

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The Study of Children

  • 1.1

    Define terms related to the study of children

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context1.1.1

  • 1.2

    State characteristics of development<ol type="a"><li>Similar for everyone</li><li>Builds on earlier learning</li><li>Proceeds at individual rate</li><li>Different areas are interrelated</li><li>Continuous throughout life</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Apply characteristics in real-life scenarios1.2.1

  • 1.3

    Name reasons for studying child development

    1. 1.

      Determine goals for the study of child development1.3.1

  • 1.4

    Identify five basic areas of child development<ul><li>Physical</li><li>Emotional</li><li>Social</li><li>Intellectual</li><li>Moral</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Given a list of stages, provide an example of basic areas of child development1.4.1

  • 1.5

    Identify stages in the individual life cycle with the correct age<ul><li>Infancy</li><li>Toddler</li><li>Preschool</li><li>School age</li><li>Adolescence</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Construct a chronological timeline of the basic stages of development1.5.1

  • 1.6

    Describe influences of heredity and environment

    1. 1.

      Categorize a list of heredity and environmental influences1.6.1

  • 1.7

    Designate guidelines for observing children

    1. 1.

      Research methods used for studying children (include objective vs. subjective observations)1.7.1

  • 1.8

    Describe the contributions of various child development theorists<ul><li>Erikson</li><li>Freud</li><li>Maslow</li><li>Montessori</li><li>Piaget</li><li>Skinner</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Categorize a list of theories with the theorists1.8.1

Pregnancy and Prenatal Development

  • 2.1

    Define terms related to pregnancy and prenatal development

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context2.1.1

  • 2.2

    List early signs of pregnancy<ul><li>Breast tenderness</li><li>Fatigue</li><li>Frequent urination</li><li>Lower back pain</li><li>Missed period</li><li>Nausea</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Discuss the importance of early and regular medical care during pregnancy2.2.1

  • 2.3

    Explain physical changes to the mother during pregnancy<ol type="a"><li>Changes in digestive system</li><li>Increase in size of breasts and abdomen</li><li>Pressure on the bladder</li><li>Skin stretching</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Model physical changes using a pregnancy simulator or other available resources2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Research methods of coping with physical changes during pregnancy2.3.2

  • 2.4

    Name discomforts and complications of pregnancy<ol type="a"><li>Blurred vision</li><li>Early, sudden gush of liquid</li><li>Severe vomiting</li><li>Swelling</li><li>Vaginal bleeding</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Research complications of pregnancy2.4.1

  • 2.5

    Identify common birth defects

    1. 1.

      Research birth defects and develop a presentation including descriptions, symptoms, developmental disabilities, life expectancy, causes, methods of detection, treatments, and rate of occurrences in U.S.2.5.1

  • 2.6

    Describe prenatal tests used to determine health of mother and fetus<ol type="a"><li>Amniocentesis</li><li>Chronic villi sampling (CVS)</li><li>Ultrasound</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Identify risks involved with prenatal tests2.6.1

  • 2.7

    List STDs most likely to affect the health of unborn baby and mother<ol type="a"><li>Chlamydia</li><li>Genital herpes</li><li>Gonorrhea</li><li>HIV/AIDS</li><li>Syphilis</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Identify the symptoms and treatment of STDs2.7.1

    2. 2.

      Describe how STDs affect mother and baby2.7.2

  • 2.8

    Describe the three stages of prenatal development<ul><li>Period of the zygote</li><li>Period of the embryo</li><li>Period of the fetus</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Construct a timeline of the stages of prenatal development showing the changes that occur at each stage2.8.1

  • 2.9

    Name environmental factors that are harmful to the development of the unborn child<ul><li>Alcohol</li><li>Drugs</li><li>Infections such as Rubella</li><li>Smoking</li><li>Harmful fumes</li><li>Paint products</li><li>Lead</li><li>X-rays</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Predict possible outcomes of environmental factors to the development of the unborn child2.9.1

  • 2.10

    Describe types of care for the mother's and baby's health<ol type="a"><li>Certified nurse/midwife</li><li>Family practice physicians</li><li>Gynecologists</li><li>Obstetricians</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Identify prenatal care needed throughout pregnancy2.10.1

    2. 2.

      List factors to consider when choosing a birth attendant2.10.2

    3. 3.

      Plan for the birth of a baby2.10.3

  • 2.11

    Name risks due to teen pregnancy<ol type="a"><li>Higher stillbirth rates</li><li>Low birth weight</li><li>Miscarriage</li><li>Premature labor</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast teen pregnancy risks with adult pregnancy risks2.11.1

  • 2.12

    Discuss cost of teen pregnancies to society<ol type="a"><li>Abuse</li><li>Food Stamps</li><li>Medicaid</li><li>Neglect</li><li>Quitting school</li><li>WIC</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Research the cost of teen pregnancies to Arkansas and Arkansas taxpayers2.12.1

  • 2.13

    Research careers related to pregnancy and prenatal development

    1. 1.

      Determine competencies for careers related to prenatal development and pregnancy2.13.1

Birth and the Newborn

  • 3.1

    Define terms related to birth and the newborn

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context3.1.1

  • 3.2

    Chart methods of childbirth and characteristics of each

    1. 1.

      Identify pros and cons of each method3.2.1

  • 3.3

    Name signs of beginning labor

    1. 1.

      Interview a health care provider on the signs of beginning labor3.3.1

  • 3.4

    Describe the three stages of labor<ul><li>Dilation</li><li>Delivery</li><li>Afterbirth</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Interview a health care provider on the stages of labor3.4.1

  • 3.5

    State characteristics of newborns

    1. 1.

      Chart the changes that babies undergo as a result of vaginal birth3.5.1

  • 3.6

    Describe postnatal care of the newborn, including those with special needs

    1. 1.

      Interpret elements and the scores of criteria checked on the Apgar exam3.6.1

  • 3.7

    List basic needs of newborns

    1. 1.

      Determine ways to meet basic needs of newborns3.7.1

  • 3.8

    State benefits of bonding

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast a newborn's bonding with siblings and with parents3.8.1

  • 3.9

    List equipment and supplies needed to care for newborns

    1. 1.

      Research financial costs of equipment and supplies needed to care for newborns3.9.1

  • 3.10

    Name specific care techniques for newborns

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate correct care techniques for newborns3.10.1

  • 3.11

    List physical and emotional changes in the mother during the postpartum period

    1. 1.

      Develop an information sheet for parents of newborns3.11.1

  • 3.12

    Name careers related to birth, newborn, or postnatal period

    1. 1.

      Determine competencies for careers related to birth, newborn, or postnatal period3.12.1

The First Year

  • 4.1

    Define terms related to the first year

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Name developmental needs during the first year in each of these areas<ul><li>Physical</li><li>Intellectual</li><li>Emotional</li><li>Social</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Give examples of ways to meet developmental needs during the first year4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Complete a project using FCCLA STAR events guidelines for Illustrated T alk4.2.2

  • 4.3

    Designate milestones of physical development during the first year

    1. 1.

      Categorize the developmental milestones to the correct month of the first year4.3.1

  • 4.4

    Name three basic patterns of physical development<ul><li>Head to foot</li><li>Near to far</li><li>Simple to complex</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Provide examples of the three basic patterns of physical development4.4.1

  • 4.5

    Name ways to promote physical development during the first year

    1. 1.

      Plan an environment that promotes physical development during the first year4.5.1

  • 4.6

    Describe daily care routines for feeding, bathing, dressing and diapering an infant

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate how to handle a newborn safely using an infant simulator or other resources4.6.1

  • 4.7

    Designate milestones of intellectual development during the first year

    1. 1.

      Categorize the developmental milestones to the correct month of the first year4.7.1

  • 4.8

    Name types of learning

    1. 1.

      Plan learning experiences that demonstrate<ul><li>Experimentation cause and effect and object permanence</li><li>Exploration</li><li>Imitation</li></ul>4.8.1

  • 4.9

    List toys and play equipment suitable for a baby intellectual

    1. 1.

      Plan learning experiences to promote development during the first year4.9.1

  • 4.10

    Designate features of safe toys and play equipment for infants

    1. 1.

      Evaluate safety features of toys4.10.1

  • 4.11

    Describe milestones of social and emotional development during the first year

    1. 1.

      Categorize the developmental milestones to the correct month of the first year4.11.1

  • 4.12

    Discuss fears that are common during the first year

    1. 1.

      Develop a list of comforting techniques4.12.1

  • 4.13

    Explain ways infants express emotions<ul><li>Affection</li><li>Anger</li><li>Delight</li><li>Disgust</li><li>Distress</li><li>Elation</li><li>Fear</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Identify the approximate ages at which infants show each of the emotions4.13.1

  • 4.14

    Explain personality development during the first year

    1. 1.

      Plan activities to stimulate emotional and social development during the first year4.14.1

Children from One to Three

  • 5.1

    Define terms related to children from one to three

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Designate milestones of physical development for ages one to three

    1. 1.

      Categorize the milestones of physical development for years one to three5.2.1

  • 5.3

    Name routines for young children that promote sound physical health such as:<ol type="a"><li>exercise</li><li>feeding</li><li>hygiene</li><li>sleeping</li><li>toilet training</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate practices that promote sound physical health and hygiene5.3.1

  • 5.4

    List ways to provide a safe environment for toddlers (include accident prevention)

    1. 1.

      Plan a safe environment for toddlers5.4.1

  • 5.5

    Describe meals suitable for toddlers

    1. 1.

      Plan a daily menu for a toddler5.5.1

  • 5.6

    Name features of appropriate clothes for toddlers such as:<ul><li>comfort</li><li>durability</li><li>economic factors</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Evaluate clothing for toddlers5.6.1

  • 5.7

    List bedtime problems of toddlers and ways to minimize the problems such as:<ul><li>bedtime routines</li><li>comforting fears</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Plan a bedtime routine for a toddler5.7.1

  • 5.8

    Explain process of toilet training<ol type="a"><li>how to handle accidents</li><li>importance of routine</li><li>readiness signs</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Develop a brochure about toilet training to assist parents of toddlers5.8.1

  • 5.9

    Designate milestones of intellectual development for ages one to three

    1. 1.

      Categorize the milestones of intellectual development for ages one to three5.9.1

  • 5.10

    Identify ways children learn<ol type="a"><li>directed</li><li>imitation</li><li>incidental</li><li>trial-and-error</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Classify the method used to learn using examples in various scenarios5.10.1

  • 5.11

    State ways to promote intellectual development in toddlers including:<ol type="a"><li>activities</li><li>speech</li><li>toys</li><li>ways to guide learning</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Plan learning experiences for a toddler5.11.1

    2. 2.

      Complete a project using FCCLA STAR events guidelines for Focus on Children5.11.2

  • 5.12

    List characteristics of safe, suitable toys for toddlers

    1. 1.

      Analyze toys for toddlers5.12.1

  • 5.13

    Designate milestones of emotional and social development for ages one to three

    1. 1.

      Categorize the emotional and social milestones for ages one to three5.13.1

  • 5.14

    State ways to influence toddlers' emotional and social development such as:<ol type="a"><li>encourage thinking</li><li>give choices</li><li>redirect the child</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Explain general guidance techniques5.14.1

    2. 2.

      Role play ways to promote sharing5.14.2

  • 5.15

    Name common emotions of toddlers such as:<ul><li>empathy</li><li>negativism</li><li>self-centeredness</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Compare emotional development during the toddlers years to a roller coaster5.15.1

  • 5.16

    List ways toddlers express emotions including:<ol type="a"><li>affection</li><li>negativism</li><li>temper tantrums</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Develop a brochure with techniques for helping toddlers express emotions5.16.1

  • 5.17

    State ways relationships influence child development including developing self-concept

    1. 1.

      Analyze effects of relationships on young children5.17.1

  • 5.18

    Name ways to help young children develop a positive self-concept by responding in a positive way in:<ul><li>actions</li><li>words</li><li>attitudes</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Examine ways to avoid being overly critical of a child's efforts5.18.1

  • 5.19

    Designate effective guidance techniques for ages one to three by being:<ul><li>clear</li><li>firm</li><li>positive</li><li>simple</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Critique guidance techniques for toddlers in various scenarios5.19.1

Children from Four to Six

  • 6.1

    Define terms related to children from four to six

    1. 1.

      Use terms related to children from four to six6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Designate milestones of physical development for ages four to six<ol type="a"><li>height & weight</li><li>motor skills</li><li>proportion</li><li>teeth</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Categorize the milestones of physical development for ages four to six6.2.1

  • 6.3

    State ways to promote physical development for ages four to six including proper nutrition

    1. 1.

      Identify ways to encourage good nutrition in children from four to six6.3.1

  • 6.4

    Explain ways to help preschoolers develop positive self-care habits

    1. 1.

      Develop a list of basic rules of cleanliness for ages four to six6.4.1

  • 6.5

    Designate milestones of intellectual development for ages four to six

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate techniques to encourage children's interests in reading, art and music6.5.1

  • 6.6

    State ways to stimulate intellectual development for ages four to six including topics such as:<ol type="a"><li>books</li><li>multiple intelligences</li><li>play materials and activities</li><li>toys</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Analyze toys, books, and play materials for preschoolers6.6.1

    2. 2.

      Plan play activities for preschoolers6.6.2

  • 6.7

    Name ways to help children develop readiness for school

    1. 1.

      Examine/administer school readiness inventory6.7.1

  • 6.8

    Designate milestones of emotional and social development for ages four to six<ol type="a"><li>anger</li><li>fear</li><li>jealousy</li><li>self-confidence</li></ol>

    1. 1.

      Identify the common emotions of children, ages four to six, and the changing ways they express those emotions6.8.1

  • 6.9

    Name ways to stimulate emotional and social development for children ages four to six

    1. 1.

      Describe how beginning school affects a child's emotional and social development6.9.1

  • 6.10

    Describe the preschooler's relationships with others

    1. 1.

      Observe preschoolers' interaction in various settings6.10.1

  • 6.11

    Explain ways children develop a sense of right and wrong

    1. 1.

      Plan ways to help children develop a sense of right and wrong6.11.1

  • 6.12

    Name positive guidance techniques for ages four to six

    1. 1.

      Critique guidance techniques for ages four to six in various scenarios6.12.1

  • 6.13

    Designate advantages and disadvantages of IQ tests

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of IQ tests with other tests designed to measure intellectual abilities6.13.1

  • 6.14

    Describe effects of learning disabilities and giftedness on school experiences

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast the benefits and challenges a student experiences after being labeled gifted or learning disabled6.14.1

  • 6.15

    Name pros and cons of competition among children

    1. 1.

      Role play the effect of competition among children in various scenarios, showing both advantages and disadvantages6.15.1

Children from Seven to Twelve

  • 7.1

    Define terms related to children from seven to twelve

    1. 1.

      Use terms in context7.1.1

  • 7.2

    Designate milestones of physical development for ages seven to twelve

    1. 1.

      Categorize the milestones of physical development for ages seven to twelve7.2.1

  • 7.3

    State ways to help school-age children meet personal health care needs

    1. 1.

      Plan ways to encourage self-care habits7.3.1

  • 7.4

    Designate signs of intellectual development for ages seven to twelve

    1. 1.

      Create a chart of the intellectual characteristics of children seven to twelve7.4.1

  • 7.5

    Designate milestones of social and emotional development for ages seven to twelve

    1. 1.

      Analyze why some children continue to express anger through actions rather than words7.5.1

  • 7.6

    State ways to influence social and emotional development for ages seven to twelve

    1. 1.

      Plan ways to meet social and emotional needs of school-age children7.6.1

  • 7.7

    Describe relationships during the school-age period with both friends and family

    1. 1.

      Develop a list of social skills a person needs in order to make friends7.7.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Child Development

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