Development in Infancy

A child beginning to develop a sense of empathy and caring for people who are crying or upset is an example of which type of development?

• Emotional development

• Intellectual development

• Physical development

• Social development

As their attention span lengthens and knowledge of language increases, children can recall and follow basic instructions such as getting a toy from the bedroom, bringing it back to the lounge room and sitting in a designated place with it. Which of the following development aspects does this describe?

• Thought patterns and problem solving

• Relationship and communication skills

• Motor skill development

• Knowledge, memory and attention

Early childhood is characterised by

• rapid and steady growth.

• slow and steady growth.

• rapid and erratic growth.

• slow and erratic growth.

When does the early childhood stage of the lifespan begin and end?

Describe the changes to the rate of growth (including height and weight) during childhood.

Describe the development of teeth during infancy and early childhood.

At which stage during childhood does family have the most influence on social development?

Provide two examples of emotional development that occur during early childhood.

Outline one example of how parents can support their child's emotional development.