chapter 4 Physical Development

Which of the following activities is best suited for developing gross motor skills in preschool-aged children?

• Sorting colored blocks

• Jumping on a trampoline

• Drawing with crayons

• Listening to a story

Why are most infants able to crawl before they can pick up objects with their thumb and forefinger?

• Things farther away attract more attention than objects close at hand.

• They develop large muscle skills before developing fine muscle skills.

• Testing limits by crawling is more satisfying than picking up objects.

• Crawling gives them the confidence they need for picking up objects.

Which of the following materials is most appropriate to promote fine motor skills in a Science Center?

• Magnifying Glass

• Large Ball

• Jump Rope

• None of the above

What are the three areas gross motor skills can be grouped into?

• Jumping, balancing, lifting

• Locomotor skills, non-locomotor skills, manipulative skills

• Crawling, running, holding

• Standing, walking, throwing

List two ways physical activity benefits young children.

• Improves storytelling and singing abilities

• Enhances physical health and social-emotional skills

• Develops writing skills and mathematical understanding

• Strengthens immune system and reading comprehension

Which of the following objects can best promote gross motor development outdoors?

• Sandcastle molds

• Hula hoops

What is an example of an indoor activity to develop gross motor skills?

• Musical chairs with running and jumping

• Cutting shapes out of paper

• Matching colors in a game

• Telling a story in circle time

Which type of gross motor skill involves controlled movements like balancing or bending?

• Locomotor skills

• Non-locomotor skills

• Manipulative skills

• Sensory skills

Name a material that can be added to an outdoor learning environment to enhance gross motor development.

• Swings

• Flashcards

• Picture books

• Building blocks

What developmental milestone do toddlers achieve that is related to gross motor skill improvement?

• Recognizing shapes

• Running or climbing

• Learning to talk in sentences

• Sorting by color