Preschooler Development Review

Match the term with its correct definition: Fine Motor Skills

• The ability to control large muscle groups, such as running and jumping.

• Small muscle movements, such as writing or buttoning a shirt.

• Growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding concepts.

• Interactions, self-regulation, and relationships with others.

• Teaching methods that meet the developmental needs of young children.

Match the term with its correct definition: Gross Motor Skills

• The ability to control large muscle groups, such as running and jumping.

• Small muscle movements, such as writing or buttoning a shirt.

• Growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding concepts.

• Interactions, self-regulation, and relationships with others.

• Teaching methods that meet the developmental needs of young children.

Match the term with its correct definition: Cognitive Development

• The ability to control large muscle groups, such as running and jumping.

• Small muscle movements, such as writing or buttoning a shirt.

• Growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding concepts.

• Interactions, self-regulation, and relationships with others.

• Teaching methods that meet the developmental needs of young children.

Match the term with its correct definition: Social-Emotional Development

• The ability to control large muscle groups, such as running and jumping.

• Small muscle movements, such as writing or buttoning a shirt.

• Growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding concepts.

• Interactions, self-regulation, and relationships with others.

• Teaching methods that meet the developmental needs of young children.

Match the term with its correct definition: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

• The ability to control large muscle groups, such as running and jumping.

• Small muscle movements, such as writing or buttoning a shirt.

• Growth in thinking, problem-solving, and understanding concepts.

• Interactions, self-regulation, and relationships with others.

• Teaching methods that meet the developmental needs of young children.

Preschoolers develop at the same rate in all areas of growth.

• True

• False

Play is an essential part of a preschooler's learning and development.

• True

• False

Language development in preschoolers does not impact their cognitive skills.

• True

• False

Social interactions help preschoolers develop emotional regulation.

• True

• False

Structured activities should replace free play in preschool settings.

• True

• False