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Growing
Boys tend to weigh more than girls the older they get (within the ages of 2-6). This is the same case with height until both genders reach 6 years. By this time, the scale of height evens out. Image retrieved from: http://lifeinatinytown.blogspot.com/2010/04/in-utero.html -
Speech/Communication
Over the years between ages 2 and 3 speech develops from small, two word phrases to endless questions that create conversation. Children's vocabulary is often grown by fast mapping-applying words into thier vocabulary soon after hearing the new word. Image retrieved from: http://www.gizmag.com/childrens-synthetic-speech/21545/ -
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Fine Motor 3 Years
Child is able to cut paper, build a bridge with three blocks, draw O/+, pour liquid without spilling and piece together a puzzle. -
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Fine Motor 4 Years
Child is able to fold paper in triangles, write their name, string beads, build a bridge with 5 blocks, and open/place clothes pins. -
Fine Motor Skills
Fine motor skills require much practice and teach patterns. For developing skills, children may take years to perfect but they are quick learners. Image retrieved from: http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/developing_fine_motor_skills.htm -
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Fine Motor 5 Years
Child is able to fold paper in halves/quarters, draw shapes, create clay objects, and copy letters or short words. -
Friendship Building
In preschool, children have interactive play in many different ways. The less social play is parallel and onlooker play. In parallel play, a child use the same toys like other children but do not engage with others. In onlooker play, a child watches other children engage in play. The more social play is referred to as associative and cooperative play, children share and take turns. Image retrieved from: http://depositphotos.com/2635646/stock-photo-The-boy-and-girl-playing-to-a-sandbox.html
