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Learning and physical development
Course modified date: 23 Jun 2022
In this course, learn about what is physical development in relation to babies, toddlers and young children.
Introduction
Physical development starts with infants and continues to adolescence. It includes:· Growth
· Motor skills
Growth is the physical changes that happen, such as changes in weight, height and appearance.
Motor skills include gross motor skills and fine motor skills. These skills give a child control over their body. They give, for example, coordination, the ability to walk or jump and the ability to use scissors.
Every child develops in their own way and rate. As a child’s physical development progresses normally, the child becomes more confident which also benefits their social and emotional development.
You will learn
- List the areas of a childs development
- Understand what physical development involves
- Identify what the physical development of babies, toddlers and young children involves.
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