Physical & Emotional Growth -- Grade-schooler milestones
New fears and challenges, budding rebellion, curiosity about bodies —- the grade-schooler stage is an action-packed smorgasbord of physical and emotional development.
One of the toughest things to discuss with a child is the subject of death. But as your grade-school age child gets older, it’s increasingly more likely that she will have to deal with the loss of a loved one, whether it’s the death of a grandparent, another family member, or even a pet.
What can your school-age child do and when can he do it? Here's a general guideline of his physical milestones.
For many children, especially girls, puberty can start as early as age 9. About.com's resident pediatrician, Vincent Iannelli, MD, addresses the question of early puberty.
What can your child do at age 7? What is he interested in and where is he emotionally and physically? Get the scoop on a typical 7-year-old's abilities and interests.
What can your child do at age 8? What is he interested in and where is he emotionally and physically? Get the scoop on a typical 8-year-old's abilities and interests.
What can your child do at age 9? What is he interested in and where is he emotionally and physically? Get the scoop on a typical 9-year-old's abilities and interests.
