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Middle Childhood - Coggle Diagram
Middle Childhood
Developmental Milestones
Physical: Improved motor skills
Cognitive
Reasoning
Logic
Analytical skills
Recognition of cause and effect
Relationships between pieces of information
Spatial Thinking
Memory and Attention Span increases
Perspective Taking
Critical Thinking
Emotional
Personal Interestst develop
Emerging Independence
Body Image/ self consciousness
Social: Peer relationships gain importance
Theories on Development during Middle Childhood
Erik Erikson's Industry vs Inferiority Stage
Kids compare themselves with others to assess their perceptions of their own success and competence.
Kids can risk developing an inferiority complex if feelings of inadequacy, doubt and low self confidence linger for extended time periods
Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory
Social interaction is a key component of a child's learning and development
Social interaction bolsters language development and develops a child's sense of agency.
Piaget: Concrete Operational Stage
Organized and Rational Thought
Logic and reasoning
Understanding of Conservation of an object's size despite changing appearance
Inductive Reasoning and Decentering
Classification and categorization
Key Points on Middle Childhood
Self Concept: This developmental stage plays a vital role in the development of self concept and emotional well-being; the changes that take place in this stage are especially important in shaping the nature of developments in later stages.
Peers: Those in the Middle Childhood stage place heavy importance on peer relationships, which can be an important source of support and influence.
Support: Support systems or a lack thereof can determine the outcomes and lasting emotional states from the industry vs. inferiority stage.
Learning Disabilities
Types of Learning Disabilities
Dyslexia: Difficulty reading printed text
Dyscalculia: Difficulty in grasping mathematical concepts and procedures
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Involves difficulty understanding social cues
ADHD/ ADD: Involves Executive Function Difficulties
Teacher Response to Suspicion of Disabilities
Record Observations
Refrain from labelling early on
Start with immediate supervisor
Await recommendations for future steps (ie. Consulting Parents or a Developmental Pediatrician)
Resilience: Capacity to recover, adapt, and thrive
Factors affecting Resilience
Individual: Self-Esteem and Perception
Family: Emotional Support
School: Emotional Support and Teacher Student Relationships
Community: Access to resources and safe spaces
Promoting Resilience in Schools
Instilling a Growth Mindset
Providing emotional support when needed
Creating a safe environment