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The document outlines key principles of child development, emphasizing the interaction between hereditary traits and environmental influences. It describes the orderly sequence of development, the continuous nature of growth, and the interrelatedness of different developmental aspects. Additionally, it highlights the individualized and cumulative nature of development, the progression from general to specific skills, and differences in growth rates between male and female children.

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Child Development

The document outlines key principles of child development, emphasizing the interaction between hereditary traits and environmental influences. It describes the orderly sequence of development, the continuous nature of growth, and the interrelatedness of different developmental aspects. Additionally, it highlights the individualized and cumulative nature of development, the progression from general to specific skills, and differences in growth rates between male and female children.

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Charlotte V.

Hidalgo Doc Lita Sagun


BECED 2B Child Development

Principles of Child Development


1. Development is a product of the interaction – child’s inner traits (Hereditary
Forces) wherein the child is born with certain traits or abilities passed down from
their parents. Also, the influence of the environment around the child, including
family, friends, school, and even the culture they grow up in, also shapes how
they grow and learn. Constant Interaction where the child and their
environment are always interacting. For example, a child’s curiosity might lead
them to explore something new, and the environment (like a parent or teacher)
can encourage this exploration by providing support or resources.

2. Development follows an orderly sequence – every child grows and develops


at their own pace—some might learn to walk or talk earlier or later than others.
However, all children go through similar order. For example, babies usually learn
to sit up before they start crawling, and they crawl before they walk. This
sequence is similar for all the children, even if the exact timing differs.

 Cephalocaudal Trend- development usually starts from the head and


moves downwards. For instance, babies gain control over their head and
neck before they can control their arms and legs.
 Proximodistal Trend- development moves from the center of the body
outward. This means children can control their torso and arms before they
can manage their hands and fingers.
 Gross to fine motor skills- children generally develop larger movements
(like waving arms) before they develop more precise movements (like
picking up small objects with their fingers)

3. Development is a continuous process- children grow and develop at different


speeds, but they all follow a similar pattern or order in how they develop. For
example, all babies usually learn to hold up their heads before they start sitting
up, and they start walking before they can run. Even if one child develops faster
or slower than another, the steps they go through are usually the same.

4. Bilateral or unilateral trend- a newborn baby’s body is balanced and similar on


both sides in terms of structure and function. In the beginning, babies use both
hands equally well. This is because their early movements are the same on both
sides of their body.
5. Different aspects of development are interrelated- different areas of a child’s
development are connected and rely on each other. For instance, a child’s social
skills are linked to their physical development. If a child has a physical disability,
it can slow down their social development because they might find it harder to
interact with others. Similarly, when a child learns to walk, it helps their brain
develop, which boosts their learning and thinking skills.

6. Development is an individualized process- development is unique to each


child. Every child grows at their own pace physically, mentally, emotionally, and
socially. For example, six-year-olds can vary a lot in height, weight, and
readiness to learn. Growth is fastest in infancy, then slows down but continues
throughout life. It doesn’t happen smoothly—growth can speed up or slow down
at different stages.

7. Development is cumulative- development builds over time. While some


milestones, like a child’s first word or step, may seem sudden or out of nowhere
but they are actually the result of months of listening, babbling, and
understanding language. And each new skill is the outcome of all the
experiences and development that came before it.

8. Development proceeds from the general to specific- development starts


broad and becomes more specific over time. For example, a newborn’s cries are
a general response. As the child grows, these cries become specific words, and
eventually, they learn to communicate clearly.

9. Rate of development differs in male and female children- there is a difference


in the growth rate of boys and girls. Girls mature earlier in comparison to boys.
Girls are taller and heavier than boys during pre-adolescence. However, by the
end of adolescence, boys typically grow taller and surpass girls in height and
weight.
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