Pool Safety
Within the cognitive domain of learning, Piaget’s theory of cognitive development states, that although a preschooler can explain a concept, they are doing so as they have heard it. When explaining a concept, the child may only have a limited understanding of what they are reciting. Therefore, even if a preschooler can give examples of pool safety concepts the reality is that they are not likely to understand them and may still put themselves at risk for drowning. It is important for parents of preschoolers to be aware that their children may not be able to recognize and perceive information related to pool safety. The affective domain...
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