Stages Of Development 0-19 Analysis

The sequence of a childâ€TMs development can be divided into four aspects. The different stages are Physical Development, Language and communication, Social and emotional. This is also known as PIES Physical, intellectual, emotional and social development.
Physical development
Babies to toddlers 0-3 years- Babies physically develop very quickly. They have built in reflexes from birth such as latching on to feed, sucking and grabbing. Babies are very inquisitive, grabbing objects and passing them between their hands as their hand to eye coordination improves. Usually most babies are mobile by their first birthday, rolling, crawling and even walking. In their second year they start to walk, or become more confident walkers. They will use their
Their use of gross and fine motor skills will be developing as they are now running, jumping, walking up and downstairs and their use of pencils and scissors are more controlled. Around age 7 they start to lose their baby teeth and grow taller and thinner. Girls start to show early signs of puberty around 10-11 and boys are often later than this age.
Adolescence 12-19- Physical development during these ages is very different to each child. Boys will start to begin puberty whereas many girls already have periods and breast growth. Heights and strengths are different in both genders. Boys body shapes will change as their muscles grow and they develop body hair, and will continue to grow until their mid twenties. Boys also tend to be taller than girls. As they approach their late teens they are now young adults.
Language and
Active role playing and imaginary play with friends is a positive way to develop themselves as well as friendships. At age 7 and onwards they start understanding about responsibilities, looking after themselves and creating boundaries with other people. As they progress through primary school friendships become stronger. Adult praise is very important at these ages, they are more aware of what other people think of them so encouragement is really helpful at this stage.
Adolescence 12-19- Young people at this age still need encouragement, help and guidance. Their self esteem and confidence can vary between each teenager. They start to want more independence from their parents and want to spend more time with friends of their own age. They go through many physical and emotional changes so reassurance and understanding from adults to help them make decisions and guide them through these years is important.
Intellectual and cognitive