Your Child's Developing Mind

Explore the crucial stages of your child's development from birth to age 12. This resource provides insights into cognitive, emotional, and social milestones, helping you better understand and support your child’s growth.

Developmental milestones vary widely, but here are a few key highlights:

• Infancy (0-2 years): Rapid brain growth supports key skills like language development and motor abilities. By age 2, toddlers typically have a vocabulary of around 50-100 words and can follow simple instructions (American Academy of Pediatrics).
• Early Childhood (3-6 years): This stage is marked by increased imagination, social interaction, and problem-solving skills. Children begin to understand concepts like numbers and time, and their language skills expand significantly (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
• Middle Childhood (7-12 years): Cognitive abilities such as logical thinking and academic skills develop. Children start to form complex friendships and develop a sense of self. This period also includes significant growth in attention span and memory (Center on the Developing Child, Harvard University).

Find valuable information and tools to support your child’s developmental journey. For up-to-date information, visit trusted sources like the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Center on the Developing Child.

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Resources to Check Out:

• New York State Parent Guide - Provides parenting tips, resources, and support for families across New York State.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -Provides comprehensive information on developmental milestones, early learning, and behavior.
• Zero to Three- Offers resources and research on the early development of children from birth to three years old.
• National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)- Features research-based information on child development stages and factors affecting development.
• The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)- Provides parenting advice and information on children's health and development.
• Child Mind Institute-Offers insights into developmental milestones and mental health resources.

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Brain Building Basics by Vroom

In this Vroom video, "Boost Your Child’s Brain Power," viewers are guided through simple, everyday activities that can significantly enhance a child’s cognitive development. The video emphasizes the importance of engaging with your child during daily routines to promote their learning and growth. It provides practical tips for turning routine moments into brain-boosting experiences, such as talking about what you see during walks or using playtime to introduce new concepts. The goal is to make learning a natural part of everyday interactions, helping to build a strong foundation for your child's future success.

Last updated August 28, 2024