Physical Development
At what age do infants typically begin to roll over?
Around 4-6 months
What is object permanence?
The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they are not visible.
At what age do babies typically begin to smile socially?
Around 6-8 weeks.
Who developed the sensorimotor stage of development?
Jean Piaget.
What small objects should caregivers keep out of an infant's reach to avoid choking hazards?
Buttons, small toys, coins, beads.
What is the term for the fine motor skill used to pick up small objects using the thumb and index finger?
Pincer grasp
True or False: Infants develop object permanence around 3 months of age.
False (typically 6-9 months).
What is the term for a baby’s fear of unfamiliar people that usually appears around 6-9 months?
Stranger anxiety.
Erik Erikson’s first stage of psychosocial development is called ___________.
Trust vs. Mistrust.
True or False: It’s safe for infants to sleep with blankets and stuffed animals.
False.
True or False: Crawling is considered a gross motor milestone.
true
At what age do children begin engaging in pretend play?
Answer: Around 18-24 months.
By 18 months, a toddler may show defiance by frequently using what word?
"No."
True or False: The autonomy vs. shame and doubt stage occurs between birth and 18 months.
False (it occurs from 18 months to 3 years).
What household safety device should be installed over electrical outlets?
Outlet covers.
At what age do toddlers typically begin to walk independently?
12-15 months
Which theorist is most associated with cognitive development during infancy and toddlerhood?
Jean Piaget.
Name one social-emotional milestone a 12-month-old might demonstrate.
Exhibiting separation anxiety, showing affection, or playing simple interactive games like peek-a-boo.
Which theorist’s work focuses on children learning about their world through interactions with objects and people?
Jean Piaget.
What childproofing tool is used to prevent toddlers from accessing stairs?
Baby gates.
By 24 months, most toddlers can do which of the following physical activities?
a) Ride a tricycle
b) Throw a ball
c) Write their name
Answer: b) Throw a ball.
What cognitive milestone is demonstrated when a baby finds a toy that was hidden under a blanket?
Object permanence.
What is parallel play, and at what age does it typically begin?
Playing alongside, but not directly with, other children; typically begins around 18-24 months.
What is the primary goal of Erikson’s “Trust vs. Mistrust” stage?
Developing trust in caregivers to meet basic needs.
Name two ways to make a living room safer for an active toddler.
Secure heavy furniture to the wall, cover sharp corners on tables, use outlet covers, or remove small choking hazards.