Physical Growth
True or False: the average child triples their weight between the ages of 6 and 11
False, the average child doubles their weight between 6 and 11
What age do children start to build on basic motor skills?
Children begin developing motor skills during the preschool years but expand on these motor skills beginning at age 6.
At 12 years old primary teeth are going to start being replaced by what?
Permanent teeth (adult teeth)
What children are more at risk of being obese?
Low income or less wealthy families.
51%
How much does the average six year old weigh?
Anywhere from 44 pounds (20 kg)
True or False: The speed children can throw a ball triples by the age of 11?
True, they can throw a ball triple the speed and double the distance by age 11.
At 12 years old children have about how many teeth that erupt every six months?
Children have 4 teeth that erupt every six months that is why dentists recommend you come in every six months from 12 to 18.
What is classified an empty calorie?
Highly processed foods, fast food and foods that are loaded with sugar.
Exercise benefits children in what ways?
Stronger muscles, bones, joints and a stronger heart and it controls body fat.
On average how tall is a 6 year old?
3'9 or 45 inches.
Girls are typically better with which type of motor skill?
Girls are better with fine motor skills, boys are typically better with gross motor skills such as throwing, catching and object control.
At what age do children start losing teeth as a sign of maturity?
Usually 5-6 years old.
Obesity is considered how much of a percentage over the ideal body weight?
Twenty percent.
Inactive children tend to have lower levels of what?
Strength, endurance, aerobic power, and flexibility.
Every 1 in how many children are affected by dwarfism
Every one in 5000
What are the two disabilities to be aware of when dealing with children and motor skills?
Dyspraxia and Cerebral Palsy.
Malocclusion can lead to what very serious issues down the road?
Crowded teeth.
Child obesity is linked to what kind of adult health issues?
An example of one is metabolic syndrome.
What are the most common things children need in a day to maintain physical health?
A balanced diet, plenty of sleep and one hour of exercise each day.
The treatment for dwarfism can also cause what major side effect(s)?
High blood pressure, diabetes and weight loss issues.
Michael Salman pointed out what part of the brain is the most important to a child's mental development?
The cerebellum, which controls motor skills, sensory perception and precise timing.
What are the two ways you can fix crowded teeth?
Removal of a few teeth or having braces on anywhere from 6 months to a 2 year period.
The average 7 to 10 year old needs how many calories per day?
2400 calories.
What do physical health and physcal fitness have in common?
Participation in Sports.