Safety and injury prevention
What is one way to prevent injuries in elementary-aged children?
Creating safe environments, teaching safety practices, or proper supervision
Name one common mental health concern in school-aged children.
Anxiety, ADHD, depression, OCD, PTSD, eating disorders, panic disorders
Who provides a child’s first social interactions?
Family
How much weight do children typically gain each year?
About 4–7 pounds
Name one common physical health issue in children.
Colds, flu, asthma, ear infections, allergies, lice, obesity
Who shares responsibility for keeping children safe?
Parents, educators, and the community
What skill helps children manage their emotions better as they grow?
Self-regulation
Why are friendships important for children?
They help with social skills and future relationships
Why do children need more calories as they grow?
Their bodies are growing and developing
Name one common mental health issue related to attention or behavior.
Attention issues, anxiety, behavioral issues
Why is supervision important for children ages 5–10?
They are still learning safety skills and judgment
What does emotional maturation help children understand?
Complex feelings and self-awareness
What is one responsibility children learn at home or school?
Displaying proper behavior or taking accountability
Why are children sometimes clumsy during growth spurts?
Body parts grow at different rates
Why do children get sick often at this age?
Still building immune systems and close contact with others
Name one place where safety rules are especially important.
Home or school
How do peer relationships affect emotional development?
They influence self-esteem and emotional well-being
How do peers influence a child?
They affect how children see themselves and the world
Which system allows faster reaction time and coordination?
The nervous system
How can screen time affect children’s health?
It can cause sleeping issues
Why is injury prevention important during late childhood?
Children are active, growing, and still developing coordination
Why is mental health important in late childhood?
It affects learning, behavior, and relationships
What is one social challenge children face as they gain independence?
Managing stress or learning proper behavior
Why do children’s bones heal faster than adults’?
They are more flexible and still growing
Why do academic and social demands impact children’s health?
They create stress while habits are still developing