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1 Ch. 15 Meeting Physical Needs
Objectives: Compare and contrast growth patterns at different stages of childhood Demonstrate ways of promoting good nutrition with children of various ages Suggest activities for helping children develop large and small motor skills Recommend techniques for teaching children personal hygiene skills Select appropriate clothing for children

2 The Growing Child Children may grow differently, as long as the fall within the average range, there is no reason for concern Toddlers (1-3 years old) Grow at rapid rate Arms, legs, lower body lengthen Chest becomes more prominent Balance and posture improve Preschoolers (3-5 years old) Body becomes straighter/slimmer Abdomen flattens, shoulders widen, neck and legs lengthen School-Age Children (6-10 years old) Weight and height gains Growth spurts Girls progress about 2 years ahead of boys Legs, arms, hands, and feet usually grow faster than anything else Children usually look awkward and bony

3 Puberty Growth that marks when a person becomes physically and sexually mature Females = breast develop, body fat increases, menstruation begins Males = genitals grow larger, muscles develop, facial and body hair begins to grow Children often embarrassed by the changes that occur Provide love, compliments

4 Providing Good Nutrition
Proper nourishment is essential for physical development of children Healthy diet provides energy for growth, daily activity, and resistance to illness Children need recommended servings from the Food Guide Pyramid daily

5 Self-Feeding Reckless at first
Small spoon, small foods, 2 handle cups, plastic plates/bowls High chair away from walls and non-washable furniture Fill cups only ¼ full Plan bath time after meal

6 Serving Appropriate Amounts
One tablespoon per age is recommended As much as the child wants is also appropriate Making children clean their plate encourages them to eat more than they need Remember toddlers are exploring the power of the word “no” Don’t ask “do you want some carrots?”, rather say “here are your carrots, see if you can get them on your spoon” Children find playtime more interesting than eating, however they need reminders to stop for snacks

7 Introducing New Foods Serve separately
Mildly flavored and seasoned lightly Served at room temperature

8 Encourage Wise Food Choices
Provide nutritious snacks Teach by setting an example Space snacks between meals Involve the child in helping you prepare meals Talk about nutrition with your child Find children’s books about food

9 Promoting Motor Skills
Children don’t have “off” switches Exercise is essential for children gaining coordination, balance, and muscular strength Motor skill development is not automatic Children need opportunities for flourishing physically See Page 308 for Average Motor Development Stages

10 Large Motor Skills Walking, climbing, running
Parents need to provide children with greater challenges swimming, skating, catching, throwing, riding bikes

11 Small Motor Skills Use small muscles Eye hand coordination
Fingers, wrists, ankles Eye hand coordination Using hands/fingers precisely Manual dexterity Manipulate things with their hands with control Hand preference revealed Coloring, throwing, eating Some studies reveal hand preference is hereditary, others suggest parents influence by placing objects in hand of child more than the other

12 Teaching Hygiene Skills
Practical and emotional milestone Toileting, brushing teeth, bathing Toileting Readiness means having control of bladder Signs of readiness: going a couple of hours without wetting diaper, complaining when they are wet, going to the potty Nighttime control comes with time Bathing Make relaxing, make enjoyable with toys, use children’s soap/shampoo Never leave a child unsupervised in the tub Allow preschoolers to do more for themselves to teach them independence

13 Dental Care Should begin as soon as child has teeth Encourage flossing
Parents brush to teach children proper technique Use a soft child-size brush Small amount of children’s toothpaste Limit sugary foods, only allow sugarless gum (if allowed at all)

14 Seeing the Dentist Schedule first appointment around 3rd birthday
Ask for dentist referrals from friends/family members who are especially child friendly Provide “good girl/boy” incentives/rewards

15 Selecting Clothing Durability Comfort Easy Care Affordable
Reinforced seams, adjustable straps, sturdy fabrics Comfort Stretchy, soft, absorbent Easy Care Wash/dry, preshrunk if cotton Affordable Children outgrow quickly, shop sales, discount stores Child Preferable Favorite colors, characters, styles, friend like Ease of Dress Elastic waistbands, fasteners in front, large buttons, roomy shirts, shoes with velcro

16 Making Meals Count Plan a day’s menu for a 3 year old! Include foods for each of the following: Breakfast Snack Lunch Dinner Keep in mind that different shapes, colors, textures add interest to a child!!

17 Children’s Snacks FUN FRUIT KABOBS BERRY TASTY MUFFINS PRETZELS
BERRY TASTY MUFFINS PRETZELS


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