Growth and Development - Your School Age Child (6 - 11 Years)

Milestones to look for: (These are only guidelines. Each child is different, and may do things at different times. If you see your child is 6 months or more behind on any of these skills, talk to your child's doctor.)
At or about:	A school-age child usually:
6 - 11 years	begins to read and understand simple math like adding and subtracting one number, counting to 100, and knowing the value of a penny, dime, and nickel. takes care of more of their own needs (bathing, dressing) develops better handwriting ability rides two-wheeled bike catches and throws climbs, skips, hops, and runs well becomes aware of others' thoughts and feelings learns more involved math, like dividing, multiplication, and fractions reads and understands paragraphs participates in and enjoys organized sports begins to understand abstract concepts is interested in the world beyond home and community

Safety tips:

• Insist that your child always use a seat belt.
• Insist that your child wear a helmet when cycling or skating.
• Teach your child bicycle rules of the road.
• Do not let your child play around water without an adult present.

Other tips:

• Get involved with your child's school and education. You are a very important part of your child's education.
• Send your child to school. Do not let your child miss school unless he or she is ill.
• Talk to your child about the importance of education. Give your child as many learning experiences as possible.

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