AENR1-UC 1102 Lecture Notes - Abstraction, Peer Pressure, Attention Span
2 Oct 2012
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Interested in people: aware of differences, willing to give more to others, but also expect more. Often outspoken and critical of adults although still dependent on adult approval. Physical characteristics: very active: need frequent breaks from tasks to do fun and energetic things, bone growth is not yet complete, some may mature early, may be insecure about their appearance or size, often accident-prone. Emotional characteristics: very sensitive to praise and recognition; feelings are hurt easily, because friends are so important during this time, there can be conflicts between adults" rules and friends" rules. Introduce new games that will broaden their concepts of different cultures. Identify with an admired adult; may reflect examples of that adult: vulnerable, emotionally insecure, fear of rejection, mood swings, bodies are going through physical changes that affect personal appearance. 9: starting to develop ideas of their future. Developmental tasks: social cooperation, self-evaluation, skill learning, team play.
