Child Development
Holistic Child Development
Children develop as whole beings. Growth in one area supports and influences growth in others.
"The holistic approach recognizes that physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and moral development are deeply interconnected. An ECD facilitator or parent must nurture all these aspects simultaneously to ensure the child realizes their full potential."
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Physical Development
Gross and fine motor skills, sensory development, and physical health.
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Cognitive Development
Thinking, problem-solving, language, and early literacy/numeracy.
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Emotional Development
Understanding and expressing feelings, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
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Social Development
Interacting with others, cooperation, and understanding social rules.
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Moral & Cultural Development
Distinguishing right from wrong, values, and cultural identity.