Growth and Development Q 13

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Which of the following is the most appropriate activity for a 5-year-old child?

  

     A. Squeeze toy

     B. Board games

     C. Play-Doh

     D. Computer games

    

    

Correct Answer: C. Play-Doh

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In the preschooler, play is simple and imaginative that includes activities such as puppets, play-doh, and coloring books. While the kids are molding play dough into different shapes, they are actually building up strength in their tiny hands. The acts of squishing, rolling, flattening, and more help your children develop muscles used in their hands for fine motor movements useful in the future, such as holding a pencil or using scissors.

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Option A: Easy and safe to hold toys such as squeeze toys are appropriate for infants. Infants are fascinated with movement, sounds, and simple black and white visuals. They are discovering their own bodies, working on eye-hand coordination, reaching, and grasping.

Option B: Toys that require concentration such as board games are appropriate for the school-age child. In addition to teaching them about teamwork, patience, and how to win and lose gracefully, board games can actually benefit kids’ brains and language development.

Option D: A play that requires problem-solving techniques like computer games is appropriate for an adolescent. Some games might improve kids’ hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. Video games that require kids to actually move or manipulate the game through their own physical movement can even get sedentary kids moving.

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