The age of 1-2 years has passed, now you will face the next stage of child development. In children aged 2-5 years, the aspects that can affect development are much broader.
At the age of children 2-5 years, five main aspects that need to be considered are language skills, sensory abilities, cognitive abilities, physical abilities and social emotional abilities.
The following are aspects of the developmental stages of children aged 2-5 years:
1. Physical development
Physical development of children aged 2 years to 5 years is not as fast as in children under one year. After 12 months, the child's weight only increases by 2.5 kg per year. His height was only increased by 8 cm per year.
This slowed weight and height gain occurs until the child is 5 years old. At this age the child has begun to want to be independent, for example, the child tries to eat by himself or change his own clothes.
2. Emotional and social development
This stage of development generally begins at the age of 2 years. Most children at this age are still in the stage of enjoying playing with children their age, but don't want to play together yet. After entering the age of 5 years, new children like the concept of making friends.
At this age, children also have their own desires. For example, wearing certain clothes that you like, every day. Children also often do something that is forbidden, such as writing or drawing on the wall. At the age of 3-5 years, boys will experience a phallic phase and a psychological phenomenon called the Oedipus complex.
3. Language development
Between the ages of 2-5 years, children's language skills develop rapidly. At least by the age of 3 years, they have mastered more than 200 words. They are also able to follow directions or directions from others, even for two different commands. For example, when children are asked to wash their hands and store shoes.
4. Sensory and motor development
The developmental stage of children at this age cannot be separated from the development of sensory and motor abilities. If at the previous age children still do everything roughly and without calculation, at the age of 2-5 years they are more organized.
For example, kicking a ball becomes more focused, going up or down stairs more carefully, and learning to hold a writing tool to draw something that catches his attention.
5. Cognitive development
Cognitive development that has been mastered includes knowing the difference in time (day or night), distinguishing various colors, recognizing letters, and counting. When an adult mentions an object, the child can point it out. Children have also begun to recognize the names of body parts.
These things are a general description of the developmental stages of children aged 2-5 years. However, the progress of growth and development in each child can be different. What should be noted, if the child's development seems to be lagging behind from the explanation above, you are advised to consult a doctor or psychologist to get the best advice and treatment.
