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5-8 Year Olds
We are playing more complex games with rules and winning and losing
We are exploring friendships and sharing and negotiating
We may become easily embarrassed and sensitive to others feelings toward us
We are developing more complex thinking like cause and effect -
9-12 Year Olds
We are experiencing growth spurts and early adolescence
We are beginning to think abstractly and plan ahead
We have a need to understand why
We are greatly concerned with our peer group
We are testing limits with adults in an increasing desire for independence from adults -
13-18 Year Olds
We are concerned with our peers and seeking independence from adults
We are building skills to become self-sufficient
We are seeking increased power over our own lives
We are able to develop deep friendships and relationships
We are aware of and may explore our sexuality