Child Development Guide: 4-5 Years (continued)
Source: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
Topics: Early Years (Birth-5), All Developmental Milestones (Ages 3-5)
Topics: Early Years (Birth-5), All Developmental Milestones (Ages 3-5)
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Four to Five Years |
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| Normal Characteristics | Suggested Behaviors for Effective Parenting |
| Exhibits a great deal of name calling; can be demanding and/or threatening. | Keep a sense of humor. |
| Often is bossy, belligerent; goes to extremes, bossy then shy; frequently whines, cries, and complains. | Provide outlets for emotional expression through talking, physical activity, and creative media. |
| Often tests people to see who can be controlled. | Establish limits and adhere to them. |
| Is boastful, especially about self and family. | Provide opportunities for talking about self and family. |
| Has growing confidence in self and world. | Strengthen positive self-esteem by pointing out the things child can do for self. |
| Is beginning to develop some feeling of insecurity. | Assure the child that she/he is loved. |
| Emotional Development for Three to Four Years | Emotional Development for Five to Six Years |
| Return to Using the Child Development Guide |
MORAL DEVELOPMENT: Four to Five Years |
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| Normal Characteristics | Suggested Behaviors for Effective Parenting |
| Is becoming aware of right and wrong; usually has desire to do right; may blame others for own wrongdoing. | Help the child be responsible and discover the consequences of his/her behavior. Be aware of your feelings and try to understand his/her perspective. |
| Moral Development for Three to Four Years | Moral Development for Five to Six Years |
| Return to Using the Child Development Guide |
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