LATE CHILDHOOD (THE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLER) 

Intermediate schoolers have more control over their bodies than they have when they were in primary school. They become more active and have greater liberty to choose the hobbies or sports that they want to get involved in.

These are the factors of physical development during this stage:

a. Early puberty

b. Height, weight and muscle development

c. Motor skills

d. Physical insecurities 

IMPLICATIONS TO CHILD-CARE, EDUCATION AND PARENTING (PHYSICAL)

a. Provide ample opportunities at home and in school for physical exercise and sports

b. Encourage children to participate in varied worthwhile activities until they are able to discover the ones they are interested in

c. Develop a strong emotional attachment with your children so as to address any insecurities and social concerns

d. Since children in this stage have more control over their eating habits, provide them with healthier food choices.

These are the factors of Cognitive Development during this stage:

a. Reading

b. Attention

c. Creativity

d. Impact of media

Emotional Intelligence has four main areas:

1. Developing emotional self-awareness

2. Managing emotions (self-control)

3. Reading emotions (perspective taking)

4. Handling emotions (resolve problems) 

These are the factors of socioemotional development during this stage:

a. Building friendships (peers)

b. Family 

c. School