Is My Child's Behavior Age-Appropriate?

First surges of independence, big frustrations, and rapidly developing language.

Blooming curiosity, rich imagination, and a strong need for clear routines.

Growing social skills, complex pretend play, and boundary-testing.

Deep interest in rules, forming close friendships, and growing independence.

New academic world, self-identity discovery, and more complex emotions.

Logical thinking develops, strong sense of injustice, and desire for control.

Peer groups become crucial, strong need to belong, and complex emotions.