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Child development: 3-4 years
Three to four year olds have rich imaginations, they may have strong fears, they love to play and they enjoy physical activity and are beginning to be less dependent on their usual caregivers. This is part of series all of which are excellent and apply to the preschool child. Australia

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This article is from a series which detail the growth and development of 3-4 year olds and how this can be supported by parents and caregivers. Includes information about motor skills, language, fears and how they cope with changes. United States

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This article is from a series which detail the growth and development of 3-4 year olds and how this can be supported by parents and caregivers. Includes extended information about reading, discipline and television watching United States

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This article is from a series which detail the growth and development of 3-4 year olds and how this can be supported by parents and caregivers. Includes information about safety, keeping fit, building trust, cognitive development and teaching styles that foster learning. United States


Related Links

ECA resource theme: School readiness and children's transitions
Journal article: The extramusical effects of music lessons on preschoolers
Journal article: An integrated approach to teaching social skills to preschoolers at risk
News item: Jun 2004 National Preschool Education Inquiry Report
Book: The creative curriculum for preschool (fourth edition)
Book: A parent's guide to preschool


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