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How Infants and Young Children Learn
Commonly Asked Questions
What should I do if my child is not developing at the same speed as most other children from the same age group?
If you notice that your child is not developing at the same rate as most other children of the same age or is having trouble gaining the skills necessary to prepare for school, explain your concerns to your pediatrician or nurse practitioner. That individual can help determine whether or not your child has a problem.
Children develop at remarkably different rates, all within a healthy range, so it is important to be sure that a problem exists before becoming overanxious. However, as a parent you should be sensitive to your own concerns if something is not right. If your pediatrician or nurse practitioner thinks there is a problem, he or she will work with you to make sure your child gets the help needed to be successful.
See also: What You Need to Know if Your Child Has Special Needs
Additional questions
What can I do to provide good learning conditions for my young child?
How does my child's physical and mental progress compare to other children of the same age, and what can I do to help him progress?
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