Where They Are
The average ten and eleven-year-old is heading towards adolescence. He/She:
Where They're Going
At ten and eleven years old, your child is making the transition to adolescence. You can help by encouraging them as they:
The average ten and eleven-year-old is heading towards adolescence. He/She:
- Shows more self-assertion and curiosity.
- Is socially expansive and aware.
- Is physically exuberant, restless, wiggly, and talks a lot.
- Has a range and intensity of emotions.
- Is moody and easily frustrated.
- Can relate feelings.
- Is competitive, wants to excel, and may put down the "out group."
- Exhibits "off-color" humor and silliness.
- Teases and tussles.
Where They're Going
At ten and eleven years old, your child is making the transition to adolescence. You can help by encouraging them as they:
- Cope with changes.
- Transition to adolescence.
- Work on their interpersonal skills.
- Handle peer groups and pressure.
- Develop personal interests and abilities.
- Take on greater responsibility for their behavior and decisions
- Brought to you by the American School Counselor Association
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