Describe and give one example each of the effects of heredity, nutrition, and infectious disease on health in early childhood.

. Name and describe at least 2 experiences that support early childhood gross motor and fine motor development.

. Explain why make-believe play is important during the preoperational stage of cognitive development.

 

What are some limitations in cognition during this period? 

 

. Describe Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory. How does Vygotsky’s perception of cognition in early childhood differ from that of Piaget’s? Explain how Vygotsky’s theory applies to the educational setting.

 . Name and describe factors that support language development in early childhood.