Early Childhood Physical Development
The sensory system of the young child develops early in life. Watch the video clips Inside the Living Body and review Chapters 3, 4, 5.5, 5.6, and 5.7 in the course textbook.
1) Discuss the way in which the various sensory systems develop and how sensory development impacts a child’s perception of the world.
2) Explain in your post how you might suggest a parent adjusts the home environment and social situations to allow for the infant and young child’s system to develop.
