Developmental milestone

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Developmental Milestone

A Developmental Milestone (pronunciation: /dɪˈvɛləpm(ə)nt(ə)l/ /ˈmʌɪlstəʊn/) is a significant event or skill that a child achieves as part of their developmental process. These milestones are used as a measure to determine a child's growth and development.

Etymology

The term "Developmental Milestone" is derived from the words "developmental", which refers to the process of growing or developing, and "milestone", which is a significant stage or event in the development of something.

Related Terms

  • Gross Motor Skills: These are the abilities required to control the large muscles of the body for walking, running, sitting, crawling, and other activities.
  • Fine Motor Skills: These are the abilities required to control the small muscles of the body for precise movements, such as picking up small objects or holding a spoon.
  • Cognitive Development: This refers to the development of thinking, problem solving, and memory in a child.
  • Social-Emotional Development: This refers to the development of a child's ability to interact with others and manage their emotions.
  • Language Development: This refers to the development of a child's ability to communicate and understand language.

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