Page 3: Relationship Health and Independence

The final page focuses on identifying unhealthy relationship patterns and factors influencing independence.

Highlight: Key warning signs of unhealthy relationships include:

• Emotional manipulation
• Social isolation
• Trust issues
• Controlling behavior

The text emphasizes how various factors influence individual independence:

Example: Independence-influencing factors:

• Physical ability
• Life stage
• Health status
• Cultural and religious background

Definition: Independence in social development refers to an individual's ability to function autonomously while maintaining healthy social connections.

Page 1: Early Childhood Play Development and Friendships

The first page explores the fundamental stages of social development in infancy 0-2 years through play and early friendship formation.

Definition: Play stages progress from solitary to cooperative engagement, marking key developmental milestones in early childhood.

The text outlines three crucial play stages:

Example: Stage progression in play development:

• Solitary Play (0-2 years): Independent exploration
• Parallel Play (2-3 years): Playing alongside others
• Cooperative Play (4+ years): Interactive play with shared goals

Highlight: Language development is crucial for effective communication during cooperative play, enabling children to negotiate and establish rules.

Vocabulary: Sensorimotor stage (0-2 years) - A developmental period where infants learn through sensory experiences and motor actions.

The document emphasizes the importance of play in child development, particularly how different types of play support various developmental stages:

Example: Age-appropriate play activities:

• Sensorimotor stage: Playdough, finger painting, sensory exploration
• Pre-operational stage: Role-play, board games, outdoor exploration