This collection of student work is from Frank Keim's classes. He wants to share these works for others to use as an example of culturally-based curriculum and documentation. These documents have been OCR-scanned and are available for educational use only.
Becomes more socially independent; choose his own
friends.
May feel less jealous of siblings as outside interests
become more important.
Is still egocentric, but is becoming interested in group
activities.
May still have a hard time waiting in taking turns.
Wants desperately to be right and to win.
Tattles often to check sense of right and wrong.
Is full of energy and ready for new challenges.
Wants all of everything; making choices is difficult.
May have nightmares.
7 YEARS
May seem withdrawn and moody.
Likes to spend time alone or in the background.
May feel that everyone is against him or her.
Wants and needs approval of adults and peers.
Is very conscientious; strives hard to please.
Is sensitive and hurt by criticism.
8 YEARS
Shows more spirit; is willing to try just about
anything.
May turn to tears and self-criticism upon failure, but
recovers quickly.
Is able to get along well with others.
Chooses companions of same sex and same age.
Is very sensitive to what others think.
Shows intense interest in groups.
Wants to look like and act like peers.
Enjoys group activities in organizations and in own secret
clubs.
Chooses a best friend but may change best friends often.
9 YEARS
Is relatively quiet.
Worries about everything.
Complaints a lot.
Has definite likes and dislikes.
Begins a new drive for independence; resents being "bossed"
by parents.
Knows right from wrong; will accept blame when necessary,
but offers no excuses.
Shows increased interest in friends and decreased interest
in family.
Is interested in group's activities and concerns.
10 YEARS
Is happy with life in general.
Likes people and is liked by others.
Is dependable and cooperative.
Obeys adults easily and naturally.
Likes to accept responsibility and tries to do things
well.
Likes praise and encouragement.
Still has strong group spirit, but it may be
diminishing.
May begin to show more loyalty to a best friend and to the
group, especially girls.
May enjoy being part of a team.
11 to 12 YEARS
Is less self-centered.
May express great enthusiasm.
Likes to plan and to execute plans for the group.
Is willing to reach out to others for friendship.
Has improved social skills.
May show more tact, especially with friends.
Is patient and friendly with youngsters.
May become moody if puberty has begun.
May show signs of emotional turmoil if puberty has
begun.
Has strong desire to conform to peers' ways of dressing and
behaving.
In general, the school age years are full of fun
and activity.
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This collection of student work is from Frank Keim's classes. He wants to share these works for others to use as an example of culturally-based curriculum and documentation. These documents have been OCR-scanned and are available for educational use only.
