Identifying Normal Development in School-Age Children

As children enter the school-age stage (6 to 12 years), they undergo various physical, cognitive, and social-emotional changes. It is essential for parents and caregivers to support healthy development during this stage. A 7-year-old child comes to a well-child visit with their parent. The parent expresses concern that their child is not doing well academically and seems to be struggling with reading. Which of the following behaviors might indicate that the child is experiencing a normal developmental transition for their age?