School-Age Development: Social Skills

During the school-age years, children experience significant physical, cognitive, and social development. One important aspect of this development is the formation of a sense of competence and achievement through various activities. At this stage, children typically engage in team sports, academic challenges, and artistic pursuits. This is often influenced by their interactions with peers and feedback from adults.

As a nurse educating parents about their child's growth during the school-age years (6-12 years), fill in the blank with the developmental milestone related to their social skills. School-age children often begin to form friendships and engage in cooperative play, which helps them develop a sense of belonging and emotional support. The blank to fill in is about the important social skill that develops during this period: School-age children typically develop the ability to __________.