Session 12
SESSION 12:
KNOWING AND UNDERSTANDING MY CHILD
(DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN) (PART 2)
OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are set for Session 12:
At the end of the session the women should
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be able to understand what child-developmental tasks are expected of the different
age groups;
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have knowledge of what the role of the parent or caregiver is in the development
of a child; and
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know what the developmental assets are for children between the ages of 6 and
18.
PREPARATION
Prepare for the discussion. It is important that you take yourself mentally through the
process of the type of questions that can be raised and reflect on how to facilitate the
group, so that the core concepts can be addressed. Allow the group to discuss uncertainties
they have about being a parent.
MATERIALS
The following materials will be needed for this session:
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Paper and pen for notes in the session
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Whiteboard and permanent markers
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Invoice book and money for travelling expenses
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Dolls/puppets/pictures that resemble different age groups, eg a teenage girl and
boy.
CORE CONCEPTS
The following are core concepts that should be addressed during this session:
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Role of parent or caregiver in a child's development
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Developmental assets for children aged 6 to 18
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The resilience of children between the ages of 6 and 18 years
OUTLINE OF THE SESSION
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Acknowledge the group, welcoming and apologies.
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Open the group session with a prayer/poem. Before
commencing with the group session, briefly discuss
the previous session.
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