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SESSION 11: KNOWING AND UNDERSTANDING (PARTCHILD
(DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN)
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Session 11
OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are set for Session 11:
At the end of the session the women should
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be able to understand what the development tasks of the different age groups
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have knowledge of what the role of the parent or caregiver is in the development
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know what it means if a child is resilient.
are;
of the child; and
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 will be needed for this session:
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Paper and pen to take the register and for notes on the session.
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Flip chart, whiteboard markers and stand
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Dolls/puppets/pictures that resemble different age groups, e.g. baby in a crib; if
possible girl and boy dolls.
CORE CONCEPTS
The following are core concepts that should be addressed during this session:
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Developmental stages
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Role of the parent or caregiver in a child's development
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Resilience in children
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Intervention Programme for the ENHANCEMENT OF CHILDREN'S RESILIENCE
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