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Growth & Development

Your 9–12-Year-Old: What to Expect and How to Support Them

Between ages 9 and 12, children grow in overlapping waves of physical, cognitive, and social change. Learn how to recognize broad developmental patterns and provide steady support through routines, conversation, and shared responsibility.

9-12 Years

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