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Early childhood refers to the developmental stage of life from birth to around age 6. During this time, significant growth and learning occur, laying the foundation for future cognitive, emotional, and social development.
This term refers to a specific window of time during early childhood when certain skills or abilities must be acquired for optimal development.
Sensitive Period: A sensitive period is a timeframe during which an individual is most receptive to learning specific skills or knowledge.
Maturation refers to the biological processes that unfold naturally over time, leading to typical physical and mental development in children.