While behavioral differences can be seen at any age, they are more noticeable at age nine. Mood swings may vary widely from timid to bold, from cheerful to grumpy. Applies academic skills to everyday life, such as using math skills to plan a purchase of a wanted item or reading books fro entertainment and information. Enjoys making inventories and checklists and love to collect things. Girls are beginning to show physical signs and an awareness of approaching puberty.
Boys show few signs are far less concern about physical maturity.
Enjoys reading or being read stories of adventure and mystery. Biographies of famous people are a favorite too. Is more interested in learning facts and memorizing than finding explanations. Is partial to outdoor activities such as baseball, bicycling, skating, climbing, and most of all, running. Forming, planning and joining a club are high on the list of favorite things.