Are more aware of other people's views. Are becoming more independent. Can plan and carry out activities and return to them the next day. May be very talkative. A growing vocabulary helps them express ideas.
Discussion is part of their learning.
Are becoming more skillful with tools such as scissors, pencils, hammers and sewing needles. Children ages 9-12 Tend to be more selective about what interests them. Are developing the ability to think about and solve problems in their heads. Do experiments, collect and organize data. Can begin to evaluate their own thought process and approach to solving problems.