Tattling is a common way to attract adult attention in the early years of middle childhood. Inner control is being formed and practiced each time decisions are made. Around age 6-8, children may still be afraid of monsters and the dark. These are replaced later by fears of school or disaster and confusion over social relationships. To win, lead, or to be first is valued.
Children try to be the boss and are unhappy if they lose.
Children's feelings get hurt easily. There are mood swings, and children often don't know how to deal with failure. Physical Development Growth is slower than in preschool years, but steady. Eating may fluctuate with activity level. Some children have growth spurts in the later stages of middle childhood.