Search for ways to represent their ideas. Approximately 7 to 9 years Increased use of symbols, such as a cross for a church or dark colors to represent night, both in number and frequency. Improved eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills. Increased attention span. Begin to develop a sense of humor.
Children divide by gender in play.
Special characteristics are represented for each person or object. Greatly affected by peer influence. Increased amount of detail and use of symbols. Expanded individual differences. Beginning to develop a set of values.