The four domains of development each effect the learning environment in a different but equal way. This is especially true for the elementary group of ages 6 to 12. Socially, friends and relationships become very important. Students seek friends who are similar in appearance and social status. It is hard for these children to adjust to others who are unlike themselves.
Physical appearance becomes very important for peer acceptance.
As future teachers we must encourage diverse interaction among students. Emotions play a number of important functions in the life of a child. Adaptive functions, means of communication, social relationships, motivators, as well as source of pleasure and pain are a few examples. A classroom should be a safe place for students to practice their temperament and anger management. Physical characteristics of this age group are changing constantly.