This week, the topic is development in the areas of gross motor, fine motor, and oral motor development. After completing your weekly text reading, reviewing the additional resources provided, and in doing your own outside research complete the following case study:

Step 1: Select a setting in which you can complete three 30-minute observations of children socially interacting. This can be a preschool, a playground, YMCA, Girl Scout or Boy Scout event, mall play area, etc. Students will complete three 30-minute observations of infants, toddlers, or preschoolers. Write detailed notes each day on all three of the following areas: gross motor, fine motor, and oral motor development

Observation 1

Date:      Time:    Location:

Observation 2

Date:      Time:    Location:

Observation 3

Date:      Time:    Location:

Detailed Notes to Include Everything You See and Hear

Detailed Notes to Include Everything You See and Hear

Detailed Notes to Include Everything You See and Hear

Step 2. Complete the graphic organizer below using the detailed notes above.

Observation 1

Skills Observed

Observation 2

Skills Observed

Observation 3

Skills Observed

Gross Motor:

Gross Motor:

Gross Motor:

Fine Motor:

Fine Motor:

Fine Motor:

Oral Motor:

Oral Motor:

Oral Motor:

Step 3: Compose a 1250-2000 word essay reflecting upon key concepts from this weeks assigned reading and what you learned about Gross Motor, Fine Motor, and Oral Motor Development, and key points learned from your observations. Your essay should include at least three (3) citations. The sections should be clearly marked with headings so that your instructor knows which points you are addressing. Follow the guidelines for APA writing style. The title page and references page do not count towards the minimum word amount for this assignment. from your observations. APA format and a minimum of three (3) professional references are required. Make sure to connect your observations to your weekly readings.