Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Child Development

Other Utah CTE sets

Students will evaluate parenting roles and responsibilities.  CD 1

  • 1

    Recognize the characteristics and responsibilities of parenting.  CD 1.1

    1. a

      Identify the importance of children in society. CD 1.1a

    2. b

      Evaluate the rights of children. CD 1.1b

    3. c

      Evaluate parenting responsibilities as they relate to children’s rights. CD 1.1c

    4. d

      Recognize that early childhood experiences impact individuals as adults. CD 1.1d

    5. e

      Evaluate factors to consider in determining personal preparedness for parenthood CD1.1e

    6. f

      Discuss ways parenting skills can be developed. CD 1.1f

    7. g

      Evaluate the demands and rewards of parenting. CD1.1g

    8. h

      Analyze the importance of literacy in building the parent/child relationship, as well as enhancing children’s areas of development (This standard may be integrated into strands 4, 5, & 6.) CD 1.1h

  • 2

    Explain the importance of nature and nurture.  CD 1.2

    1. a

      Discuss nature (genetics/heredity) and its implications. CD 1.2a

    2. b

      Evaluate the impact of nurturing upon all aspects of development. CD 1.2b

  • 3

    Identify factors influencing the development of self-concept.  CD 1.3

    1. a

      Define self-concept. CD 1.3a

    2. b

      Discuss ways self-concept impacts development CD 1.3b

    3. c

      Explore the four components of the self-concept cycle CD 1.3c

    4. d

      Identify the influences that affects the development of low and high self-concepts CD 1.3d

    5. e

      Discuss ways to promote positive self-concepts in children. CD 1.3e

Students will identify growth and development. (Standards may be integrated into each developmental age under Strands 4 and 5.)  CD 2

  • 1

    Identify patterns and areas of growth and development.  CD 2.1

    1. a

      Identify the basic concepts and patterns of growth and development CD 2.1a

    2. b

      Identify and analyze the five areas of development CD 2.1b

    3. c

      Describe the interrelationships between physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral aspects of developing the whole child CD 2.1c

  • 2

    Identify the characteristics of selected developmental theories.  CD 2.2

    1. a

      Recognize that the study of child development is based on research. CD 2.2a

Students will identify characteristics of birth defects, pregnancy, prenatal care and development, and childbirth.  CD 3

  • 1

    Identify genetic and environmental factors influencing birth defects and prenatal care.  CD 3.1

    1. a

      Analyze the influence and effects of genetics/heredity CD 3.1a

    2. b

      Define dominant and recessive genes. CD 3.1b

    3. c

      Specify lifestyle factors that minimize environmental birth defects. CD 3.1c

    4. d

      Identify the role of folic acid in the prevention of Spina Bifida CD 3.1d

    5. e

      Identify genetic and environmental factors influencing birth defects. CD 3.1e

    6. f

      Explain the role of prenatal testing in the detection of birth defects CD 3.1f

  • 2

    Identify the parts and functions of the female and male reproductive systems.  CD 3.2

    1. a

      Parts and functions of the female reproductive system CD 3.2a

    2. b

      Parts and functions of the male reproductive system CD 3.2b

  • 3

    Explain the characteristics of pregnancy.  CD 3.3

    1. a

      Analyze the health risk of teen pregnancy. CD 3.3a

    2. b

      Explain ovulation and conception CD 3.3b

    3. c

      Identify the early signs and symptoms of pregnancy. CD 3.3c

    4. d

      Identify common discomforts occurring during pregnancy. CD 3.3d

    5. e

      Identify potential pregnancy complications CD 3.3e

    6. f

      Discuss the importance of early and on-going prenatal care. CD 3.3f

  • 4

    Identify characteristics of prenatal development.  CD 3.4

    1. a

      Outline the stages occurring during prenatal development CD 3.4a

    2. b

      Define and discuss prenatal terminology CD 3.4b

    3. c

      Identify the prenatal development occurring during each trimester. CD 3.4c

    4. d

      Discuss multiple births CD 3.4d

  • 5

    List the events in the childbirth process.  CD 3.5

    1. a

      Define childbirth terms CD 3.5a

    2. b

      Outline the three stages of labor. CD 3.5b

    3. c

      Discuss delivery options. CD 3.5c

    4. d

      AnesthesiaCD 3.5d

    5. e

      Obstetrician: doctor trained to deliver the baby CD 3.5e

    6. f

      Describe possible complications that may occur during childbirth CD 3.5f

Students will explain the growth and development of the neonate (newborn) and infant.  CD 4

  • 1

    Describe the growth and development of the neonate (newborn).  CD 4.1

    1. a

      Identify the physical characteristics and needs of the neonate. CD 4.1a

    2. b

      The Newborn's Senses CD 4.1b

    3. c

      BehaviorCD 4.1c

    4. d

      Explain the Apgar test CD 4.1d

    5. e

      Identify the function of fontanels. CD 4.1e

  • 2

    Describe the growth and development of the infant.  CD 4.2

    1. a

      Define nurturing and bonding and discuss the importance of the bonding process CD 4.2a

    2. b

      Identify the physical development of the infant. CD 4.2b

    3. c

      Describe the emotional and social development of the infant. CD 4.2c

    4. d

      Describe the cognitive development of infants CD 4.2d

    5. e

      Examine the reasons for infant crying and how to meet those needs. CD 4.2e

    6. f

      Describe sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and prevention strategies. CD 4.2f

Students will explain the growth and development of toddlers and preschoolers.  CD 5

  • 1

    Describe the growth and development of the toddler.  CD 5.1

    1. a

      Describe the physical characteristics and skills of toddlers. CD 5.1a

    2. b

      Discuss the role of nutrition in physical development. CD 5.1b

    3. c

      Discuss readiness for appropriate toileting practices CD 5.1c

    4. d

      Describe the social and emotional characteristics of toddlers. CD 5.1d

    5. e

      Describe cognitive development of the toddler CD 5.1e

    6. f

      Describe language development during the toddler stage. CD 5.1f

    7. g

      Discuss the types and role of play for toddler age children. CD 5.1g

  • 2

    Describe the growth and development of the preschooler.  CD 5.2

    1. a

      Describe the physical characteristics and skills of the preschooler. CD 5.2a

    2. b

      Describe the social and emotional characteristics of the preschooler. CD 5.2b

    3. c

      Describe the cognitive development of the preschooler CD 5.2c

    4. d

      Discuss how to teach moral behavior to the preschooler. CD 5.2d

Students will practice age-appropriate positive guidance techniques and strategies for coping with challenging situations. (Standards may be integrated into each developmental age under Strands 4 and 5.)  CD 6

  • 1

    Analyze appropriate positive guidance techniques and identify parenting styles.  CD 6.1

    1. a

      Define guidance, discipline, and punishment. CD 6.1a

    2. b

      Distinguish between punishment and discipline/guidance techniques. CD 6.1b

    3. c

      Identify common reasons children misbehave. CD 6.1c

    4. d

      Discuss reasons and guidelines for setting limits. CD 6.1d

    5. e

      Compare natural and logical consequences. CD 6.1e

    6. f

      Discuss guidelines for using positive guidance techniques. CD 6.1f

  • 2

    Evaluate challenging situations and the skills needed to cope.  CD 6.2

    1. a

      Identify and discuss challenging situations which can cause stress in a child’s life CD 6.2a

    2. b

      Describe childhood feelings dealing with challenging situations and identify coping strategies. CD 6.2b

    3. c

      The 5 stages of grieving.CD 6.2c

    4. d

      Challenging financial, illness, and moving situations CD 6.2d

    5. e

      Divorce CD 6.2e

    6. f

      Death CD 6.2f

    7. g

      List and define the types of abuse CD 6.2g

    8. h

      Discuss reporting procedures for abuse CD 6.2h

Students will examine issues related to the health and wellness of children. (Standards may be integrated into each developmental age under Strands 4 and 5.)  CD 7

  • 1

    Identify health and wellness considerations for infants through preschoolers.  CD 7.1

    1. a

      Identify signs and symptoms of childhood illnesses. CD 7.1a

    2. b

      Summarize basic information about childhood immunizations CD 7.1b

    3. c

      Identify basic first aid practices for bumps, bruises, burns, and bleeding CD 7.1c

  • 2

    Identify safety consideration for infants through preschoolers.  CD 7.2

    1. a

      Discuss the importance of car seats. CD 7.2a

    2. b

      List appropriate child proofing strategies. CD 7.2b

    3. c

      Toys CD 7.2c

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and VOCATIONALTRAINING
Where can I read the official document?
Utah Standards

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