The speed of learning of children in this age group is incredible. Why? What’s this? Can I help? Their questions are endless. They love getting their hands dirty, they enjoy understanding what’s happening around them, and how things function.
This Kid’s Magazine is full of stories about scientists and their discoveries, art and craft activities, our environment, stories about animals, birds and trees, inspiring personalities and their work. 4- to 6-year-olds enjoy such stories. They start understanding what’s right and wrong, learn new words, and learn to express their thoughts clearly.
Children in this age group should not be exposed to more than 1 hour of screen time per day. During this hour, TV screens are more preferred than Mobile screens. To ensure children watch age-appropriate content, parents or other responsible adults should accompany them. A TV time schedule should be fixed. Children should not watch TV soaps with their grandparents as unwanted feelings of hatred, anger can get passed on to children.
This is the age when the weight, height and strength of children increases. Intake of proteins and vitamins is important.
Children in this age group need 12 hours of sleep. Enzymes necessary for the growth of children are produced during sleep. Children may take one nap during the day and sleep continuously at night.