Social Development by Grade Article Archive

• High School: What To Expect in 12th GradeSeniors often struggle to stay motivated as they near the end of high school and look toward college.
• High School: What To Expect in 11th GradeJunior year is about preparing for college and learning to drive.
• High School: What To Expect in 10th GradeSophomores have more choices at school and may need help to stay focused.
• High School: What To Expect in 9th GradeFreshman year is about adjusting to high school and choosing an academic track.
• 8th Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectIn 8th grade, kids enjoy being the oldest students in school and look forward to the increased freedoms of high school.
• 7th Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectThe beginning of the teenage years is a confusing time for many adolescents—and for parents trying to understand their behavior.
• 6th Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectThis is a year of transitions, from the physical and emotional changes of adolescence to the new environment of middle school.
• 5th Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectKids of this age are seeking more privacy and independence, but they still need their parents to be involved and to set boundaries.
• 3rd Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectAt this age, friendships and interests outside the family start becoming more important.
• 4th Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectSocializing with friends and getting involved in activities outside of school are a big part of being a 4th grader.
• 2nd Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectKids in 2nd grade become more independent at home and school and more selective about the friends they make.
• 1st Grade Social Changes: What To ExpectObservant 1st graders love to share their developing sense of humor.
• Kindergarten Social Changes: What To ExpectFor kindergartners, school is all about having fun and making friends.