A form of assistance that supports and furthers understanding in the learner

Language that is spoken in a higher pitch than normal, with dimple words and sentences

This person believed that stages of development unfold through maturation, and that children construct knowledge through interactions

A person’s overall evaluation of self-worth

The most common form of child maltreatment

The cognitive milestone that occurs when babies develop the understanding that objects and people continue to exist when they can’t be seen

A theoretical biological gift that makes it possible for children to acquire language easily, especially syntax

This person believed that social interactions are the primarily influence on development

A person’s evaluation of his/her specific skills

Anything that can potentially cause a birth defect or alter cognitive or behavioral outcomes after birth

What a child can learn with the assistances of an adult or more-skilled peer

The smallest unit of meaning in a language

This person created a six-stage theory of moral development based on reasoning

The ability to perceive another person’s point of view

An unselfish interest in helping another person

The mental “tool bench” where individuals assemble and manipulate information

The way words are combined to form acceptable phrases and sentences; grammar

This school of thought places an emphasis on scientific research and conditioning as a learning mode.

Reacting to another’s feelings with an emotional response similar to the other’s feelings

A restrictive, punitive style of parenting where firm limits and controls are placed on children, often without explanation

Adjusting schemes to fit new information and experiences.

The meaning of words and sentences

This person created a social cognitive theory that emphasizes self-regulation as the basis for moral behavior.

An unselfish interest in helping another person

A style of parenting which encourages independence but still places limits and controls on actions