The nurse is teaching a parenting class. One of the topics is development. Which statement from a parent indicates more teaching is needed?
A) "The toddler may use parallel play."
B) "The preschooler has the ability to play in small groups."
C) "The school-aged child still needs total assistance in all safety activities."
D) "The toddler may have temper tantrums from parent's acting on safety rules."

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At this age (school-age), encourage children to take responsibility for their own safety.
The toddler continues to engage in solitary play but also begins to participate in parallel play, which is playing beside rather than with another child. The play of preschool children becomes more social after the third birthday as it shifts from parallel to associative play with others in small groups. The toddler's strong will is frequently exhibited in negative behavior when caregivers attempt to direct actions. Temper tantrums result when parental restrictions frustrate toddlers.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Parenting Class