Children’s Growth and Development

Question # 4-Describe in a 2-3 paragraph essay, the interrelationship of health, safety and nutrition on children’s growth and development. Be specific as you describe how each impacts a child’s growth and development. Think about what happens when a child doesn’t have access to one or the other. Provide examples to strengthen your statements. Hint! Think back to your HSN Interrelationship Scenario assignment you completed at the beginning of this class and my comments about your answer!

This answer is worth 10 points.

Grading Rubric:

Yes

Partial

No

Clear, thought-out response demonstrating knowledge of how safety, (risks and dangers) may affect a child’s growth & development.

2

1

0

Clear, thought-out response demonstrating knowledge of how lack of access to proper health may impact a child’s growth & development.

2

1

0

Clear, thought-out response demonstrating knowledge of the impact of nutrition on the child’s growth & development.

2

1

0

Clear, thought-out response explaining the interrelationship of all three aspects relative to a child’s overall well-being.

4

2-3

1-0