Konnor is an 8-year-old boy who loves putting things togethe…

Konnor is an 8-year-old boy who loves putting things together. He recently put together a 10-piece puzzle of a puppy. His mother acknowledged his achievement. Then, in order to continue challenging Konnor just beyond his current abilities, the next time they put a puzzle together, she gave him a 15-piece puzzle and offered some guidance on how to sort the pieces out. According to Vygotsky, Konnor’s mother provided__________ that allows his cognitive abilities to grow stronger and stronger.

Heather is visiting friends with her 7-month-old son, Jack….

Heather is visiting friends with her 7-month-old son, Jack. She puts Jack on the floor while talking with her friends. He begins to crawl around exploring the new environment and occasionally glances at Heather to ensure that she is close by. Which of the following concepts is exemplified by Jack’s behavior?

Keisha is an active 1-year-old child. She has an established…

Keisha is an active 1-year-old child. She has an established routine for playing, eating, and sleeping. Her mood is mostly positive. She readily approaches and adapts to new situations. According Chess and Thomas’s classification  of temperament in children, Keisha would be considered a(n)