Children begin developing at birth and continue to adulthood. The successful completion of developmental milestones helps your child reach her full potential.

Normally, a girl begins to develop pubic hair between 10 and 11 years old. However, some medical conditions can cause young girls to exhibit early signs of puberty before the age of 8.

Learning is the process of absorbing new information in a meaningful way and putting it to use. Children and young adults learn a large portion of their knowledge at school.

From birth to young adulthood, children have a life separate from their physical being. The stages and ways children learn follow the physical milestones of development, with babies learning by using their senses and children in school learning by experience, trial and observation.

Early childhood education can impact a child's academic success and reduce incidences of crime and delinquency, according to professor W. Steven Barnett, author of "Preschool Education and Its Lasting Effects: Research and Policy Implications," published by the National Institute for Early Education Research.

As you bring home your new infant, you may be surprised at how fast he seems to grow. Your baby will continue to develop socially, emotionally and physically and will develop a strong understanding of language. You can help your child grow by consistently interacting with him.

A child between the ages of 7 and 12 years is fairly independent when it comes to physical activities, and his coordination and stability continue to improve over time. His body is also going through many physical changes as he prepares to enter his teenage years.