A child is described as being between the age of an infant and adolescent. A person before they hit puberty they depend on an adult for basic needs such as shelter and food and protection.

Children are developing at a rapid rate. They are growing emotionally and socially. They are beginning to explore the world around them and learning a lot about it.

Childhood should be a time filled with joy and encouragement for their curiousity. It should be a time of exploration and adventure and growth and learning.