I Am Thinking...
- My cognitive skills are becoming more sophisticated. My reasoning skills have further matured since middle school. I am better able to answer hypothetical questions. I can think abstractly and have the ability to explore ideas in depth. I can set and achieve long-term goals.
- My organizational skills have improved.
- I want to know how my studies connect to the broader human experience. I can imagine various possibilities to particular situations. I can identify consequences and rewards to various circumstances.
- I can be introspective and assess the quality of my work.
- I am interested in participating in adult roles and want to gain career skills.
- I understand that my behaviors come with consequences and/or rewards.
- See Milestones in Adolescent Development for more information.
Berkmanis Jēkabs (14 years), Kekava Art School, Kekava, Latvia. ICEFA Lidice, 42nd Exhibition. Honourable mention.
Big Ideas in Children's Artistic Development
