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Growth trajectory

生长轨迹

The pattern of body measurements over time.

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64 · Child growth, movement and language

Growth changes body size; development changes abilities and function. They interact but are not interchangeable. Repeated observation and suitable learning opportunities help identify support needs rather than rank children.

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