developmental

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She helps them recognize developmental moments, such as when a child turns a book upright on their own upon realizing it’s upside down, signaling letter recognition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Impaired immune function, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, delayed physical development, poor muscle tone, structural issues with face, decreased lifespan, etc.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Despite having a bachelor's degree in education with additional learning needs and inclusion and a master's degree in developmental and therapeutic play, Sophie has spent the past year fielding rejection emails.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

She added: "It's just a lovely atmosphere and the children learn a lot and it's brilliant for the developmental language and social skills."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“This boy appears to have some kind of developmental delay,” Peter Van Houten said to Lidewij.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green