Grade Eight Developmental Characteristics:
- Seeking independence
- Attempting more responsibility
- Beginning to see the future as a reality and showing more active participation in development of future plans
- Expressing feelings openly, especially regarding fairness
- Seeking own identity and role models
- Beginning to understand the importance of considering needs of others but somewhat self-absorbed
- Refining organizational skills
- Desiring solitude, as well as enjoying increased time with peers
- Developing confidence when performing in front of peers