This course will review brain development and look at expectations for children ages 6 to 12 years; look at the various learning styles; and review the norms of this age group and compare them to the elementary curriculum. Bullying and the surge of meanness will be discussed. The onset of preadolescence will be presented (yikes) and some of the variables of this stage will be presented. In addition, any topics that the attendees would like to discuss may be highlighted.