Which statement describes a typical four-year-old social development milestone?

• A. Prefers to play with other children rather than playing alone.
• B. Dresses and undresses self.
• C. Catch a bounced ball.
• D. Print numbers and letters.

Answer: (A)

At about four years old, children’s social development centers on increased interaction with peers and engaging in group or cooperative play. They begin to seek out friends, enjoy playing with others rather than alone, and start sharing, taking turns, and negotiating roles in pretend play. This shift demonstrates growing social competence and the ability to participate in simple social routines, which is why the statement about preferring to play with other children captures a typical four-year-old social milestone.

The other options illustrate skills in different areas. Dressing and undressing oneself reflects self-help and fine motor development, catching a bounced ball shows gross motor skills, and printing numbers and letters points to early literacy and cognitive development.