PHASE GUIDES

Designed to help parents understand the unique development of their
child at every phase. Based on research done by ThinkOrange Phase Project and
the Phase Guide Book series.

Preschool

A blue and white flyer for new parents from Lakeland Community Church, offering a message of support and listing ways to build community.
An infographic about one-year-olds. It explains they form first impressions, need routines, learn to control their body, and seek to know 'Am I able?'.
A blue and white infographic about parenting two-year-olds, highlighting their desire for independence and the need for adults to embrace their physical needs.
An infographic in blue and white about the developmental stage of three-year-olds, highlighting their curiosity, learning style, and need for reassurance.
A blue and white infographic outlining the developmental characteristics of four-year-olds, including their curiosity, abilities, and what they want to know.

Elementary

An infographic with tips for parents of kindergarteners, highlighting that school is a big shift and the importance of parental engagement and attention.
A blue infographic with white text about the developmental stage of a first grader, emphasizing their motivation and need for parental attention and engagement.
A blue and white infographic titled 'Third Grade' that describes the developmental characteristics of third-grade children, including being driven by justice.
A blue infographic about fourth-grade children. It discusses how they are moved by discovery and gives parents tips on handling changes and friendships.
An infographic in shades of blue describing the social and emotional development of fifth graders, highlighting influences, new skills, and needs.

Middle School

A blue infographic about the sixth-grade experience, describing it as a time of crisis with hormones, social changes, and questions of personal identity.
An infographic on a blue background describing the eighth grade phase. It highlights an emerging sense of control and the key question, "What do I want to be?"

High School

An infographic in blue, black, and white detailing the challenges of ninth grade, including shifting friendships, self-discovery, and the search for belonging.
An infographic for parents about the twelfth grade, using blue and black graphics to describe the changes and anxieties seniors face before graduation.
An infographic describing eleventh graders. It says juniors want to matter and advises adults to create adventures and mobilize their potential.