Which of the following is not a reason for why peers are important in middle childhood?

A) They help in socializing children
B) They are of a different generation and have different perspectives than parents
C) They have different skills and competencies than parents
D) They encourage children to overcome parental restrictions with little resistance as possible.

Peer Importance

Peer Importance is the significance and influence that peers and social groups have on an individual's attitudes, behavior, and personal development, particularly during adolescence.

Socializing Children

The process by which children learn the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society.

Parental Restrictions

Guidelines or rules set by parents to regulate children's behavior, often intended to protect the child's wellbeing and promote positive development.