In relation to Piaget's theory, describe the concrete operational stage (7-11 years old).

The concrete operational stage is characterised by the ability to think logically when using concrete materials. This marks another advance in children's thinking (Flavell, Miller & Miller, 2002). Concrete operational learners also overcome some of the egocentrism of preoperational thinkers. They are able to understand the perspectives of storybook characters and better understand the view of others, which makes them better able to work effectively in groups.