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School Readiness Checklist

Use this comprehensive checklist to assess your child's kindergarten readiness across all developmental domains

Academic Readiness

Counting: Counts to 10 (may skip numbers)
Shape Recognition: Identifies circle, square, triangle
Color Recognition: Names 6+ basic colors
Letter Interest: Shows interest in letters and books
Pattern Recognition: Recognizes simple patterns
Size Concepts: Understands big/little, more/less
Pre-Writing: Makes marks intentionally, scribbles with purpose

Physical Development

Fine Motor: Uses crayons with emerging control
Gross Motor: Runs, jumps with both feet together
Climbing: Goes up/down stairs alternating feet
Balance: Stands on one foot for 2-3 seconds
Self-Help: Uses fork and spoon independently
Dressing: Puts on shoes (may need help with laces)

Social-Emotional

Play: Engages in parallel play, beginning cooperative play
Sharing: Beginning to share and take turns with support
Independence: Shows pride in accomplishments
Emotions: Uses words to express basic feelings
Separation: Separates from parents with minimal distress
Following Rules: Follows simple classroom rules with reminders

Communication

Vocabulary: Uses 1,000+ words clearly
Sentences: Speaks in 4-5 word sentences
Questions: Asks "why" and "how" questions frequently
Stories: Tells simple stories about experiences
Listening: Follows 2-step instructions
Conversation: Engages in back-and-forth conversation

Academic Readiness

Counting: Counts to 20, understands number sequence
Shape Recognition: Identifies circle, square, triangle, rectangle, oval
Letter Recognition: Recognizes 10+ uppercase letters
Name Writing: Writes first name (may not be perfect)
Sorting: Groups objects by color, size, or type
Patterns: Creates and extends simple patterns
Beginning Sounds: Recognizes some letter sounds

Physical Development

Fine Motor: Uses scissors to cut simple shapes
Gross Motor: Hops on one foot, pedals tricycle
Climbing: Goes up/down stairs independently
Balance: Walks on a balance beam
Self-Help: Buttons large buttons, zips jackets
Coordination: Catches a large ball with arms extended

Social-Emotional

Play: Engages in cooperative play with peers
Sharing: Shares toys and takes turns readily
Independence: Completes simple tasks independently
Problem Solving: Seeks adult help when needed
Attention: Focuses on activities for 10-15 minutes
Empathy: Shows concern for others' feelings

Communication

Vocabulary: Uses 1,500+ words clearly
Sentences: Speaks in complete sentences (5-6 words)
Questions: Asks complex questions about "why" and "how"
Stories: Tells stories with beginning, middle, and end
Rhyming: Recognizes and creates simple rhymes
Instructions: Follows 3-step instructions

Advanced Academic Skills

Reading: Knows letter names and sounds (phonics)
Writing: Writes letters and simple words
Math: Counts to 50+, recognizes patterns
Problem Solving: Uses strategies to solve challenges
Critical Thinking: Makes predictions and connections
Study Skills: Organizes materials and follows schedules
Technology: Uses educational apps/tools appropriately

School Readiness

Independence: Manages personal belongings
Social Skills: Initiates friendships appropriately
Attention: Sustains focus for 20+ minutes
Confidence: Shows eagerness to learn new things
Self-Regulation: Manages emotions and behavior
Following Directions: Follows multi-step classroom instructions
Transition Skills: Adapts to schedule changes

Leadership & Character

Helping Others: Assists classmates and teachers
Responsibility: Takes care of classroom materials
Respect: Shows respect for diverse perspectives
Perseverance: Continues trying when tasks are challenging
Communication: Expresses needs and ideas clearly
Conflict Resolution: Uses words to solve problems

Advanced Communication

Complex Language: Uses complex sentences and vocabulary
Storytelling: Creates detailed, imaginative stories
Reading Comprehension: Understands stories read aloud
Written Expression: Writes letters, lists, simple stories
Presentation Skills: Shares ideas in front of groups
Active Listening: Listens attentively during instruction

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