For Educators

Age 3-4 Age Level Targets

1	Seeing Clearly My eyes correctly respond to the “H”, cross, near-far, field of vision, and distant details tests.
2	Naming Letter Shapes I identify and name all the letters in my first name (6-7 letters).
3	Matching Letter Shapes I correctly match letters in similar shape families: a-c-e-o-s; b-d-g-p-q; h-m-n-r-u.
4	Recognizing Sight Words I recognize the meaning of labels on 5 common objects in my home.
5	Singing, Chanting, Rhyming I sing/chant ABC and number songs independently. I can recite 4-5 rhymes.
6	Saying Letter Sounds I say the sounds of all the letters in my first name (6-7).
7	Saying Sounds in Words I repeat the beginning sound of words. I clap or jump the syllables in familiar words, with assistance. I make up nonsense rhymes.
8	Comprehending Books I anticipate what comes next in familiar books during our 20 minute reading time. I give 3-4 word responses to “What” and “How” questions.
9	Knowing Print Concepts I know 15 print concepts: the prior 10, plus (1) first page, (2) last page, (3) print represents spoken sounds, (4) meaning comes from words, (5) pictures help meaning.
10	Hearing Spoken Words I hear my parents speak to me about 30 times an hour.
11	Developing Verbal Skills I say 4-6 word sentences. I understand 3,000-4,000 words. I accurately repeat sounds I hear in words. I ask and answer questions.
12	Printing First Name I print or copy some letters in my first name. I pretend to write on paper.

13	Counting I count in order to 10. I show my age with my fingers.
14	Matching Number Shapes I match number shapes from 1 to 9.
15	Copying and Tracing I trace and/or copy letters, numbers and simple geometric shapes.
16	Geometric Shapes I match and name 12 shapes: line, curve, circle, square, rectangle, triangle, diamond (rhombus), oval (ellipse), pentagon, octagon, star, heart.
17	Naming Colors I know 9 colors: red, blue, yellow, green, orange, purple, brown, black, white.
18	Sorting Items I sort quickly by color and shape. I order items from large to small.
19	Adding - Subtracting I recognize groups of objects to 6. I know greater than, less than, equal to. I can do simple addition and subtraction with objects.
20	Making Patterns I begin to copy patterns and create 2-step color patterns (AB, AB) and 3-step sound sequences (ABC, ABC).
21	Spatial Relationships I know 20 prepositions and do simple puzzles.

22	Relating to Others I play cooperatively with other children. I am learning to share.
23	Increasing Attention Span I accomplish simple tasks through sustained effort.
24	Following Directions I easily remember and follow 2-step instructions. I understand basic safety rules.
25	Taking Responsibility I help dress myself, put toys away and do simple chores. I take care of my toileting and hygiene needs.
26	Developing Emotional Well-being I name and often express emotions appropriately. I am learning not to hurt others.