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Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Results



Fine Motor Skills
Yes
Not Yet

1. Puts a 10- to 12- piece puzzle together
 
 
2. Holds scissors correctly
 
 
3. Holds a pencil or crayon properly
 
 

Gross Motor Skills
Yes
Not Yet

1. Runs, jumps and skips
 
 
2. Walks backwards
 
 
3. Walks up and down stairs
 
 

Social Skills
Yes
Not Yet

1. Uses words instead of being physical when angry
 
 
2. Speaks clearly where an adult can understand him/her
 
 
3. Plays with other children
 
 
4. Follows simple directions
 
 
5. Expresses feelings and needs
 
 
6. Goes to the bathroom by him/herself
 
 
7. Waits his/her turn and shares
 
 
8. Talks in sentences
 
 
9. Asks questions about things around him/her
 
 
10. Enjoys having books read to him/her
 
 
11. Can tell a story about a past event
 
 
12. Says "please" and "thank you"
 
 
13. Can spend extended periods away from mom and dad
 
 

Academic Skills
Yes
Not Yet

1. Recognizes shapes (square, circle, triangle, rectangle)
 
 
2. Can sort items by color, shape and size
 
 
3. Can identify six parts of his/her body
 
 
4. Understands concept words such as up, down, in, out, behind, over
 
 
5. Counts from 1 to 10
 
 
6. Recognizes five colors
 
 
7. Tries to write his/her name
 
 
8. Recognizes his/her written name
 
 

Personal Information
Yes
Not Yet

1. Knows his/her full name
 
 
2. Knows how old he/she is
 
 
3. Knows his/her address and telephone number
 
 
4. Knows his/her mother and father's first names
 
 


Remember, all children are different. You know your child best, and only you can determine if they are ready to start kindergarten. Trust your instincts. Be sure to read Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten? for more information on what your child should know before starting school.

All states have different requirements for children entering kindergarten. Check with the school administration in your area to see what is required of your child. If your child has not mastered at least half of these skills, it's a good idea to talk with the kindergarten teachers at the school your child will be attending. Tell them your concerns and ask their opinion. Take of a copy of this checklist with you so they can see in what areas your child is struggling. Be sure to check out our Preparing for Kindergarten Worksheets to use with your child in preparing for school.