Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Use this checklist to help you decide.
Colors and Shapes
• Recognizes and names the colors (red, blue, green, orange, yellow, purple,
brown black)
• Recognizes the shapes (circle, square, rectangle, triangle)
Numbers
• Counts orally 1 to 10
• Recognizes the numbers 1-10
• Practices saying address and telephone number
Reading Readiness
• Pronounces own first name
• Pronounces own last name
• Recites or sings the alphabet
• Is familiar with nursery rhymes
• Is able to sit in a chair for an extended period of time
• Recognizes most letters
Writing Skills
• Writes own first name
• Traces shapes and letters
• Attempts to write letters
• Draws a person
Listening and Sequencing
• Follows simple directions
• Listens to a short story
Motor Skills
• Buttons
• Zips coat and pants
• Cuts simple shapes
• Uses glue
• Practices tying shoes
Social Skills
• Can be away from Mom and/or Dad
• Plays well with other children
• Has a 10-15 minute attention span to complete an activity
