Kindergarten Entry Level Skills

Readiness:
Writes first name using an upper case followed by all lower case letters
Recognizes name in print
Knows eight primary colors
Manages outer clothing
Handles bathroom needs independently
Exhibits functional pencil grip
Able to manage scissors
Able to separate from parent
Willingness to share
Follows simple directions
Verbalizes bathroom needs
Draws recognizable pictures
Recognizes colors
Knows personal information (birthday, address, telephone number)

Language Arts
Can differentiate numbers from letters
Able to sit and listen to a story
Knows letters in their name
Recites letters A-Z
Can recognize most upper and lower case letters

Math:
Knows four basic shapes
Reproduces four basic shapes
Recognizes numerals 0-10
Can count to 20
Understands position words (under, over, top, bottom, front, back, etc.)

Behavior Skills:
Takes turns
Considers others' feelings
Uses materials appropriately
Keeps hands to themselves
Listens while others speak
Cleans up after oneself
Participates in classroom activities
Shows respect for authority

 

 

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