Four Year

• Count by rote to 20; understand quantity concepts to 10
• Know name, address and telephone number
• Distinguish the likeness and differences in sounds
• Recognize the directional skill for reading (left to right
• Recognize and name shapes (circle, square, rectangle and triangle
• Recognize and name 8 colors; recognize numerals 1 - 10
• Speak in proper sentences and clearly so others understand
• Be able to share experiences with the class and tell a story in proper sequence
• Listen to a story for 10 minutes with comprehension
• Listen to and follow 3 directional commands
• Understand all relational terms (behind, between, through, in, out, etc.)
• Enjoy singing and taking part in musical activities
• Know letter sounds; recognize rhyming words

WORK HABITS

• Make good use of time
• Choose a variety of work; work without disturbing others
• Do tasks carefully and neatly; complete tasks
• Clean up after work and play
• Follow directions
• Work independently

PERSONAL HABITS

• Attend to personal needs with little assistance
• Fasten jacket or coat
• Take responsibility for own belongings
• Try new foods, have acceptable table manners

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

• Claim only fair share of attention
• Accept and respect authority, accept constructive criticism
• Share with friends
• Listen when others speak, talk and laugh softly
• Meet people without shyness
• Attend to own business - not others

physical development

• Use scissors and crayons properly
• Alternate feet on the stairs
• Bounce and catch a ball
• Pump a swing, begin to jump rope