c h i l d d e v e l o p m e n t charts
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Each part of this circle shows a different area of development. The pictures and words are examples of
skills that many children have when they are 5 years old.
Physical
copies simple
shapes
follows simple
directions
Mental
does
simple
puzzles
easily walks
backward
hops on one foot
5
years
old
understands
counting
talks about what
he has done
I fell in
the water.
plays with other children understands rules
expresses
many
feelings
I’m sad.
I’m sorry.
Social
What’s
making that
noise?
What do
they look
like?
asks many
questions
Communication
Children who cannot do 2 skills in any part of the circle will benefit from activities that help children
develop in that area, but the pictures are only examples of skills. For example, in the Social part of
the circle: Your child does not have to be listening to a teacher. The question to ask yourself is if your
child understands rules like other children do.
Keep in mind that a child will learn best by doing activities that other children the
same age do in your community.
helping children who are blind