1.9: Developmental Checklist
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\(\newcommand{\avec}{\mathbf a}\) \(\newcommand{\bvec}{\mathbf b}\) \(\newcommand{\cvec}{\mathbf c}\) \(\newcommand{\dvec}{\mathbf d}\) \(\newcommand{\dtil}{\widetilde{\mathbf d}}\) \(\newcommand{\evec}{\mathbf e}\) \(\newcommand{\fvec}{\mathbf f}\) \(\newcommand{\nvec}{\mathbf n}\) \(\newcommand{\pvec}{\mathbf p}\) \(\newcommand{\qvec}{\mathbf q}\) \(\newcommand{\svec}{\mathbf s}\) \(\newcommand{\tvec}{\mathbf t}\) \(\newcommand{\uvec}{\mathbf u}\) \(\newcommand{\vvec}{\mathbf v}\) \(\newcommand{\wvec}{\mathbf w}\) \(\newcommand{\xvec}{\mathbf x}\) \(\newcommand{\yvec}{\mathbf y}\) \(\newcommand{\zvec}{\mathbf z}\) \(\newcommand{\rvec}{\mathbf r}\) \(\newcommand{\mvec}{\mathbf m}\) \(\newcommand{\zerovec}{\mathbf 0}\) \(\newcommand{\onevec}{\mathbf 1}\) \(\newcommand{\real}{\mathbb R}\) \(\newcommand{\twovec}[2]{\left[\begin{array}{r}#1 \\ #2 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\ctwovec}[2]{\left[\begin{array}{c}#1 \\ #2 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\threevec}[3]{\left[\begin{array}{r}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\cthreevec}[3]{\left[\begin{array}{c}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\fourvec}[4]{\left[\begin{array}{r}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \\ #4 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\cfourvec}[4]{\left[\begin{array}{c}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \\ #4 \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\fivevec}[5]{\left[\begin{array}{r}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \\ #4 \\ #5 \\ \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\cfivevec}[5]{\left[\begin{array}{c}#1 \\ #2 \\ #3 \\ #4 \\ #5 \\ \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\mattwo}[4]{\left[\begin{array}{rr}#1 \amp #2 \\ #3 \amp #4 \\ \end{array}\right]}\) \(\newcommand{\laspan}[1]{\text{Span}\{#1\}}\) \(\newcommand{\bcal}{\cal B}\) \(\newcommand{\ccal}{\cal C}\) \(\newcommand{\scal}{\cal S}\) \(\newcommand{\wcal}{\cal W}\) \(\newcommand{\ecal}{\cal E}\) \(\newcommand{\coords}[2]{\left\{#1\right\}_{#2}}\) \(\newcommand{\gray}[1]{\color{gray}{#1}}\) \(\newcommand{\lgray}[1]{\color{lightgray}{#1}}\) \(\newcommand{\rank}{\operatorname{rank}}\) \(\newcommand{\row}{\text{Row}}\) \(\newcommand{\col}{\text{Col}}\) \(\renewcommand{\row}{\text{Row}}\) \(\newcommand{\nul}{\text{Nul}}\) \(\newcommand{\var}{\text{Var}}\) \(\newcommand{\corr}{\text{corr}}\) \(\newcommand{\len}[1]{\left|#1\right|}\) \(\newcommand{\bbar}{\overline{\bvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\bhat}{\widehat{\bvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\bperp}{\bvec^\perp}\) \(\newcommand{\xhat}{\widehat{\xvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\vhat}{\widehat{\vvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\uhat}{\widehat{\uvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\what}{\widehat{\wvec}}\) \(\newcommand{\Sighat}{\widehat{\Sigma}}\) \(\newcommand{\lt}{<}\) \(\newcommand{\gt}{>}\) \(\newcommand{\amp}{&}\) \(\definecolor{fillinmathshade}{gray}{0.9}\)Development Checklist for Newborns through Preschool Age
This development checklist is designed for use in an early childhood education setting, tracking key milestones for children from birth through preschool age. It helps caregivers and teachers monitor developmental progress in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social domains. Each section is divided by age group, with specific milestones to observe and track.
Please use the checkboxes to indicate whether a child has reached each milestone. If a child has not yet met a milestone, make a note to monitor progress or plan for support as needed.
Newborn to 3 Months
❏ Lifts head briefly when lying on tummy
❏ Responds to sound by startling or calming
❏ Makes eye contact and follows moving objects
❏ Begins to smile at familiar faces
❏ Opens and closes fists
❏ Tracks moving objects with eyes
❏ Turns head towards familiar voices
❏ Coos and makes gurgling sounds
4 to 6 Months
❏ Rolls over from tummy to back
❏ Reaches for and grasps objects
❏ Laughs and makes cooing sounds
❏ Shows curiosity about surroundings
❏ Transfers objects from one hand to the other
❏ Supports weight on legs when held upright
❏ Enjoys looking at self in a mirror
❏ Responds to facial expressions
7 to 9 Months
❏ Sits without support
❏ Responds to own name
❏ Babbles chains of sounds (e.g., 'ba-ba')
❏ Displays separation anxiety with parents
❏ Crawls or scoots to move around
❏ Uses thumb and finger to pick up small objects
❏ Understands the word 'no'
❏ Plays peek-a-boo or similar games
10 to 12 Months
❏ Pulls to stand and cruises along furniture
❏ Points to objects of interest
❏ Uses gestures like waving 'bye-bye'
❏ Explores objects in new ways (e.g., banging, shaking)
❏ Says simple words like 'mama' or 'dada' with intent
❏ Begins to show preference for certain toys
❏ Looks at pictures in books
❏ Imitates simple actions and sounds
12 to 18 Months
❏ Takes first steps independently
❏ Says basic words like 'mama' or 'dada'
❏ Shows interest in playing with others
❏ Begins to follow simple directions
❏ Feeds self with fingers or spoon
❏ Claps hands and plays pat-a-cake
❏ Points to body parts when asked
❏ Enjoys scribbling with crayons
18 to 24 Months
❏ Kicks a ball forward
❏ Uses two-word phrases (e.g., 'want cookie')
❏ Engages in pretend play
❏ Demonstrates increasing independence
❏ Builds towers with blocks
❏ Shows interest in helping with household tasks
❏ Recognizes self in the mirror
❏ Begins to run and climb
2 to 3 Years
❏ Runs easily and climbs furniture
❏ Speaks in short sentences
❏ Participates in group activities
❏ Begins to take turns with others
❏ Sorts objects by shape and color
❏ Uses pronouns correctly (e.g., 'I,' 'me')
❏ Follows simple stories in books
❏ Enjoys pretend play with others
3 to 4 Years
❏ Hops on one foot
❏ Uses pronouns correctly
❏ Understands basic concepts like 'big' and 'small'
❏ Displays empathy towards others
❏ Draws simple shapes and figures
❏ Counts to five or higher
❏ Tells stories or describes events
❏ Identifies colors by name
4 to 5 Years
❏ Draws recognizable shapes and objects
❏ Counts objects and recognizes numbers
❏ Plays cooperatively with peers
❏ Follows multi-step instructions
❏ Ties shoes or zips clothing with help
❏ Writes some letters or numbers
❏ Knows full name and age
❏ Engages in conversations using complete sentences
Note
This checklist provides general examples of developmental milestones and is not intended to be exhaustive. Each child develops at their own pace, and variations are normal. If a parent or guardian has concerns about their child's development, they are encouraged to take this checklist to their healthcare provider or pediatrician for further discussion and evaluation.