ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT (by end of year)

• Reads phonetically and is gaining fluency.
• Reads many words by sight.
• Reads long vowels and vowel and consonant digraphs.
• Composes sentences and/or stories by spelling phonetically.
• Identifies and writes numerals to 100.
• Counts orally to 100 and beyond.
• Counts orally by 5's to 100.
• Counts orally by 2's to 20.
• Can add and subtract on paper to 20.
• Can create visual patterns.
• Can create, read, and interpret picture and bar graphs.
• Uses reasoning skills and is an independent learner.

  SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

• Does not invade ther personal space of others.
• Uses words to express feelings and can resolve conflict before resorting to teacher intervention.
• Plays and works independently, as well as in groups.
• Can problem solve independently, as well as in groups.
• Willingly takes turns and cooperates with peers.
• Is accountable for the effects of words and actions upon others.

  EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Is sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
• Can give and receive instruction from peers.
• Can recognize and discuss feelings.
• Takes ownership of learning choices.
• Begins to understand the nature of competition.
• Is self-directed and can complete tasks without prompting.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and feels confident in trying new things.
• Can listen and follow directions without prompting.

  PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

• Ties shoes, fastens snaps, buttons, zippers, etc.
• Participates and enjoys P.E. classes.
• No longer needs to nap in the afternoon.
• Plays confidently on age-appropriate playground equipment.