Sample Assessment Checklist for Preschoolers

Can express needs and wants verbally

Shows empathy and understanding of others' feelings

Participates in group activities willingly

Can share toys and materials with peers

Follows simple rules and instructions

Recognizes basic shapes and colors

Can count to at least 10

Understands concepts of "same" and "different"

Engages in simple pretend play

Completes puzzles with 5-10 pieces

Can follow simple 2-step directions

Participates in simple conversations

Uses age-appropriate sentence structure

Understands basic prepositions (in, on, under)

Can recite simple rhymes or songs

Can hop on one foot

Throws and catches a ball effectively

Draws a person with basic features

Uses scissors to cut along a line

Can balance on a beam or line

Dresses independently with minimal assistance

Uses utensils appropriately for eating

Brushes teeth with guidance

Indicates toileting needs and uses the toilet

Washes hands without assistance