Here is another learning activity adapted from our “Home Preschool Curriculum” developed by Fran Wisniewski and Diane Flynn Keith for UniversalPreschool.com.
Remember, only do these learning activities if they are enjoyable for you and your child. Do not treat this as a “must do” lesson. It’s simply a fun activity that provides an opportunity to learn, while building “readiness skills” for the school or homeschool environment.
~ Social and Emotional Development ~
Note: This list includes skills necessary to attend school. If you intend to homeschool, then some of these items would not be necessary. Homeschooled children can develop these skills in a much more natural and less stressful way.
- Can be away from parents or primary care givers for 2-3 hours without being upset.
- Takes care of toilet needs independently.
- Feels good about self.
- Cares for own belongings.
- Knows full name.
- Dresses self.
- Knows how to use handkerchief or tissue.
- Knows own sex.
- Brushes teeth.
- Crosses residential street safely.
- Knows parents’ names.
- Knows home address.
- Knows home phone number.
- Enters into casual conversation.
- Carries a plate of food.
- Maintains self-control.
- Gets along well with other children.
- Plays with other children.
- Recognizes authority.
- Shares with others.
- Talks easily.
- Meets visitors without shyness.
- Puts away toys.
- Able to stay on task.
- Able to work independently.
- Helps family with chores.
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