Ages and
Stages: Kindergarten
by
American School Counselor Association
Is your
five-year-old on track? Below are some general development milestones
to help you understand your child's progress over the school year.
Keep in mind that every child is different and may not fit perfectly
into this framework.
Where
They Are
The average five-year-old is good, helpful, and conforming. He:
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Attempts
only things he knows he can do.
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Needs
attention, affection, and praise.
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Is
energetic and fidgety.
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Has a
short attention span.
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May show
opposite extremes of behavior.
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May
become less well-behaved as the school year progresses.
Where
They're Going
School isn't just academics: Your child's teachers are also helping
her grow socially.
At five-years-old, your child is learning to
understand herself. You can help by encouraging her as she:
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Develops
a positive, realistic self-image.
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Learns to
respect herself.
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Begins to
understand her own uniqueness.
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Gains
awareness of her feelings.
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Learns to
express feelings.
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Learns
how to participate in groups.
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Begins to learn from her mistakes.
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