Concept Development

Does your child:	Yes	Not Yet
....recognize and name colors?
...match or sort items by color and shape?
...participate in art and music activities?
...understand concepts such as: in, out, over, under, on, off, front, and back?
...know his/her body parts (head, shoulder, knees, etc.)?
...draw a picture of her/himself including head, body, arms, and legs?
...demonstrate curiosity, persistence, and exploratory behavior?

Concept Development Tips

Young children construct their own understanding of concepts as they interact and work with materials, people, events, and ideas.

Parents can help this process by:

Providing age appropriate toys which require thinking such as puzzles, blocks, or sorting toys
Offering scraps, bits, boxes, and other things from around the house to use for creative experiences.
Counting objects around the house (plates and forks for the table, crackers for snacks).
Playing games with your child using words such as: "Put the ball on the chair. Get the pot from under the sink."
Playing Simon Says. Simon says, "Put your hands under your feet. Put your hands over your head.