By 36 Months

Cognition:

  • Matches similar pictures of objects
  • Sorts shapes
  • Completes 3-piece puzzle
  • Stacks rings in correct order
  • Points to larger or smaller of two spoons
  • Understands concept of two
  • Sorts colors and points to several colors when named
  • Identifies longer stick
  • Understands all common verbs and common adjectives

Communication:

  • Engages in short dialogues
  • Uses language in imaginative way
  • Provides descriptive details
  • Links unrelated ideas and story elements
  • Begins to include articles and word endings
  • Understands four prepositions

Socialization:

  • Role plays in pretend games such as: mom, dad, teacher
  • Shows independence
  • Begins to obey and respect simple rules

Daily Living Skills

  • Pulls pants down with assistance
  • Dresses self with help
  • Pulls pants up with assistance
  • Wipes nose with assistance
  • Pours liquid from small container
  • Uses toilet with assistance
  • Washes and dries hands
  • Buttons large buttons

Motor:

  • Stands on one foot without support
  • Walks up and down steps, alternating feet
  • Draws or copies vertical lines
  • Cuts with small scissors