IMEP Kindergarten School Readiness Checklist - Pre-K (Wee Ones)

IMEP Kindergarten School Readiness Checklist
(Wee Ones version - Applies to Children aged 36 to 48 months)
Student
First NameLast Name
D.O.B.
MonthDayYear
Date

Social and Emotional Wellness (6)*

	Entrance	Exit
Takes turns and shares.
Works and plays cooperatively with other children.
Works cooperatively with adults.
Shows concern for others and their property.
Pays attention and concentrates on a task.
Participates in group situations.

Mathematical Thinking and Expression (4)*

	Entrance	Exit
Can count from 1 to 10.
Counts objects to 10 and describes how many. (Ex. Have child count a number of objects and then ask them, “How many is that?” Appropriate response would be the number of objects, not a recounting.)
Can point to 4 different shapes. (ex. square, circle, triangle, rectangle)
Knows the primary colors

Language and Reading Development (7)*

	Entrance	Exit
1
Knows his/her full name.
Speaks in simple sentences.
Speech is clear and easily understood.
Listens to stories for at least 10 minutes.
Recognizes steps in familiar routines.
Recognizes what is fact and what is fantasy.
Recognizes name in print.

Fine Motor (Writing) (4)*

	Entrance	Exit
Draws a circle and vertical line.
Uses pencil, crayon, etc. with control.
Scissors with control.
Works a puzzle of 5 or more pieces.

Physical Health and Growth (3)*

	Entrance	Exit
Ball handling: Throws, Catches, Bounces (mastery is 2 of 3)
Demonstrates coordination and balance in active / gross motor play (run, jump, climb).
Takes care of bathroom needs.

Please count all the "Yes" from above, and note that number in this field
Name of Staff Completing*
Mastery = Proficient in 14 of 24 skills.
There are three checklist ratings described below to be entered into the Needs Assessments:
(Y) = Yes, 14 of 24 skills mastered
(N) = Not Yet, (0 – 6 skills mastered)
(I) = In Progress (7 to 13 of the 24 skills mastered)
Unknown = not yet determined or other reason not yet assessed
Notes / Concerns / Recommendations*
Should be Empty: