Developmental Checklist vs. Observational Checklist

Vocabulary flashcards contrasting developmental checklists with observational checklists, including milestone skills for ages 3 to 4 and observed behaviors during group activities.

Developmental Checklist

A tool designed for tracking milestones to determine whether a child is meeting age-appropriate developmental milestones.

Observational Checklist

A tool focused on watching behavior in order to see how a child acts during a specific activity.

Gross Motor Milestone (Age: 3-4 Years)

Jumps with both feet.

Language Milestone (Age: 3-4 Years)

Uses 4-word sentences.

Cognitive Milestone (Age: 3-4 Years)

Sorts objects by color.

Social-Emotional Milestone (Age: 3-4 Years)

Plays with other children.

Observed Behaviors (Group Story Time)

Specific actions monitored during an activity, including listening to the story, raising a hand to answer, participating in discussion, and waiting one's turn to speak.