Child

Developmental Checklist
The following checklist helps you, the parent, determine if your childs developmental skills are on schedule. (Y N) Newborn closes finger around objects/finger in tight grasp alert and interested in sights and sounds turns head toward sounds lifts and turns head part way while on belly brings hand to mouth (Y N) 3 to 5 months reaches for objects in view brings both feet to mouth maintains balance while sitting begins to transfer items hand to hand hands come together in play uses mouth to explore objects in environment strong gag response, rooting reflex visually tracks object from side to side (Y N) 6-8 months rolls from back to stomach looks for objects when they disappear from sight sits alone without support

 plays peek-a-boo picks up 2 small objects with one hand uses forefinger to poke, push, pull small objects independently bottle feeds self without mess drinks out of a cup with help feeds self cracker or cookie eye movements independent from head movements (Y N) 9-11 months attends to a book or toy for about 2 minutes raises to hands and knees cruises furniture and walls from stomach, raises to sitting position to reach toy pulls self to stand and lowers self down imitates a scribble pick up spoon by handle removes socks and unties shoes imitates adults use of tools, such as combing hair attempts spoon feeding picks up small objects using thumb and finger grasp (Y N) 12-14 months builds tower of 2 or more blocks marks with pencil or crayon put small objects in cup or other container plays with other children, side by side climbs up on chair or other furniture walks without help insists on feeding self drinks from a cup without help creeps up 2 steps on hands and knees

 kneels/stands by self with steady balance throws small ball opens book and turns a few pages at a time stirs spoon in cup helps a little when being dressed (Y N) 15-24 months walks backwards several steps stacks a tower of 4 or more blocks kicks a ball forward with good balance jumps forward 4 inches without falling stoops to pick up toy without falling grasps marker with thumb and 1st finger, wraps remaining finger around marker turns three pages in book feeds self with a spoon and eats with fork points to two of own body parts (Y N) 2 years 2 years placing 1 foot on each step, walks up 4 steps draws vertical line runs; walks sideways and backwards initiates overhand throw/underhand throw removes screw on lid from bottle stacks 8 to 10 blocks strings 2 to 4 large beads on shoelace identifies 2 body parts from picture (Y N) 2 years 3 years washes and dries hands independently cuts with small scissors

 plays pretend games catches soft objects with both hands can jump down from 1 foot heights can string large beads on a shoelace or string (Y N) 3 years - 3 years understands concepts such as behind, & next to runs with arms moving back and forth cuts paper into 2 pieces traces horizontal line unbuttons (only) using large buttons undresses self with some help toilet trained rides a tricycle using pedals draws or copies a complete circle (Y N) 3 years 4 years hops forward on one foot, then the other foot dresses/undresses with some help hops forward on one foot, then the other foot buttons and unbuttons large buttons carries out a series of 3 directions. paints with a crayon/brush covering a whole page learning to take turns in games plays make-believe games with other children. cuts across and down paper with scissors (Y N) 4 years - 5 years completes forward roll accurately touches each finger to thumb

 draws a man with head and legs compares different textures like: soft, smooth names heavier of two objects in hands hops on one foot able to walk the full length of a balance beam participates and enjoys group interaction copies a "+" (plus), and a "V." dresses/undresses except for laces, back buttons, some zippers, & snaps. eats with fork and spoon. (Y N) 5 years - 6 years with hands on hips, jumps back and forth across line accurately imitates arm positions/copies Simon Says postures draws six part unmistakable man with body points front, back, near, up, down, with eyes closed aware of but confuses right and left in pictures identifies object that is beside, between, in middle, in front of bounces and catches small ball folds paper in half twice with edges parallel draws triangle from copy runs and skips

 Red Flags* That May Warrant An Early Intervention Referral

Gross Motor
If a child is... Not rolling by 7 months of age Not pushing up on straight arms, lifting his head and shoulders, by 8 months of age Not sitting independently by 10 months of age Not crawling ("commando" crawling --moving across the floor on his belly) by 10 months of age Not creeping (on all fours, what is typically called "crawling") by 12 months of age Not sitting upright in a child-sized chair by 12 months of age Not pulling to stand by 12 months of age Not standing alone by 14 months of age Not walking by 18 months of age Not jumping by 30 months of age Not independent on stairs (up and down) by 30 months of age ...an early intervention/developmental therapy referral may be appropriate.

Here are some other gross motor "red flags":

"walking" their hands up their bodies to achieve a standing position only walking on their toes, not the soles of their feet frequently falling/tripping, for no apparent reason still "toeing in" at two years of age unusual creeping patterns any known medical diagnosis can be considered a "red flag": Down's syndrome, cerebral palsy, congenital heart condition etc.

Fine Motor
If a child is... Frequently in a fisted position with both hands after 6 months of age Not bringing both hands to midline (center of body) by 10 months of age Not banging objects together by 10 months of age Not clapping their hands by 12 months of age Not deliberately and immediately releasing objects by 12 months of age Not able to tip and hold their bottle by themselves and keep it up, without lying down, by 12 months of age Still using a fisted grasp to hold a crayon at 18 months of age Not using a mature pincer grasp (thumb and index finger, pad to pad) by 18 months of age Not imitating a drawing of a vertical line by 24 months of age Not able to snip with scissors by 30 months ...an early childhood intervention/development therapy referral may be appropriate

Here are some other fine motor "red flags":

Using only one hand to complete tasks Not being able to move/open one hand/arm Drooling during small tasks that require intense concentration Displaying uncoordinated or jerky movements when doing activities Crayon strokes are either too heavy or too light to see Any know medical diagnosis can be considered a "red flag": Down's Syndrome, cerebral palsy etc.

Cognition/Problem Solving
If a child is... Not imitating body action on a doll by 15 months of age (ie, kiss the the baby, feed the baby) Not able to match two sets of objects by item by 27 months of age (ie, blocks in one container and people in another) Not able to imitate a model from memory by 27 months (ie, show me how you brush your teeth) Not able to match two sets of objects by color by 31 months of age

 Having difficulty problem solving during activities in comparison to his/her peers Unaware of changes in his/her environment and routine ...an early intervention/developmental therapy referral may be appropriate

Sensory
If a child is... Very busy, always on the go, and has a very short attention to task Often lethargic or low arousal (appears to be tired/slow to respond, all the time, even after a nap) A picky eater Not aware of when they get hurt (no crying, startle, or reaction to injury) Afraid of swinging/movement activities; does not like to be picked up or be upside down Showing difficulty learning new activities (motor planning) Having a hard time calming themselves down appropriately Appearing to be constantly moving around, even while sitting Showing poor or no eye contact Frequently jumping and/or purposely falling to the floor/crashing into things Seeking opportunities to fall without regard to his/her safety or that of others Constantly touching everything they see, including other children Hypotonic (floppy body, like a wet noodle) Having a difficult time with transitions between activity or location Overly upset with change in routine Hates bath time or grooming activities such as; tooth brushing, hair brushing, hair cuts, having nails cut, etc. Afraid of/aversive to/avoids being messy, or touching different textures such as grass, sand, carpet, paint, playdoh, etc.

...an early childhood intervention/developmental therapy referral may be appropriate. NOTE: sensory integration/sensory processing issues should only be diagnosed by a qualified professional (primarily, occupational therapists and physical therapists). Some behaviors that appear to be related to sensory issues are actually behavioral issues independent of sensory needs.

 Possible visual problems may exist if the child...

Does not make eye contact with others or holds objects closer than 3-4 inches from one or both eyes Does not reach for an object close by

Possible hearing problems may exist if the child...

Does not respond to sounds or to the voices of familiar people Does not attend to bells or other sound-producing objects Does not respond appropriately to different different levels of sound Does not babble

Self-Care
If a child is... Having difficulty biting or chewing food during mealtime Needing a prolonged period of time to chew and/or swallow Coughing/choking during or after eating on a regular basis Demonstrating a change in vocal quality during/after eating (i.e. they sound gurgled or hoarse when speaking/making sounds) Having significant difficulty transitioning between different food stages Not feeding him/herself finger foods by 14 months of age Not attempting to use a spoon by 15 months of age Not picking up and drinking from a regular open cup by 15 months of age Not able to pull off hat, socks or mittens on request by 15 months of age Not attempting to wash own hands or face by 19 months Not assisting with dressing tasks (excluding clothes fasteners) by 22 months Not able to deliberately undo large buttons, snaps and shoelaces by 34 months ...an early intervention/developmental therapy and referral may be appropriate.

Social/Emotional/Play Skills
If a child is... Not smiling by 4 months Not making eye contact during activities and interacting with peers and/or adults Not performing for social attention by 12 months Not imitating actions and movements by the age of 24 months Not engaging in pretend play by the age of 24 months Not demonstrating appropriate play with an object (i.e. instead of trying to put objects into a container, the child lea the objects in the container and keeps flicking them with his fingers) Fixating on objects that spin or turn (i.e. See 'n Say, toy cars, etc.); also children who are trying to spin things that are not normally spun Having significant difficulty attending to tasks Getting overly upset with change or transitions from activity to activity ...an early intervention program referral may be appropriate

THIS CHECKLIST IS CREATED BY

STEPPING STONES PAEDIATRIC THERAPY SERVICES

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Stepping Stones Paediatric Therapy Centre specializes in occupational, physical and speech and language therapies for children with or at a potential risk for developmental disabilities. Our mission is to create a path of hope while providing exceptional service for therapeutic needs. We also aim to holistically promote positive changes by developing a highly specific plan of care for children with neurological and developmental difficulties. We look beyond the special needs of the client of the client and tap the unlimited potential within them by providing them with multiple services under one roof, to eventually help them to take a rightful place in society and prepare them for successful involvement in life roles.

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