(Acknowledgments to Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Departments Gippsland Southern Health Service)
Three Years
Self Help Skills
Opens door by turning handle. Uses spoon (little spilling) Takes off coat. Washes and dries hands with assistance.
Social Development Plays near other children. Begins to play house. Participates in simple group activity Knows gender identity
Motor Development
Gross Motor
Runs forward. Walks on tiptoes. Jumps in place, two feet together. Stands on one foot with aid.
Fine Motor
Turns single pages. Snips with scissors. Holds crayons with thumb and finger.
Cognitive Development Matches and uses associated objects meaningfully - (cup and saucer) Recognises self in mirror. Has limited attention span.
Language Development
Expression Speaks in 3-4 word sentences eg. "Daddy go to work" Uses some word endings eg. "cats, walked." Uses language to tell stories and ask questions.
Comprehension Understands 2-3 colours. Understands the use of objects eg. "The one you eat with - spoon" Follows directions eg. "Put the block under the chair.
