3 years

Question 1

gross motor skills - at 3 years

Answer 1

• run forwards and backward
• steer and pedal a tricycle
• walk up and downstairs with alternate feet
• aim and throw a large ball
• has some spatial awareness

Question 2

fine motor skills - at 3 years

Answer 2

• tripod grasp used when holding pencil
• hand preference is established
• draw a face, colour in and cut with scissors

Question 3

cognitive - at 3 years

Answer 3

• starting to understand the difference between past and present
• can complete a 12 piece puzzle
• can count to 10 with help

Question 4

language and communication - at 3 years

Answer 4

• speech is clearer
• vocabulary now larger and starting to use full sentences
• enjoys books a lot

Question 5

emotional - at 3 years

Answer 5

• finds it easier to wait
• will comfort other children who are upset
• may have grown out of separation anxiety
• can develop some fears at this age

Question 6

social - at 3 years

Answer 6

• uses a fork and spoon successful
• starts to take turns and share with other children
• enjoys playing with other children (joining in play)
• will take themselves to the toilet and wash hands – may need help