Guest Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I am new at my school and the current report format which I have just been given asks me to tick whether a child needs support, is at an appropriate developmental age, demonstrating a strength or above average... I have several 3 year olds who cannot cut but if I put them under needs support, that implies they are below average....is that really accurate or should I class them as developmentally appropriate because they have only just turned 3 and are just beginning to gain some confidence in their skills..........please help!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 sounds like developmentally appropriate to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hali Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 does to me too Susan each child is individual and depends how much experience and practise they have had! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rea Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I wouldnt worry about a 3 year old who cant use scissors, I know some 4 year olds who cant, and if these children are only just 3 then I say at most its a very minor delay which shouldnt be a concern. You could mention to the parents, so many of them dont allow scissors at home that its not surprising they cant handle them. I also know some I would rather NOT give scissors to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Thank you! That is what I thought but I needed to have it confirmed!! :-) The report was designed when the class only had 4 and 5 year olds and has not been changed since....I am not allowed to change it this time but I will be changing it for next year...!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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