Question 1

Is "Can separate from parent for short periods" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Able to stay with familiar adults without significant distress

Question 2

Is "Shows interest in other children" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Watches, approaches, or plays alongside other children

Question 3

Is "Beginning to share toys" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Starting to understand turn-taking, even if not always successful

Question 4

Is "Responds to own name" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Looks up or reacts when their name is called

Question 5

Is "Uses simple words or phrases" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Says single words or two-word combinations

Question 6

Is "Follows simple instructions" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Understands "give me the ball" or "sit down"

Question 7

Is "Makes needs known" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Uses pointing, gestures, or words to communicate wants

Question 8

Is "Enjoys looking at books" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Shows interest in pictures and being read to

Question 9

Is "Can feed self with spoon or fork" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Manages most of a meal independently

Question 10

Is "Attempts to dress or undress" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Tries to pull on shoes, hat, or simple clothing

Question 11

Is "Toilet training started or aware" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Shows awareness of wet/dry or is beginning training

Question 12

Is "Washes hands with help" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Participates in handwashing routine

Question 13

Is "Walks and runs confidently" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Moves around with balance and coordination

Question 14

Is "Climbs furniture or stairs" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Can manage steps with support or low climbing frames

Question 15

Is "Uses crayons or mark-making tools" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Makes marks on paper, even if just scribbles

Question 16

Is "Stacks blocks or simple puzzles" important for nursery readiness?

Accepted Answer

Enjoys building or fitting things together

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