Target Child Name: Ruben
Age: 4
Presented by: Asminda
Cognitive Domain
What I learned about Ruben
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He explores cause and effect.
He is able to name and identify shapes, colors, and numbers
from 1 to 10.
He is able to write his name.
DAP Quotes
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“Kindergartners learn from their interactions not
only with adults but also with peers” pg. 205
“Children can sort and classify by more than one
attribute of an object” Pg. 137
How can we support Ruben at school
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Have him to visit more than one area per day.
(Dramatic play)
He needs teacher to help stay focus on finishing his
project.
Ruben will explore new toys teacher will provide.
How can we support Ruben at home
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Have Ruben visit a library once a month
Have Ruben practicing writing his name.
Read a book of his choice to him often.
Evidence
Fine and Gross Motor Domain
What I learned about Ruben
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He controls whole body movement during work
Cuts with scissors.
He draws, prints, and paints.
DAP Quotes
• “Kindergarten
are fascinated with learning what their body
can do” Pg. 188
• “Children use movement to express their feelings” Pg. 188
How can we support Ruben at school
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Control small muscles to hold tools.
Squeeze glue bottle. (right amount).
Control body to stay within the space.
How can we support Ruben at home
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Practice writing his name.
Play with manipulative toys.
Offer games that keep him within the space.
Evidence.
Language Domain
What I learned about Ruben
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Ruben can express his wants and needs.
He can say first and last name.
He is able to talk about his work done.
DAP Quotes
“Children
learn about 20 new words each day” Pg. 208
“In kindergarten, they should know the parts of a book and their
functions” Pg. 209
How can we support Ruben at school
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Have him talking about his favorite subject.
Increase his vocabulary one or two words per day.
Spend time talking and reading to him.
How can we support Ruben at home
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Identify and explain the uses for different objects in the
kitchen.
Take him to the library to choose books of his interest.
use language and vocabulary that will help him grow
Evidence
Social and Emotional Domain
What I learned about Ruben
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Ruben shares materials and toys.
He engages in a conversation with peers.
He is able to express his feelings about work.
DAP Quotes
• ‘As kindergarten, children are expected to regulate their
emotions and behavior appropriately under most
circumstances” Pg. 192
• “Children are intensely interested in interacting with their
peers” Pg. 192
How can we support Ruben at school
• Make him feel welcome accepted and loved
• Encourage respect and appreciation for differences.
• Have him play a game taking turns.
How can we support Ruben at home
• model positive relationships
• Spend individual time with him to talk and play.
• Have him cooperate and share with his siblings on
any activity.
Evidence