Approaches to Learning: Age 4–5/Not Yet in Kindergarten

EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL SELF-REGULATION

  • 1

    Child manages emotions with increasing independence.P-ATL1

    1. a

      Has an expanding range of strategies for managing emotions, both less intense emotions and those that cause greater distress.P-ATL1.4-5.a

    2. b

      May still look to a trusted adult for support in managing the most intense emotions, but shows increasing skill in successfully using strategies suggested by adults.P-ATL1.4-5.b

  • 2

    Child follows rules and routines with increasing independence.P-ATL2

    1. a

      With occasional reminders from a trusted adult, usually follows established rules and routines, such as following an end-of-lunch routine that includes putting away their plate, washing their hands, and lining up at the door to go outside.P-ATL2.4-5.a

  • 3

    Child appropriately handles and takes care of materials.P-ATL3

    1. a

      Usually handles, takes care of, and manages materials, such as using them in appropriate ways.P-ATL3.4-5.a

  • 4

    Child manages actions, words, and behavior with increasing independence.P-ATL4

    1. a

      Manages own actions, words, and behavior with occasional support from a trusted adult.P-ATL4.4-5.a

COGNITIVE SELF-REGULATION (EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING)

  • 5

    Child demonstrates an increasing ability to control impulses.P-ATL5

    1. a

      Sometimes controls impulses independently and may self-sooth, while at other times needs support from a trusted adult.P-ATL5.4-5.a

  • 6

    Child maintains focus and sustains attention with minimal trusted adult support. P-ATL6

    1. a

      With increasing independence, focuses attention on tasks and experiences for longer periods of time, despite interruptions or distractions.P-ATL6.4-5.a

  • 7

    Child persists in tasks.P-ATL7

    1. a

      Frequently persists on preferred tasks.  P-ATL7.4-5.a

    2. b

      With or without the support of a trusted adult, sometimes persists on less-preferred activities, such as working to clean up an activity area.P-ATL7.4-5.b

  • 8

    Child holds information in mind and manipulates it to perform tasks. P-ATL8

    1. a

      Holds an increasing amount of information in mind in order to successfully complete tasks.P-ATL8.4-5.a

  • 9

    Child demonstrates flexibility in thinking and learning.P-ATL9

    1. a

      Demonstrates flexibility in thinking and behavior without prompting at times. Also responds consistently to a trusted adult’s suggestions to show flexibility in approaching tasks or solving problems, such as choosing a different toy when many children want to use the same one.P-ATL9.4-5.a

INITIATIVE AND CURIOSITY

  • 10

    Child demonstrates initiative and independence. P-ATL10

    1. a

      Frequently shows initiative, particularly when engaged in preferred activities.P-ATL10.4-5.a

    2. b

      Demonstrates a willingness and capability to work independently for increasing amounts of time.P-ATL10.4-5.b

  • 11

    Child shows interest in and curiosity about the world around them.P-ATL11

    1. a

      Independently and with the support of a trusted adult, seeks out new information and explores new play and tasks.P-ATL11.4-5.a

CREATIVITY

  • 12

    Child expresses creativity in thinking and communication. P-ATL12

    1. a

      With prompting from a trusted adult, communicates creative ideas and actions. P-ATL12.4-5.a

  • 13

    Child uses imagination in play and interactions with others.P-ATL13

    1. a

      Develops more elaborate imaginary play, stories, and other creative works with children and trusted adults.P-ATL13.4-5.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
PRE-K
Where can I read the official document?
Oregon’s Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines

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