Early Learning Essential Indicators for Physical Development

E.I. #1.1: Demonstrates body coordination and strength in activities such as climbing stairs with alternating feet, marching, running, jumping, hopping, dancing, riding tricycles and scooters. (Coordination and strength)

E.I. #1.2: Demonstrates balance and spatial awareness in many situations (running and stopping, climbing, ball‐handling, and/or simple group games [i.e., “Duck, duck, goose”]). (Spatial awareness)

E.I. #2.1a: Develops manual coordination to use writing and crafting tools. (Fine motor tools)

E.I. #2.1b: Demonstrates self‐help fine motor skills such as buttoning and zipping. (Self‐help fine motor)

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