Early Childhood Observation Paper

Observation

Characteristics of the child on the different areas of development

Physical Development

For Diego’s gross motor skills, he can already walk, run, and jump around without losing his balance. Diego can also ride a BMX bike independently without any supporting wheels or guide from a supervising adult. He sometimes go really fast on the road as he ride down his bike to go to places around their village, even crossing the street while riding his bike. He is also physically active and likes running around. He goes up the stairs fast, usually without holding the handle.

For his fine motor development, Diego’s handwriting is more fluid, automatic, and effortless. He writes fast whenever answering some worksheets and practice items for

I noticed that he has a lot of playmates within his neighborhood. Diego interacts well with people, may it be his peers or adults around him. He seems to like to entertain and make people laugh. He is also aware of other people’s feelings and he shows deep concern for them. Moreover, Diego is good with remembering what a friend likes or dislikes. There are also times when Diego speaks to an adult in a way similar to how he speaks to his friends in his age group.

Diego is also very caring when it comes to his pet dog. He interacts with him in a friendly and nice manner and he also take care of him

This is where he got the calming bottle idea. Diego was able to follow the instructions given for the do-it-yourself project. His mother also mentioned that he is able to do other highly difficult and technical do-it-yourself projects on his own. Diego seems to enjoy being independent as he does projects on his own. His mother mentioned that Diego tries to not be treated as a “baby” even though he is the youngest but instead, he would rather be treated as a ‘big boy’ already, trying to be independent and do things on his