14 Preschool Literacy Accomplishments*
Knows that alphabet letters can be used to make word- Recognizes environmental print
- Understands the basic concepts of print
- Knows that different for of print are used for different functions
- Plays with sounds and attempts to create words
- Uses new vocabulary during conversation
- Understands and follows oral directions
- Able to retell a familiar story
- Shows an interest in books
- Is able to identify the letters in his/her name and some additional letters
- Is eager to learn to read
- Communicates through drawing and emergent writing
- Enjoys rhyming and word games
- Is building confidence
* Indiana Department of Education “How can I help my child prepare for Kindergarten?”
