Title

AL3. Focused Attention

Meta Description
Child focuses visual and auditory attention on aspects of the environment when presented with developmentally appropriate and engaging objects, people, or activities.
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Domain:
Age Range Activiites
0-1 Year 1-2 Years 2-3 Years 3-4 Years 4-5 Years
  • AL3.1

    Reaches, gestures, or moves toward an object or person that interests them or of their choice.

  • AL3.2

    Repeats actions.
  • AL3.3

    Stays focused on sights, sounds, and actions for approximately one or two minutes.

  • AL3.4

    Repeats actions to participate in tasks.
  • AL3.5

    Maintains focused attention on sights, sounds, and actions for three to five minutes.

  • AL3.6

    Repeats activities to complete tasks.
  • AL3.7

    Engages in play with peers for 5-8 minutes.

  • AL3.8

    Maintains focused attention in a large group for short periods.

  • AL3.9

    Works at a task despite distractions until the task is complete.
  • AL3.10

    Participates in large group activities led by a teacher for sustained periods.

  • AL3.11

    Participates in large group activities and discussions.

  • AL3.12

    Makes a plan to complete tasks.