Claudia Quigg
Just because Tommy can write his name, recognize all his letters, and count to 100 doesn't mean he's ready for kindergarten Read the full description.
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Tommy hasn’t learned independent selfcareskills. He needs others to zip his jacket, open his thermos and wipe his bottom. He hasn’t yet learned that when another child bumps into him while standing in line, he must refrain from pushing him back.
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Tommy hasn’t learned independent selfcareskills. He needs others to zip his jacket, open his thermos and wipe his bottom. He hasn’t yet learned that when another child bumps into him while standing in line, he must refrain from pushing him back.
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