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| 2038 - Child Development Programs | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2038.4) | 15 |
Based on observation, how many children increased their ability to express emotion after attending the program? |
| 2038.3) | 15 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children demonstrated improved early literacy skills? (i.e., phonological awareness, print awareness, narrative skills, vocabulary) |
| 2038.2) | 15 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children put new social-emotional skills into practice after completing the program? (i.e., self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making) |
| 2038.1) | 15 |
Based on observation, how many children improved their gross motor skills? (i.e., body, automation, cross lateral movement, locomotor, and stability) |
Author: Marla Stillwell
Major Program: Child Development Programs
Kentucky has reported that only 24.9% of children attending kindergarten in LaRue County is actually prepared and equipped to succeed. This means that 75.1% of children entering kindergarten annually are not prepared. In many Kentucky counties, limited resources or the environment may serve as barriers for healthy lifestyle choices related to early childhood development and physical activity. As an innovative strategy to improve early childhood development skills and increase k
