Social / Emotional

Children 5-6 years old generally are able to do the following:

• Takes turns 
• Engages in games with accepted rules and limits such as tag or creative playground games
• Shows interest in playing with other children but may still need help from adults to solve problems  
• Follows classroom rules, routines, and transition with minimal reminders 
• Uses words to express their emotions
• Follows most rules regarding treatment of others and care for materials
• Prefers to play with friends rather than by self, and show awareness of other people’s feelings
• They can transition smoothly and adapt to unpredictable changes
• They work cooperatively with other children towards a common goal, create creative play scenarios, and independently make new friends