Observation, Assessment, Documentation and Support of Young Children

Child Case Study Report

I.

Introduction- In a brief paragraph provide context for case study, (child's name, birthday
age, gender, grade level, class observed in, childs background, physical characteristics)

II.

Sum up student's characteristics for each developmental domain.

a. Supply clear and well-organized analysis of the student's development.
b. Support analysis with evidence (examples and if possible some of the child's work
c. Note discrepancies from expected development
d. Show ways case illustrates diversity in development.
e. Cite concepts evidenced in child's work and play.

III.

Suggestions : Make suggestions for giving positive support to student's developmental

progression.
Suggestions should reference background dynamics that are important influences on this
particular student's development.

IV

Challenges: In two or three paragraphs, discuss what aspects of development you

were not able to gather sufficient data. (What were the reasons?) Describe what
additional data you would need to conquer these challenges.
Additional Information to attach to Child Case Study Report

Cover sheet

Your original observation notes

Child Skills Checklist

Learning Prescriptions

Before submitting to Instructor:

a. Have a least one of your classmates to provide you with feedback on your child
Case Study Report and two tutors (Instructor will provide form)
b. Reread and check your child case study report for spelling, grammar and
organization
Professor B. Hunter