Checklist of Grade 3 Developmental Behaviors

Observed Behavior
1. Reads voluntarily for interest and own purposes  ☐
2. Reads aloud with flency and comprehension any text that is appropriately   ☐
designed for the grade level

3. Produces, presents, and discusses own writing with other students; edits own
work and responds helpfully to other students' composition
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4. Follows multistep instructions  ☐

 
5. Uses appropriate grammar in speech and in written work  ☐
 

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6. Takes part in creative responses to texts, such as dramatizations, oral presentations,  
and fantasy play

7. Asks and answers “why”, “how”, and “what-if” questions relevant to the
discussion
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8. Shows evidence of expanding language (e.g., making jokes, arguments, explaining

complex situations), including increasing use of more formal language registers  ☐
 

9. Correctly spells previously studied words and spelling patterns in own writing  ☐
 

10. Shows evidence of expanding vocabulary  ☐

 

11. Expresses thoughts and feelings  ☐

 

12. Helps others in solving problems  ☐

 

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13. Shows special physical skills such as cooperative and competitive games and  
other creative movements

14. Concerned about fairness and rules  ☐

 

15. Presents and discusses own writing with other students  ☐

 

16. Uses appropriate grammar in their speech and written work  ☐

 

17. Can decide which information is acceptable or relevant  ☐

 

18. Shows empathy through actions and language  ☐

 

19. Engages in collaborative/cooperative activities  ☐

 

20. Shows appreciation for different literary genres  ☐

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