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    4 - 5 Years

    Occupational Milestones

    Five-year-olds refine their speech clarity, fine motor precision, and emotional regulation in preparation for kindergarten.

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    Your Child's 5th Year (4 - 5 Years)

    Key occupational milestones to watch for during this stage.

    Gross Motor: Skips, swings independently, balances on one foot for 10+ seconds
    Fine Motor: Draws a person with 6+ body parts, copies squares and triangles, prints letters of name
    Self-Care: Fully independent dressing, manages buttons and zippers, complete bathroom independence
    Sensory: Well-regulated sensory system, enjoys varied playground and movement play
    Visual Perceptual: Copies letters and numbers, recognizes own name in print, sorts by size and shape
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