Observation Notes

Date & Time: 02-14-2020 - Continuing Number of Children Present: 3

Name of Child Observed: Mason D.
Focus of Observation: Health and Physical Development

Observation:
I was able to observe Mason using a gross-motor skills developmental checklist and an anecdotal record for this
domain. Mason was observed on the playground for 20 minutes.
 The gross-motor skills developmental checklist: there were a series of tasks that I asked Mason to
perform ranging from 37-48 months. There were some tasks that he was able to complete and a few that
he wasn’t.
o Some tasks that he could do are: hops and stands on one foot for 8 seconds, catches a beanbag
while standing, throws a ball overhand, carries cup on liquid without spilling, and balancing on
one foot for ten seconds.
o Some tasks that he couldn’t do are: hops on one foot, skips with alternating feet, walks backwards
toe-to-heel for four consecutive steps.
 The anecdotal record I was able to observe Mason out on the playground. He was able to be outside
participating with others and exploring his physical interest.
o Mason was running on the side of the fence, pulling himself up on the tire swing, swinging on the
tire swing, spinning on the tire swing, picking up a ball and throwing it, falling on his knees and
then learning to get up and go back to his activity.

Developmental Domain Observed:

 I.B.EL.1a. Moves with strength, control, balance, coordination, locomotion, and endurance.
o Mason was able to use small and gross motor skills.
o Mason was able to use his motor development allows for full participation in learning
experiences.
 I.B.EL.2 Exhibits eye-hand coordination, strength, control, and object manipulation.
o Mason was able to throw the ball with strength and control.
o Mason was able to walk, run, climb, and jump with control of his body.
Analysis:
According to the CDC Milestone Moments; a five-year old should be able to stand on one-foot for 10 seconds or
longer. Mason was able to complete this task. When asked to hop, Mason was able to complete this, but did have
difficulty skipping. He wasn’t able to coordinate his feet.
Mason is able to use the bathroom on his own, able to climb on the tire swing without assistance and get back up
when he fell down. He does have the ability to use a fork and spoon during mealtimes.
When I observed Mason inside and outside he was able to complete gross-motor movement and physical
development according to his age.