Parents as Teachers Family Printables

Approaches to Learning Through Play (AL)

• AL.1.1 — Demonstrate curiosity and initiative.
• AL.1.2 — Use imagination and creativity to explore.
• AL.2.1 — Show persistence in tasks.
• AL.2.2 — Use problem‑solving strategies.
• AL.3.1 — Engage in symbolic and pretend play.
• AL.4.1 — Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.

Social & Emotional Development (SEL)

• 16.1.PK–2.A — Recognize and label emotions.
• 16.1.PK–2.B — Demonstrate self‑regulation and coping strategies.
• 16.1.PK–2.C — Develop positive self‑concept and confidence.
• 16.2.PK–2.A — Engage in positive interactions with peers and adults.
• 16.2.PK–2.B — Use communication to resolve conflicts.
• 16.2.PK–2.C — Show empathy and respect for others.
• 16.3.PK–2.A — Demonstrate responsible decision‑making.
• 16.3.PK–2.B — Follow routines and classroom expectations.

Language & Literacy Development (1.1–1.6)

Language Development

• 1.1.PK–2.A — Demonstrate understanding of spoken language.
• 1.1.PK–2.B — Follow directions and respond to questions.
• 1.2.PK–2.A — Engage in conversations with adults and peers.
• 1.2.PK–2.B — Use expanding vocabulary to express ideas.

Reading

• 1.3.PK–2.A — Show interest in books and stories.
• 1.3.PK–2.B — Retell stories and identify characters, settings, and events.
• 1.3.PK–2.C — Demonstrate phonological awareness (rhyming, syllables, sounds).
• 1.3.PK–2.D — Recognize letters and letter–sound relationships.

Writing

• 1.4.PK–2.A — Use drawing, dictation, and writing to express ideas.
• 1.4.PK–2.B — Demonstrate beginning writing conventions.
• 1.4.PK–2.C — Use writing for a variety of purposes.

Speaking & Listening

• 1.5.PK–2.A — Participate in conversations and discussions.
• 1.5.PK–2.B — Ask and answer questions to clarify understanding.
• 1.5.PK–2.C — Describe familiar people, places, and events.

Cognitive Development

Mathematics

• 2.1.PK–2.A — Demonstrate number sense and counting.
• 2.2.PK–2.A — Recognize patterns and relationships.
• 2.3.PK–2.A — Explore measurement and comparison.
• 2.4.PK–2.A — Use shapes and spatial reasoning.

Science

• 3.1.PK–2.A — Use observation and inquiry to explore the world.
• 3.2.PK–2.A — Investigate cause‑and‑effect relationships.
• 3.3.PK–2.A — Explore living things and their environments.
• 3.4.PK–2.A — Use tools and materials safely and purposefully.

Physical Development & Health

• 10.1.PK–2.A — Demonstrate gross motor skills (balance, coordination).
• 10.1.PK–2.B — Demonstrate fine motor skills (grasping, manipulating tools).
• 10.2.PK–2.A — Identify healthy practices and routines.
• 10.3.PK–2.A — Recognize safe behaviors.
• 10.4.PK–2.A — Participate in physical activities that promote fitness.

Family Engagement & Well‑Being (PAT‑specific, aligned to PA’s Family Engagement Standards)

• Family partnerships
• Safe and supportive learning environments
• Culturally responsive practices
• Use of community resources