Children are learning from the moment they’re born. More than 85% of a child’s brain is developed by the age of 5. You are your child’s first teacher. You help them learn skills throughout their life. Here are some milestones for school-readiness in New Hampshire.
If you’ve been practicing all these skills at home and you’re worried about your child’s development, your child’s doctor or preschool teacher are great resources for helping you determine if extra supports are needed for your child. They can reassure you about where your child should be in their stage of development, or they can refer you for assessment and therapies if needed. Many other parents have been in your shoes before, and they are ready to be part of your village to help. You are never alone in preparing your child for life and school.
Original brochure created by Raising the Valley and the Coos Coalition for Young Children and Families with funding from the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund, the University of New Hampshire, NH Department of Education, and the NH Department of Health and Human Services. Modification for statewide use and web publication funded by New Hampshire Statewide Family Engagement Center – 2024.