Children begin to see themselves as part of multiple communities with different roles and responsibilities. Children can focus on tasks for a longer period of time. Children begin to understand conventions of written language. Children sing more complex songs and are able to sequence stories. Language development is also integrated with math concepts, as in the use of graphs.
Children show a higher level of spatial perception as observed through block play.
More advanced representational artwork is evidenced. Children are showing better perceptual judgment of their limitations. More challenging physical activities are introduced through movement. Children are starting to master dressing and undressing, brushing their teeth and hair, and tying their shoe laces. There is evidence of the child's ability to interact in a positive way including peer and intergenerational interactions.