Kindergarten Teacher how-to
How to Assess Letter Recognition
Quick assessments guide instruction.
Quick answer
Quick assessments guide instruction. In short: use; assess; ask, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Use a letter recognition sheet.
Assess one student at a time.
Ask the student to name letters and sounds.
Record results.
Group students by needs.
Plan targeted instruction.
Safety reminders for kindergarten teachers
- Supervise students at all times
- Follow allergy and medical plans
- Practice emergency drills
- Teach safe movement in the classroom
Key terms
Phonics · Phonemic awareness · Sight words · Number sense · Manipulatives · Literacy centers: see the full kindergarten teacher glossary.