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the first time. She explained that her charges sometimes need special classes or support in making the transition from home bound to regular in-class instruction. Thanks to her program, the school administration knows years in advance of children that may require special education and can plan accordingly.
Dixie urged all parents who suspect a problem in their child’s development to contact the Rappahannock School Board office for an evaluation appointment. As a guide, she has listed certain skills that most normal children can accomplish before they are five years old.
At one year of age, a child should sit without support, pull to standing, turn head to voices, say "mama” or “dada” or one word and feed himself crackers.
At two years, a child should walk by himself without falling, ask for common objects, point to body parts and feed himself with a spoon.
At three years, he should build a tower of four blocks, throw a ball overhand, use two word sentences, draw a circle, wash and dry hands and pull on a shirt or pants.
At four years old, a child should be able to catch a ball with both hands, pedal a tricycle, draw a man with two body parts, use three sixword sentences, name two colors and button large buttons.
Most Can Catch Up
Dixie emphasized that most developmentally
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