FREE Pre-K - K Quick Skills Screener | Early Literacy & Foundational Skills

A quick, practical screening resource for Pre-K and kindergarten students!

The Language Lounge Pre-K–K Quick Skills Screener provides a convenient way to observe foundational skills in children ages 4–6 in approximately 5–7 minutes.

Designed for speech-language pathologists, early childhood educators, and other professionals working with young learners, this informal screening tool is easy to administer and requires minimal preparation.

SKILLS SCREENED

✓ Uppercase and lowercase letter recognition

✓ Letter-sound knowledge

✓ Initial sound identification and rhyming

✓ Number recognition and counting

✓ Colors, shapes, and spatial concepts

✓ Following directions

✓ Expressive language

✓ Speech intelligibility observations

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✓ One-page printable screening and scoring form

✓ Reusable half-sheet visual stimulus cards (two per page)

✓ Brief administration and interpretation notes

✓ Screening summary with space for clinical observations

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

• Quick administration — approximately 5–7 minutes

• Minimal preparation required

• Simple, organized scoring

• Print-friendly design

• Stimulus cards can be laminated for repeated use

• Useful for foundational skills checks and identifying areas that may warrant further assessment

IMPORTANT: This resource is an informal screening aid, not a standardized or diagnostic assessment. Results should be interpreted considering the child’s age, language exposure, educational opportunities, and relevant clinical observations.

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