Areas of ASQ3.pdf

Areas on ASQ3

The ASQ $ ^{\circ} $ -3 screens five key areas of development in young children to create a well-rounded snapshot of the child's skills and abilities. This handout lists the areas of development and briefly explains each.

Communication

Assesses language, both what a child understands and how they follow directions (receptive) and how they vocalize, use words, and start to make sentences (expressive).

Gross Motor

Assesses large muscle (body, arms, and legs) movement and coordination.

Fine Motor

Assesses eye/hand and hand/finger movements and coordination, pre-writing skills.

Personal-Social

Assesses self-help skills (e.g., feeding, dressing, toileting) and social interactions with others.

Problem Solving

Assesses skills of thinking and learning, how child solves problems, pre-academic skills.