Copy an adult's action with an object
When to use this goal
For preschoolers who do not yet copy what an adult does with toys and materials, which limits learning from models. Present levels from the early intervention report and play observation decide fit. Start with actions that make an effect (shake a shaker, push a car).
- Baseline
- Model 10 different actions with identical objects over 2 or 3 sessions. Count correct when the student copied the action within about five seconds.
- Tips
- Use two identical toys so the student has their own. Make it playful and follow the student's interests. Imitation is a base for learning many other skills.
- Limits
- Does not measure imitation of sounds or words; coordinate with the SLP. Motor needs may limit some actions.
Original IEP Atlas template based on general measurement principles; not copied from any goal bank. ID fn-pk-040.
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Goal
By the annual IEP review date, during play, when the adult shows an action with one of two identical toys and says your turn, the student will copy the action with their own matching object independently in at least 8 of 10 trials, across 3 consecutive sessions, as measured by opportunity-by-opportunity data collected three sessions per week.
Baseline: 2 of 10 opportunities.
- Condition
- Observable behavior
- Criterion
- Measurement method
Measurability check11 of 11 met
Met: Observable behavior. Stated as an action.
Met: Condition. Stated.
Met: Unit fits the behavior. Opportunities fits this behavior.
Met: Explicit criterion. Number and unit stated.
Met: Mastery rule and schedule. Both stated.
Met: Method produces the metric. Opportunity (trial) recording gives opportunities data.
Met: Review timeframe. Stated.
Met: Baseline and target compatible. Same unit, change in the right direction.
Met: Aligned with area of need. Still about Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness.
Met: Level of support. Defined.
Met: Blanks filled in. Nothing left to fill in.
Checks structure and wording only. Whether the goal fits the student is the team's call.
Short-term objectives (optional)
When are objectives required?Required for students on alternate assessments (34 CFR §300.320(a)(2)(ii)); some states require them for everyone.
Paste into your IEP system
Most district systems have a separate box for each part of a goal. Copy them one at a time, or all at once as labeled text.
- Area of need
- Functional & Independence Skills - Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness
- Baseline
- 2 of 10 opportunities.
- Annual goal344 characters
- By the annual IEP review date, during play, when the adult shows an action with one of two identical toys and says your turn, the student will copy the action with their own matching object independently in at least 8 of 10 trials, across 3 consecutive sessions, as measured by opportunity-by-opportunity data collected three sessions per week.
- Timeframe
- By the annual IEP review date
- Condition
- During play, when the adult shows an action with one of two identical toys and says your turn
- Behavior
- The student will copy the action with their own matching object independently
- Criteria
- In at least 8 of 10 trials, across 3 consecutive sessions
- Evaluation method
- Opportunity-by-opportunity data
- Schedule
- Three sessions per week
Copied as plain text, with straight quotes and plain dashes.
Matching data sheet
Opportunity tracker. One box per opportunity in each session.
Opportunity tracker
Opportunities- Student label:
- Target:
- in at least 8 of 10 trials
- Mastery rule:
- across 3 consecutive sessions
- Collection schedule:
- three sessions per week
- Method:
- Opportunity (trial) recording
- Data collector:
Goal: By the annual IEP review date, during play, when the adult shows an action with one of two identical toys and says your turn, the student will copy the action with their own matching object independently in at least 8 of 10 trials, across 3 consecutive sessions, as measured by opportunity-by-opportunity data collected three sessions per week.
Key: + demonstrated independently · P demonstrated with a prompt (note type) · − not demonstrated · NA no opportunity occurred
| Date | Activity / context | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | # + (of 10) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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- Record up to 10 opportunities per session, matching the goal's denominator.
- Define in advance what counts as an opportunity so every data collector records the same thing.
- Count only + marks toward the criterion unless the goal specifies prompted responses.
The CSV opens in Excel or Google Sheets, with formulas. Sheets print blank; no student data is stored.