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Child behaviour observation checklist (ages 6 to 12)

This free checklist helps you note what you see over two weeks, in four areas: attention, activity and impulses, feelings and friendships, and daily routines. It has no score and cannot tell you whether your child has any condition. It gives you clear, dated examples to share with your pediatrician or your child's teacher.

How to use it

  1. Print this page, or tick items on screen.
  2. Over two weeks, tick an item only when you actually see it, and write down the date and where it happened.
  3. Note what was going on at the time: tired, hungry, a change in routine, a new place.
  4. Ask your child's teacher whether they see the same things.
  5. Take your notes to your pediatrician if a pattern worries you.

There is no score. Every child shows many of these sometimes. What a doctor looks for is a steady pattern, in more than one place, that gets in the way of daily life.

Attention
Activity and impulses
Feelings and friendships
Daily routines

What next?

If a pattern stands out, read is my child ADHD or just active? and when to see a child psychologist. A game-based observation such as Mores adds examples of how your child approaches challenges in play.

FAQ

Common questions

01
Is there a free child behaviour checklist for parents?
Yes. This checklist is free and printable. It helps you record what you see over two weeks. It has no score and does not diagnose anything.
02
How many ticks mean my child has a problem?
None. Every child shows many of these sometimes. The checklist is for collecting examples, not for scoring.
03
Should I share the checklist with my child's teacher?
Yes. Teachers see your child in a different setting, and comparing notes is one of the most useful things you can do.

Not a diagnosis. This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you are worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician. Written by the Mores Health team from the sources below; it has not yet been reviewed by a clinician.

Sources

  1. NIMH: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
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