Consistent attendance
Good social skills (e.g., spontaneously initiates positive interactions with peers; responds positively to initiations from peers)
Good play skills (e.g., shows creative or imaginative play)
Follows adult instructions consistently
Attends to tasks for 10 minutes
Good receptive and expressive language
Willingness to participate (e.g., child is interested and parents give permission)
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