Running Record and Time-Sampling Observation Sheets for Early Childhood Assessment

Use these printable observation sheets to document children’s actions and words objectively during planned observation periods. The running-record form helps educators capture events in sequence, while the planning fields prompt you to set an observation aim, time window, child or group, and activity. Use one sheet per observation to support consistent assessment notes and keep observations separate from conclusions. Reach for these forms when gathering classroom evidence to identify assessment tools and track children’s progress.