Curiosity Detective Observation Notes: Anecdotal Record for Ages 2–5

Use this printable anecdotal record to capture a preschool child’s specific words and actions during or shortly after play. The form provides space for child, date, activity or materials, and a factual account, plus checkboxes for problem-solving, asking questions about unfamiliar things, and investigating how objects work. A reflection or possible next-step prompt helps educators revisit observations over time and notice children’s strategies, questions, and persistence. Reach for it during play-based observation and documentation for children ages 2–5.