Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised

Student: Skills Tracking System

Assessor Date Color Code
C57 Selects pictures of social interactions
C56 Select Nonexamples
C55 Selects "same" and "different"
C54 Select pictures of emotions
C53 Select picture of location or activity in scene
C52 Select items using pronouns
C51 Select items using prepositions
C50 Select 3 items in specific sequence
C49 Select set of items with 2 characteristics
C48 Select set of items with 1 characteristic
C47 Select item with two characteristics
C46 Select all examples of an item
NB - please see teacher or ABLLS book for specific information on criteria for completing each level. C45 Select common sounds
C44 Locate objects from parts of objects in picture
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS-R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc. C43 Locate objects in larger picture
C42 Select community helpers
C41 Select two items in sequence from larger set
C40 Select two items from larger set
C39 Select by class
C38 Select by feature
C37 Select by function
C36 Select associated pictures
C35 Select picture of specific action
C34 Demonstrate a pretend action
C33 Multiple actions with an object
C32 Choose correct item to perform specified action
C31 Selects items using specific motor responses
C30 Follow an instruction to go to a person and do an action
C29 Get an item from a specific person or place
C28 Follow an instruction to give an item to a person
B27 Mazes C27 Follow an instruction to go to a person
B26 Picture sequences C26 Follows hand signals
B25 Seriation - ordering by size, quantity, sequence etc C25 Selects items by following eye gaze
B24 Dependent matching sequence C24 Select between items similar except one attribute
B23 Replicate simple 3D object C23 Touches parts of items
B22 Extend a sequence pattern C22 Touch own pieces of clothing
B21 Delayed finding a sample C21 Point to body parts on others or pictures
B20 Delayed replication of sequence C20 Can select using varied instructions
A19 Task completion is reinforcing B19 Sort by class C19 Fluent receptive identification (10 items in 30 sec)
A18 Seeks approval for task completion B18 Sort by feature C18 Acquires new selection skills with less than 5 trials
A17 Waits for delayed reinforcer B17 Sort by function C17 Select one of six or more pictures on table
A16 Responds to social reinforcers B16 Match associated pictures C16 Select one of six or more objects on table
A15 Observes instructor for feedback B15 Jigsaw puzzles C15 Touch own body parts
A14 Will work to do a fun activity with instructor B14 Puzzle without interlocking pieces C14 Select one of two pictures of common items
A13 Will work for intermittent reinforcement B13 Sequence pattern to match visual model C13 Select one of two common objects
A12 A variety of non-edible reinforcers B12 Block designs from picture C12 Select one of two reinforcing items
A11 Responds within 3 s to instructions B11 Puzzle with square frame C11 Follow instructions to select one of two items
A10 Scans items in array before responding B10 Puzzle with multiple single pieces C10 Follow instructions to touch item vs distracter
A9 Looks at instructor for instruction B9 Block designs on picture card C9 Follow instruction to do simple motor action
A8 Waits without touching materials B8 Sort non-identical items into categories C8 Follow instructions to give named object
A7 Works for multiple instructors B7 Fluent matching 10 items in 30 sec. C7 Follow instruction in routine situations
A6 Work for reinforcer from teacher B6 Match pictures to objects C6 Follow instructions to do enjoyable activity
A5 Will approach & respond for reinforcer B5 Match picture to sample C5 Follow instructions to touch common item
A4 Take a common object B4 Match objects to pictures C4 Follow instructions to touch reinforcing item
A3 Look at nonreinforcing item B3 Match object to sample C3 Follow instructions to look at reinforcer
A2 Choose from two items B2 Form box C2 Follow instructions for enjoyable activity
A1 Take reinforcer when offered B1 Single puzzle C1 Responds to own name

A Cooperation & Reinforcer Effectiveness B Visual Performance C Receptive Language

Student: Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Assessor Date Color Code Skills Tracking System
NB - please see teacher or ABLLS book - R for specific information on criteria for completing each level.

created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

F29 spontaneous requests

F28 requests information using "why"
D27 delayed imitation F27 requests information using "can/do/will"
D26 spontaneous imitation of others F26 requests information using "how"
D25 imitates motor movement without verbal prompt F25 requests information using "when"
D24 imitates motor sequence using multiple objects F24 requests information using "which"
D23 simultaenous imitation of movement and vocalization F23 requests using pronouns
D22 imitates the number of repetitions F22 requests using adverbs
D21 imitates the intensity of an action F21 requests information using "who"
D20 imitates a sequence of actions E20 spontaneous imitation of phrases F20 requests information using "where"
D19 imitates sequence of actions switching with model E19 spontaneous imitation of words F19 requests information using "what"
D18 imitates touching objects in sequence E18 repeats a short message to another person F18 requests future items or events
D17 imitates speed of an action E17 imitates low vs high sounds and words F17 requests using prepositions
D16 imitates speed of an action with objects E16 imitates loud vs soft sounds and words F16 requests using adjectives
D15 imitates ongoing speed of an action E15 repeat words matching the speed of presented word F15 requests others to stop
D14 imitates short and long blowing actions E14 imitates number sequences F14 requests attention
D13 imitates touching objects in sequence E13 imitates phrases on request F13 acquires novel requests without intensive teaching
D12 imitates fine motor movement E12 imitates words on request F12 requests help
D11 imitates facial/oral motor movements in mirror E11 imitates consonant blends F11 requests using sentences
D10 imitates mouth and tongue movements E10 repeats consonant/vowel/ consonant combinations F10 requests using head movements "Yes/no"
D9 imitates head movements E9 repeats consonant/vowel/consonant/vowel combinations F9 requests missing items for a task
D8 imitates gorss motor actions modeled in mirror E8 repeats consonant/vowel & vc combinations F8 requests other for an action
D7 imitates with a variety of insructions E7 imitates transition of held to second sound F7 requests with eye contact
D6 imitates between held and motor movements E6 imitates the number of repetitions of a sound F6 spontaneous request with no item present
D5 imitates arm and hand movements E5 imitates short&fast vs elongated/slow sounds F5 spontaneous requests with item present
D4 imitates legs and foot movements E4 imitates multiple separate sound combinations F4 requests when asked "what do you want"- no item present
D3 imitates gross motor movement with verbal prompts E3 imitates initials sounds of words F3 requests when asked "what do you want" & item present
D2 imitates a motor activity using objects requiring discimination E2 imitates sequence of sounds switching with model F2 requests with prompt and items
D1 imitates a motor activity using objects E1 imitates sounds on request F1 requests by indicating

D Imitation E Vocal Imitation F Requests

Student: Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Assessor Date Color Code Skills Tracking System
NB - please see teacher or ABLLS book - R for specific information on criteria for completing each level.

created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

H49 spontaneous conversation

H48 tells stories or describes an event with 5 parts
G47 spontaneous labeling H47 answers with multiple responses in group discussion
G46 labels social interaction behaviour H46 gives multiple answer about current events
G45 labels 3 components with carrier phrase H45 gives single answer about current events
G44 labels using at least 3 component labels H44 answers novel questions
G43 labels internal events and emotions H43 maintain conversation for 5 exchanges
G42 labels emotions of others H42 answers questions about past/future events
G41 labels adverbs H41 describes before /after steps in sequence
G40 names specified parts of scenes H40 Describes items using FFC
G39 labels and describes events/items in scene H39 mutiple answers to 3 component questions
G38 uses carrier phrases with pronouns H38 multiple answers to 2 component questions
G37 labels pronouns H37 intraverbal yes/no with questions
G36 uses carrier phrase with prepositions H36 states item if told feature/function/class
G35 labels prepositions H35 states activity when told sequence
G34 uses carrier phrase when using noun & verbs H34 describes steps in sequence of activity
G33 labels common environmental sounds H33 answers "why" questions
G32 labels items at a distance when others point to it H32 answers "how" questions
G31 labels community helpers H31 answers "which" questions
G30 identifies obvious problems H30 answers at least 4 types of questions in any order
G29 labels exclusion from a category H29 answers "when" questions
G28 labels feature which are missing or incorrect H28 answers "who/whose" questions
G27 labels the class of a set of items H27 states class given multiple members
G26 discriminates meaning of question to label attributes H26 answers questions with multiple responses about community
G25 labels class of an item H25 answers "where" questions about activities/items in community
G24 labels function of an item H24 answers "what" questions about activities in community
G23 labels by using "yes/no" H23 answers "what" questions about items in community
G22 2 component labels using noun and adjective H22 makes related comments regarding pictures
G21 2 components labels using noun and verb H21 name people previously observed
G20 labels 2 components with carrier phrase H20 names activities previously observed
G19 2 component labels with pictures (2 items together H19 names items previously observed
G18 2-component labels with objects (2 items together) H18 fill in class given item
G17 labels item when told its class H17 fill in item given feature
G16 labels items when told feature H16 fill in features given item
G15 labels items when told function H15 multiple responses for categories
G14 labels associated pictures H14 fill in item given class
G13 labels adjectives H13 answers "where" questions about activities
G12 labels parts or features of objects H12 answers "where" questions about items
G11 labels items using carrier phrase H11 answers "what" questions about function
G10 acquires novel labels without intensive training H10 answers "what" questions about items in home
G9 fluent labeling (10 items in 15 sec) H9 fill in function given item I9 spontaneous conversation
G8 labels pictures of common actions H8 fill in item given function I8 spontaneous labeling
G7 labels common ongoing actions H7 intraverbal associations I7 spontaneous requests
G6 labels pieces of clothing H6 fill in words describing common activities I6 spontaneous vocal imitation
G5 labels body parts H5 answers personal questions I5 sing songs
G4 labels pictures of common items H4 animal sounds I4 sings songs with models
G3 labels common people H3 Sign English words I3 spontaneously says phrases
G2 labels common objects H2 fill in blanks about fun items I2 spontaneously says words
G1 labels reinforcers H1 fill in words from songs I1 vocalizes identiable speech sounds

G Labeling H Intraverbals I Spontaneous Vocalizations

 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code
NB - please see teacher, Behaviour Consultant or ABLLS - R book for specific information on criteria for completing each
level.
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

L34 obtains and maintains attention of others

L33 spontaneously asks peers & adults for information
L32 converses with others for up to 3 exchanges
L31 waits for break in conversation to interrupt
L30 delivers a message
L29 other's interests affects own behaviour
L28 knows others interest and shares related information
L27 states what others like/dislike
L26 assists/helps others to participate
L25 makes changes in behaviour based on others actions
L24 makes changes in behaviour based on others feedback
L23 observes peer's attention to activities
L22 joins in activities when invited by others
L21 initiates greetings to others
J20 describes emotion (I'm sorry, but...) L20 sharing -offers items to others
J19 quantifies a response with all/some/never/sometimes L19 sharing - asks others for items
J18 uses "I think/know/believe" to describe certainty L18 asks peers for single items
J17 uses demonstratives (this, that, these) L17 makes appropriate eye contact
J16 adds suffixes to words for comparisons L16 spontaneously labels items for peers & adults
J15 uses irregular plurals (mouse/mice) K15 Plays board games with peers L15 gets other's attention before acting
J14 uses conjunctions to combine words K14 Plays interactive motor games L14 searches for missing person
J13 uses future tense (I will go) K13 Follows directions from peers L13 sharing - gives up items to others
J12 indicates location (here, there) K12 Plays simple ball games L12 responds to interaction attempts by peers
J11 uses negatives when speaking L11 engages in verbal interactions while playing with others L11 physically prompts other to do an activity
J10 indicates possession by adding "s" K10 will act out roles while playing L10 returns greeting from others
J9 uses regular past tense verbs (add "d") K9 plays interactively with a variety of peers L9 imitates physical and verbal behaviour of peers
J8 uses is/am with "ing" verb K8 will play interactively with other students L8 follows simple directions from another individual
J7 uses contraction when speaking K7 uses toys consistent with a theme (cooking/cars) L7 Looks at others in anticipation of a reinforcing action
J6 uses irregular past tense verbs(run-ran) K6 engages in verbal behaviour while playing by self L6 approaches and physically engages others
J5 adds "s" sound at end of word for plural K5 actively uses toys/games as designed L5 Looks at others to start a social interaction
J4 uses "ing" for present tense verbs K4 independent indoor leisure activities L4 shows interest in behaviour of others
J3 uses articles (a, the) when speaking in sentences K3 independent outdoor activities L3 responds appropriately to touch by peers
J2 combines words using correct word order K2 allows others to manipulate/touch toys L2 take items from peers and adults
J1 speak in phrases of at least 5 words K1 explores toys/activities in the environment L1 appropriate physical interaction with peers

J Syntax and Grammar K Play and Leisure L Social Interaction

 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code
NB - please see teacher, Behaviour Consultant or ABLLS - R book for specific information on criteria for completing each
level.
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

M12 readily learns new skills in group format

M11 takes turns during instruction
M10 raise hand and answer question N10 stands and waits appropriately during transition
M9 raise hand and name item N9 completes a task and signals teacher
M8 raise hand to answer question N8 gets and returns own materials
M7 follows group instruction with discrimination N7 works independently on academic activities
M6 follow group instructions to do receptive re N6 gets in line on request P6 generalize language skills
M5 raises hand to get teacher attention N5 waits appropriately for turn during activities P5 generalize response forms - dog,puppy,pooch
M4 attends to other students in group N4 physically transitions to next activity P4 use skills taught in IT in a group setting
M3 attends to teacher in group N3 sits and waits appropriately during transitions P3 generalizes across environments
M2 sit appropriately in large group N2 works independently on leisure activities P2 generalize across instructors
M1 sit appropriately in small group N1 independently follows daily classroom routines P1 generalize across stimuli

M Group Interaction N Classroom Routines P Generalized Responding

 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code NB - please see teacher, Behaviour Consultant or ABLLS - R book for specific information on criteria for completing each
level.
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

R42 labels examples of "zero/none"

R41 receptively ID examples of "zero/none"
R40 labels examples of "minus/subtract"
R39 receptively ID examples of "minus/subtract"
R38 labels examples of "plus"
R37 receptively ID examples of "plus"
R36 label examples of "take away"
R35 receptively ID examples of "take away"
R34 label examples of "adding"
R33 receptively ID examples of "adding"
R32 label examples of "all"
R31 receptive ID examples of "all"
R30 label examples of "some"
R29 receptive ID example of "some"
R28 label examples of "greater"
R27 receptively ID examples of "greater"
R26 label examples of "less"
R25 receptively ID examples of "less"
R24 labels examples of "more"
R23 receptively ID examples of "more"
R22 labels examples of "unequal"
R21 receptively ID examples of unequal"
R20 labels "equal"
R19 receptively ID examples of "equal"
R18 label examples of "different"
Q17 read and answer comprehension questions R17 receptively ID examples of "different"
Q16 read & follow simple instructions on worksheets R16 label examples of "same"
Q15 read & follow simple instruction to do actions R15 receptive ID examples of "same"
Q14 fill-in missing words in sentences R14 add coins to make a specific value up to $1.00
Q13 read 3 - 6 word sentences R13 identify all coins by value
Q12 read phrases R12 identify all coins by name
Q11 decode unknown words R11 tell time to nearest minute
Q10 read simple words R10 add numbers with carrying
Q9 fill in missing letter of 3 letter word R9 add items to make specified quantity S9 print numbers
Q8 match letters to letters on word card R8 match number to same amount of objects S8 print letters
Q7 names letters in words left to right R7 names numbers to 100 S7 copy numbers (with sample)
Q6 match words to words R6 names numeral to 10 on a number line S6 copy letters (with samples)
Q5 match words with pictures R5 count out objects from larger set S5 copy curved lines
Q4 label sounds of letters R4 count objects to 100 with correspondence S4 copy straight lines
Q3 receptively ID sounds of letters R3 count objects to 10 with prompts S3 trace lines, shapes, letters & numbers
Q2 label upper/lower case letters R2 rote counts to 100 S2 color between lines
Q1 receptively ID upper/lower case letters R1 rote counts to ten when started 1,2 S1 make marks on paper

Q Reading R Math S Writing

Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code NB - please see teacher, Behaviour Consultant or ABLLS - R book for specific information on criteria for completing each
level.
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

NEEDS TESTING

CANNOT DO

U15 tie shoes independently

U14 adjust clothing without prompts when needed
U13 Undo and fasten belts (buckles)
U12 undo and fasten snaps independently
U11 fasten buttons on clothing independently
U10 Use zipper on clothes independently V10 keep eating areas clean
U9 fasten zippers on backpack (including starting) independently V9 clean up table after meals
U8 unzip zipper independently V8 carry lunch to table
T7 spell own name- vocally & written U7 coat on and off V7 cut food with a knife
T6 spell words in written form U6 socks on and off V6 pour liquid into a cup
T5 spell words vocally U5 pants on and off (no buttons or zippers) V5 spread with a knife
T4 writes in missing letter when shown picture U4 buttoning shirts on and off V4 feed self with spoon or fork
T3 copy up to 6 letter words U3 pullover shirts on and off V3 drink from a cup
T2 fill in missing letter of 3 letter words U2 shoes on & off V2 drink from a straw
T1 match letters to letters on word card U1 pants up & down V1 eat finger foods

T Spelling U Dressing V Eating

 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code NB - please see teacher, Behaviour Consultant or ABLLS - R book for specific information on criteria for completing each
level.
created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS - R copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

NEEDS TESTING

CANNOT DO

Y30 ride a bicycle

Y29 jumping jacks
Y28 skip
Y27 pump while swinging
Y26 kick a slowly rolling 8 in. ball towards target
Y25 bounce a ball at least 3 times
Y24 toss a ball at least 12 in. in air and catch in hands
Y23 throw ball underhand (8 in. ball at least 4 ft)
Y22 catch a ball in hands (8 in. ball at least 4 ft)
Y21 hang from bar
Y20 kick ball at target (8 in. ball at least 6 ft.)
Y19 balance on one foot
Y18 gallop
Y17 walk sideways
Y16 ride a tricycle
Y15 catch a ball any method (8 in. ball at least 4 ft)
Y14 walk across a balance beam up to 8 ft
Y13 squat independently
Y12 creep on stomach
Y11 climb a ladder5 feet
X10 use washroom independently Y10 roll a ball at least 6 ft to another person
X9 use familiar washroom for bm Y9 throw ball from chest (8 in. ball at least 4 ft)
X8 wipe self after bm Y8 hop on two feet
W7 blow nose when needed X7 remain clean (bm) on schedule Y7 walk backward
W6 brush teeth X6 have bm in toilet Y6 jump down from object (1 ft high)
W5 comb or brush hair X5 wipe self after urinating (females) Y5 jump forward using 2 feet
W4 dry face X4 requests to use toilet Y4 roll sideways
W3 wash face X3 independently use familiar washroom Y3 run smoothly
W2 dry hands X2 remain dry on toileting schedule Y2 Get in and out of kneeling position independently
W1 wash hands X1 urinate in toilet Y1 Walk forward with appropriate gait

W Grooming X Toileting Y Gross Motor

 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code
NB - please see teacher or ABLLS book for specific information on criteria for completing each level.

created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

NEEDS TESTING

CANNOT DO

Z28 accurately copy shapes and patterns

Z27 cuts out shapes
Z26 fold a piece of paper in half
Z25 pick up items using pincer grip
Z24 replace lids of jars
Z23 rings on pegs
Z22 paste shapes to match picture
Z21 paste shapes on outlined picture
Z20 roughly copy shapes and patterns
Z19 remove wrappers
Z18 squeeze glue from bottle
Z17 trace lines with finger
Z16 cuts across paper with scissors
Z15 remove lids of jars
Z14 string beads with 1/8 in. hole
Z13 stacks blocks
Z12 snips with scissors
Z11 open/close ziplock bags
Z10 color within boundaries
Z9 clothespins on line
Z8 turn pages of book 1 page at time
Z7 place pegs in peg board
Z6 transfer objects between hands
Z5 blocks on design cards
Z4 multiple piece puzzle in frame
Z3 single piece puzzle in frame
Z2 place objects in shape box
Z1 mark on paper with crayon

Z Fine Motor
 Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills
Student: Skills Tracking System
Assessor Date Color Code
NB - please see teacher or ABLLS book for specific information on criteria for completing each level.

created by Jan Palmer based on the ABLLS copyright by Behavior Analysts, Inc.

NEEDS TESTING

CANNOT DO

Z28 accurately copy shapes and patterns

Z27 cuts out shapes
Z26 fold a piece of paper in half
Z25 pick up items using pincer grip
Z24 replace lids of jars
Z23 rings on pegs
Z22 paste shapes to match picture
Z21 paste shapes on outlined picture
Z20 roughly copy shapes and patterns
Z19 remove wrappers
Z18 squeeze glue from bottle
Z17 trace lines with finger
Z16 cuts across paper with scissors
Z15 remove lids of jars
Z14 string beads with 1/8 in. hole
Z13 stacks blocks
Z12 snips with scissors
Z11 open/close ziplock bags
Z10 color within boundaries
Z9 clothespins on line
Z8 turn pages of book 1 page at time
Z7 place pegs in peg board
Z6 transfer objects between hands
Z5 blocks on design cards
Z4 multiple piece puzzle in frame
Z3 single piece puzzle in frame
Z2 place objects in shape box
Z1 mark on paper with crayon

Z Fine Motor