4-5 Years (29th May 2003-28th May 2004)
Milestones
By the age of 5 James could read a few words on his own and loved books. The words he could read were is, I, up, on, look, like, we, a, at can, am, for, dog, and cat.
Food
James has got a very good appetite and will eat most things. James is still vegetarian. He doesn't like spicy food. His favorites are Scooby Doo Biscuits and Pure Orange Juice to drink
Speech
James has some problems with his speech and a comminaction problem. We found out in October 2003 that he has Asperger Syndrome which can cause probelms with speech and understanding, James is learning to over come this.
Favorite Things and Play Time
James still enjoyed Thomas the tank Engine and loves re-reading the story's. He enjoyed watching Rubbadubbers on TV and playing with his toy Scoop from Bob the Builder. We all enjoy sitting playing board games together his favorites are Hungary Hippos and Puff the pop up dragon. By this age James no longer enjoyed helping to tidy up but did still enjoy cooking.