As an occupational therapist, one of the most common questions I hear from parents of preschoolers is: “What should my child be able to do for themselves at this age?” The preschool years (ages 3–4) are an exciting time. Children are curious, eager to try things on their own, and developing the motor, thinking, and social skills that lay the foundation for independence. Self-care tasks, things like dressing, feeding, toileting, and hygiene, are key stepping stones in this jou