Anecdotes are the most commonly used tool in gathering information about children.
Observation starts when the child begins the experience and ends when the child stops. It’s a useful method to record events or actions based on the child’s strengths, interests, achievements, development and needs.
The following article "Anecdotal Records In Childcare" provides details on how to write an anecdotal record, what to include, samples and more.
For more information, please read the following: Anecdotal Records In Childcare