This study focused upon definition and description of rate and Wind of changes in children's form copying ability by evaluating Bender Gestalt performances of 140 children in September, November, February, and May of their kindergarten year. The findings emphasize the need to consider age, extent of school experience, and sex, when interpreting young children's performance on the Bender.
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