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California Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations
California Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations
California Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations

The purpose of the California Infant/Toddler Learning and Development Foundations is to describe research and evidence-based expectations for the way most infants and toddlers make progress. This 128-page document discusses developmental foundations to ensure that early childhood development programs offer appropriate developmental support and care for young children.
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California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 3
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 3
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 3

The California Preschool Learning Foundations Series outline key knowledge and skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of interactions, instruction, and environments that research has shown to promote early learning and development. Volume 3 of the series, a 184-page document, discusses the learning foundations related to history/social science and science.
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California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 1
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 1
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 1

The California Preschool Learning Foundations Series outline key knowledge and skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of interactions, instruction, and environments that research has shown to promote early learning and development. Volume 1 of the series, a 205-page document, discusses the learning foundations on social-emotional development, language and literacy, English-language development, and mathematics.
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California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 2
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 2
California Preschool Learning Foundations - Volume 2

The California Preschool Learning Foundations Series outline key knowledge and skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of interactions, instruction, and environments that research has shown to promote early learning and development. Volume 2 of the series, a 126-page document, discusses the learning foundations on visual and performing arts, physical development, and health.
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The Committee for Economic Development - Early Learning Policy
The Committee for Economic Development - Early Learning Policy
The Committee for Economic Development - Early Learning Policy

The Committee for Economic Development (CED) provides resources associated to high-quality early childhood education. CED collaborates with business, policymakers, and local community members to deliver high-quality early childhood education to communities that need services the most.
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Investing in Early Childhood
Investing in Early Childhood
Investing in Early Childhood

First Things First explains the importance of investing in early childhood. $1 invested in early childhood yields a $16 return.
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Developmental Milestones: Ages 3 - 5
Developmental Milestones: Ages 3 - 5
Developmental Milestones: Ages 3 - 5

This article provides an overview of milestones for parents to expect from their children ages three through five.
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5 Reasons to Establish a Toddler Routine
5 Reasons to Establish a Toddler Routine
5 Reasons to Establish a Toddler Routine

This webpage details why toddlers thrive in a scheduled environment, as well as a sample schedule and framework around which to schedule a toddler's activities.
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PBS for Parents: The Role of Parents
PBS for Parents: The Role of Parents
PBS for Parents: The Role of Parents

This article by PBS Kids provides information to parents about their role and ways to positively interact with their children.
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Guide to Ages 3-5
Guide to Ages 3-5
Guide to Ages 3-5

Scholastic provides a series of resources on developmental milestones (cognitive, social, language, and other) for children ages 3-5.
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Early Childhood Education: Long-Term Benefits
Early Childhood Education: Long-Term Benefits
Early Childhood Education: Long-Term Benefits

This study was designed to substantiate the positive, long-term outcomes demonstrated by children from economically disadvantaged homes who received a high-quality, early education.
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Zero to Three - Early Connections Last a Lifetime
Zero to Three - Early Connections Last a Lifetime
Zero to Three - Early Connections Last a Lifetime

Zero to Three provides parents and families with resources to advance the health, development, and well-being of their baby.
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Creating Routines for Love and Learning
Creating Routines for Love and Learning
Creating Routines for Love and Learning

This article details why routines are so important in a toddler's development. Routines are integral for toddler self-control, reduce parent/toddler power struggles, develop a child's social skills, and help children cope with transitions.
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Facilitate Play-Based Learning at Home
Facilitate Play-Based Learning at Home
Facilitate Play-Based Learning at Home

In this article, parents get suggestions and strategies on how to encourage play-based learning at home for young children.
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10 Simple Ways to Engage in Lifelong Learning
10 Simple Ways to Engage in Lifelong Learning
10 Simple Ways to Engage in Lifelong Learning

This article discusses 10 ways to engage in lifelong learning.
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Great Schools - Learn About Schools in Your Area
Great Schools - Learn About Schools in Your Area
Great Schools - Learn About Schools in Your Area

Great Schools.org provides information regarding school quality to help parents find the right school for their family.
Best Practices
Six Seconds: The Emotional Intelligence Network
Six Seconds: The Emotional Intelligence Network
Six Seconds: The Emotional Intelligence Network

This is a network that provides Social and emotional Learning resources.
Best Practices
Reunite, Renew, and Thrive: Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Roadmap for Reopening School
Reunite, Renew, and Thrive: Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Roadmap for Reopening School
Reunite, Renew, and Thrive: Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Roadmap for Reopening School

This is the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) Social-Emotional Learning Roadmap for reopening schools.
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National Center for Healthy Safe Children
National Center for Healthy Safe Children
National Center for Healthy Safe Children

The National Center for Healthy Safe Children offers resources and technical assistance to states, tribes, territories, and local communities to come together to promote well-being.