The Science of Early Childhood Development
"The basic architecture of the brain is constructed through a process that begins early in life and continues into adulthood. Simpler circuits come first and more complex brain circuits build on them later. Genes provide the basic blueprint, but experiences influence how or whether genes are expressed. Together, they shape the quality of brain architecture and establish either a sturdy or a fragile foundation for all of the learning, health, and behavior that follow. Plasticity, or the ability for the brain to reorganize and adapt, is greatest in the first years of life and decreases with age."--Center for the Developing Child
Why consider using a curriculum to enhance early education experiences?
"We know now that the first three years of a child's life are more critical to a child's development than we ever imagined. Research tells use that more rapid brain development takes place in these years than at any other time of life. At this time, children are discovering who they are, how others respond to them, and if they are competent. They are also learning how to relate to others, what it means to express their feelings, and whether they are loved. Their brains are being "wired" into patterns for emotional, social, physical and cognitive development."
Caregivers of infants and toddler have an awesome responsibility!
WATCH: Early Childhood Program Effectiveness
The Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers outlines what children learn during the first three years, the experiences through which children achieve these learning goals, what staff and parents do to help children reach these goals and the materials needed to support the implementation of activities. By implementing this curriculum you, as caregiver, set the stage for children's learning. Through planning and continual evaluation, the curriculum is able to be adapted to meet individual needs of each child and family.
The Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers
Caregivers of infants and toddler have an awesome responsibility!
WATCH: Early Childhood Program Effectiveness
The Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers outlines what children learn during the first three years, the experiences through which children achieve these learning goals, what staff and parents do to help children reach these goals and the materials needed to support the implementation of activities. By implementing this curriculum you, as caregiver, set the stage for children's learning. Through planning and continual evaluation, the curriculum is able to be adapted to meet individual needs of each child and family.
The Creative Curriculum for Infants & Toddlers