South Carolina Standards & Learning (Pre-K)

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Subject: Early Childhood Education
Grade: Ages 3-5
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South Carolina Standards & Learning
Early Childhood Education
Grade: Ages 3-5 - Adopted: 2017
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Curiosity, Information-Seeking, and Eagerness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-1.Children show curiosity and express interest in the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-1j.Discover things that interest and amaze them and seek to share them with others.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-1k.Communicate interest to others through verbal and nonverbal means (take teacher to the science center to see a new animal).

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-1l.Show interest in a growing range of topics, ideas, and tasks.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Curiosity, Information-Seeking, and Eagerness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-2.Children actively seek to understand the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-2j.Use all available senses, tools, and a variety of strategies to explore the environment (drop objects in water to see if they sink or float).

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Grocery Store Conversations
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-2k.Purposely try different ways of doing things to see what and how they work (adjust blocks used as a ramp to make a ball roll faster and farther).

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Rhyming Toss
Rock Toss
The Number Stays the Same
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Play and Imagination
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-3.Children engage in increasingly complex play.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-3m.Engage in dramatic play themes that include interacting with other children, but often are not coordinated.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-3n.Talk to peers and share materials during play.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-3o.Engage in make-believe play with imaginary objects.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Tips for helping your child love reading
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-3p.Use language to begin and carry on play with others.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-3q.Express knowledge of their everyday lives and culture through play (uses chopsticks to eat, pretends to fix hair the way his/her family styles hair).

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Play and Imagination
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-4.Children demonstrate creativity, imagination, and inventiveness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-4j.Use materials (e.g., art materials, instruments, construction, writing implements) or actions to represent experiences or ideas in novel ways.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-4k.Experiment with language, musical sounds, and movement.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Risk-Taking, Problem-Solving, and Flexibility
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-5.Children show curiosity and express interest in the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-5k.Express a belief that they can do things that are hard.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-5l.Choose to participate in an increasing variety of familiar and new experiences.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-5m.Accept new challenges when offered.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-5n.Try things they are not sure they can do, while avoiding dangerous risks.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Attentiveness, Effort and Persistence
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-7.Children demonstrate initiative.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-7h.Show increasing independence and purpose when making choices (“I want to go to blocks.”).

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-7i.Express goals or plans and follow through on them (“I’m going to draw my house.”).

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Celebrate Learning
Setting Summer Learning Goals
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-7j.Makes decisions about materials needed to carry out a task.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Attentiveness, Effort and Persistence
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.APL-8.Children maintain attentiveness and focus.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-8h.Focus on age-appropriate activities for a short period of time, even with interruptions (continue working on a puzzle even though another child sitting nearby is laughing and talking).

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-8i.Remain engaged in more complex activities that they have chosen.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.APL-8j.Maintain focus and return to an activity after a break.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-1.Children demonstrate a positive sense of self-identity and self-awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-1k.Describe self (characteristics that can be seen, things they can do, things they like, and possessions).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-1l.Express a sense of belonging to a group (say “There’s Kirby from my class,” move to stand with own group upon request, “I am a girl.”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-1m.Use own first and last name.

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Morning Message
Name Game
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-1n.Choose activities they like and name their favorite activities.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-2.Children demonstrate a positive sense of self-identity and self-awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-2a.Express positive feelings about themselves by showing and/or telling others about themselves, things they like, or things they have done.

ReadyRosie
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-2b.Express the belief that they can do many things.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-2c.Try new activities and attempt new challenges.

ReadyRosie
Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-3.Children form relationships and interact positively with familiar adults who are consistent and responsive to their needs.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-3q.Given time, form positive relationships with new teachers or caregivers.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-4.Children form relationships and interact positively with other children.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-4k.Demonstrate social skills when interacting with other children (turn taking, conflict resolution, sharing).

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-4l.Form and maintain friendships with a few other children.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-4m.Identify another child as a friend.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-4n.Approach other children easily, expecting positive interactions.

ReadyRosie
Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-4o.Show ease and comfort in their interactions with familiar children.

ReadyRosie
Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-5.Children demonstrate the social and behavioral skills needed to successfully participate in groups.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-5l.Often make requests clearly and effectively.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-5m.Show awareness that their actions affect others (move carefully around classmate’s block structure).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-5o.Work to resolve conflicts effectively, with guidance and support.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-5q.Recognize and honor cultural differences.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning About Feelings
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-6.Children identify, manage, and express their feelings.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-6l.Express a range of emotions (happiness, sadness, fear, anger, disgust, tenderness, hostility, shame, guilt, satisfaction, and love) with their face, body, vocal sounds, and words.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-6m.Use a variety of words or signs to express and manage feelings more clearly.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-6n.Describe reasons for their feelings (“I’m sad because Grandma’s leaving.” “That makes me mad when you do that!”).

ReadyRosie
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning About Feelings
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.ESD-7.Children recognize and respond appropriately to the needs and feelings of others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-7j.Try to comfort another child or an adult who is upset (bring a comfort object, pat the person on the back).

ReadyRosie
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-7k.Communicate concern for others (share a toy with someone who doesn’t have one, ask, “Are you OK?”).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.ESD-7m.Show awareness that other people have different feelings (“I like raisins but he doesn’t.” “I’m scared on that ride but she isn’t.”).

ReadyRosie
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Physical Health and Growth
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-1.Children develop healthy eating habits.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-1p.Try new foods.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Motor Development
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-4.Children develop the large muscle control and abilities needed to move through and explore their environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-4l.Demonstrate strength and balance by managing uneven surfaces such as hills, ramps, and steps.

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Follow the Leader
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-4m.Refine movements and show generally good coordination (e.g., throwing and catching).

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Follow the Leader
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-4n.Demonstrate large muscle control by throwing balls accurately, sliding down slides, pedaling riding toys, and using assistive technology effectively.

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Rhyming Toss
Rock Toss
The Number Stays the Same
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-4o.Move in space with good coordination (running, hopping in place, galloping).

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Follow the Leader
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Motor Development
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-5.Children develop small muscle control and hand-eye coordination to manipulate objects and work with tools.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-5j.Draw simple shapes and figures (square for block, circles).

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Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-5k.Engage in activities that require hand-eye coordination (build with manipulatives, mold Play-Doh, work puzzles with smaller pieces).

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Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-5l.Use tools that require strength, control, and dexterity of small muscles (forks, crayons, markers, safety scissors, and adapted tools).

ReadyRosie
Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Self-Care
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-6.Children develop awareness of their needs and the ability to communicate their needs.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-6h.Use words, signs, or sign language to ask for the things they need (food when hungry, drink when thirsty, go outdoors when they need to be physically active).

ReadyRosie
Behavior is a form of communication
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Self-Care
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-7.Children develop independence in caring for themselves and their environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-7l.Follow basic hygiene practices with reminders (brush teeth, wash hands, use toilet, cough into elbow).

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Rub a Dub Counting
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-7p.Name people who help children stay healthy.

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Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Safety Awareness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.HPD-8.Children develop awareness of basic safety rules and begin to follow them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-8i.Know what their bodies can do, and play within their abilities to avoid injury to self or others.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-8j.Usually recognize and avoid objects and situations that might cause harm.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-8k.Usually follow established safety rules.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.HPD-8l.Call a trusted adult when someone gets injured or is in an unsafe situation.

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How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-1.Children understand communications from others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-1k.Show understanding of increasingly complex sentences.

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Comparing Vegetables
Following Directions
Grocery Store Conversations
How can I help my child learn new words?
I'm Thinking of an Animal
Kitchen Labeling
Pantry Talk Description
Predicting Vocabulary
Silent Opposites
Sink or Float
Take Away
Think About It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-1l.With prompting and support, respond to requests for information or action.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-1m.Follow simple multistep directions with visual cues, if needed.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-2.Children participate in conversations with peers and adults.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-2i.Demonstrate an understanding that people communicate in many ways (gestures, facial expressions, multiple spoken languages, sign language, and augmentative communication).

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Baby Photo Fun
Book Selection
Just the Facts
Making Connections PreK
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Selecting Books
Text to Self Connections
Tips for storytelling: Using your voice
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-2.j.Initiate and carry on conversations, and ask questions about things that interest them.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-2k.With prompting and support, make comments and ask questions related to the topic of discussion.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-3.Children ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-3d.Answer longer questions using more detail.

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Baby Photo Fun
Color Word Sentences
Why should we tell family stories?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-3e.Use sentences or questions to ask for things (people, actions, objects, pets) or gain information.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-4.Children communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-4i.Communicate messages with expression, tone, and inflection appropriate to the situation.

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Behavior is a form of communication
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-5.Children describe familiar people, places, things, and events.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-5d.Talk to themselves and others about what they are “working on,” what they are doing, routines, and events of the day.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Putting Away the Groceries
Table Riddles
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-5e.Describe experiences and create or retell short narratives.

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Book Bag Descriptions
Family Movie Night
Family Photos
My Favorite Part
Putting Away the Groceries
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Retelling the Story
Table Riddles
Tips for helping your child love reading
Tips for storytelling: Using gestures
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-6.Children use most grammatical constructions of their home language well.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-6g.Communicate in longer sentences and use more conventional grammar in their home language (plurals, tenses, prepositions).

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All Mixed Up
Family Photos
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Who Should We Ask?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-6h.Make grammatical errors that follow language rules (say, “mouses” instead of “mice”).

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All Mixed Up
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-7.Children respond to and use a growing vocabulary.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-7l.Repeat familiar songs, chants, or rhymes.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-7m.Use more than one word for the same object and use words for parts of objects (e.g., dog, beagle, Rover; arm, leg).

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-7n.Make up names for things using words they know (e.g., dog doctor for veterinarian).

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-7o.Use many kinds of cues in the environment to figure out what words mean.

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Comparing Vegetables
Following Directions
Grocery Store Conversations
How can I help my child learn new words?
I'm Thinking of an Animal
Kitchen Labeling
Pantry Talk Description
Predicting Vocabulary
Silent Opposites
Sink or Float
Take Away
Think About It
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-8.Children develop interest in books and motivation to read.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-8j.Engage in reading behaviors independently (choose books, turn pages but not always in order, tell the story).

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Reading Routines for Early Readers
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Tips for helping your child love reading
Words on the Page
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-8k.Show an interest in books, other print, and reading related activities.

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Reading Routines for Early Readers
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-8l.Listen to and discuss storybooks, simple information books, and poetry.

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Family Movie Night
Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-9.Children develop book knowledge and print awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-9h.Hold a book upright while turning pages one by one front to back, but not always in order.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Words on the Page
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-9i.With prompting and support, recognize print occurs in different forms and is used for a variety of functions (sign naming block structure, “message” on card for family member).

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Shopping for Clothes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-9j.Demonstrate an understanding that print and symbols can tell people what to do (to organize classroom activities—where to store things, when they will have a turn).

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-10.Children comprehend and use information presented in books and other print media.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-10i.Imitate the special language in storybooks and story dialogue with some accuracy and detail.

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Reading a Book for the Second Time
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-10j.With prompting and support, use books and other media that communicate information to learn about the world by looking at pictures, asking questions, and talking about the information.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-10l.Relate personal experiences to events described in familiar books, with prompting and support.

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Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Picture Walk Predictions
Text to Self Connections
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-10m.Ask questions about a story or the information in a book.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Think About It
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-10n.With prompting and support, discuss storybooks by responding to questions about what is happening and predicting what will happen next.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Book Bag Descriptions
Book Selection
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Making Connections PreK
My Favorite Part
Picture Walk Predictions
Reading Routines for Early Readers
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Selecting Books
Text to Self Connections
Think About It
Tips for helping your child love reading
Toy Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-11.Children develop phonological awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-11g.Participate in experiences with songs, poems, and books that have rhyme and wordplay, and learn words well enough to complete refrains and fill in missing words and sounds.

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Finish the Rhyme
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-11h.Repeat rhythmic patterns in poems and songs using words, clapping, marching, and/or using instruments.

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Finish the Rhyme
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-11i.Play with the sounds of language and begin to identify rhymes (make up silly-sounding words, repeat rhyming words).

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making a Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-12.Children begin to develop knowledge of the alphabet and the alphabetic principle.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-12b.Demonstrate an interest in learning the alphabet.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-12c.Recognize letters of the alphabet as a special category of print, different from pictures, shapes, and numerals.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-12d.Recognize and name some letters of the alphabet, especially those in their own name.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Morning Message
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-13.Children use writing and other symbols to record information and communicate for a variety of purposes.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-13c.Represent thoughts and ideas through marks, scribbles, drawings, and paintings (draw a picture of something they did during the day, indicate what they want for lunch with a mark under the picture of the food they want).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-13d.With prompting and support, communicate their thoughts for an adult to write.

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Stuffed Animal Stories
Weekend News
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-13e.Engage in writing behaviors that imitate real-life situations (e.g., make marks to take food order during pretend restaurant play).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-14.Children use knowledge of letters in their attempts to write.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-14a.Begin to use letters and approximations of letters to write their name.

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Jump Rope Letters
Making a Grocery List
Morning Message
Name Game
Silverware Alphabet
Weekend News
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-14c.Show they know that written words are made up of particular letters (point to the first letter of their own name, find the first letter of their own name in a list of letters).

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Looking for Letters in Ads
Reading with Jack and Jill
Starting a Word Bank
Words on the Page
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.LDC-15.Children use writing skills and conventions.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-15f.Use a variety of writing tools and materials with purpose and control (pencils, chalk, markers, crayons, paintbrushes, finger paint, and computers.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-15g.Make marks they call “writing” that look different from drawings (vertical series of marks for a “grocery list,” horizontal line of marks for a “story”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.LDC-15h.Play with writing letters and make letter-like forms.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Jump Rope Letters
Making a Grocery List
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Weekend News
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Number Sense
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-1.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of numbers and quantity during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1k.Visually compare two groups of objects that are obviously equal or unequal in quantity and communicate that they are the same or different, and, if appropriate, which one has more and/or which one has less. (If child is offered two plates of crackers can select the preferred amount and can explain that he wanted more (or less).

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Acorns and Pinecones
Make a Tower of Ten
Sharing Goldfish
Snack Fractions
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1l.Rote count to 10 with increasing accuracy.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1m.Count up to 5 objects arranged in a line using one-to-one correspondence with increasing accuracy and answer the question, “How many are there?”

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1n.Recognize numerals up to 5 during play and daily activities.

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Fruit Salad
Magazine Number Hunt
Numbers Everywhere
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1o.Match numerals 1-5 to sets of objects, with guidance and support.

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More than Ten
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-1p.Write numerals or number-like forms up to 5 during play and daily activities.

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Find My Number
May I Take your Order?
My Address
Taking Inventory
Three Ways to Show a Number
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Number Sense
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-2.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of numbers and operations during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-2o.Use observation and counting (not always correctly) to find out how many things are needed during play and other daily activities (figure out how many spoons are needed for snack, find enough dolls so each person has one when playing in the dramatic play area).

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-2p.Show they understand that putting objects together in a set will make a bigger set, and removing objects from a set will make a smaller set.

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Domino Match-Up
How Many in a Set?
More Grapes
More than Ten
Quick Dots
Show Me
Slap One More
Three Ways to Show a Number
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Algebraic Thinking
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-3.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of algebraic thinking by sorting, describing, extending, and creating simple patterns during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-3e.Sort familiar objects into categories (cars with cars, plates separated from cups; rectangle blocks on one shelf and square blocks on another).

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-3f.Identify familiar objects as the same or different.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-3g.Recognize simple repeating patterns (AB type patterns) and attempt to repeat or extend them during play (repeat a movement pattern during a song, extend a line of blocks in alternating colors).

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Geometry and Spatial Understanding
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-4.Children begin to identify, describe, classify, and understand shape, size, direction and movement during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-4i.Respond to and begin to use words describing positions (in, on, over, under, etc.).

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Bookcase Problem
Finding the Groceries
Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Following Directions
Jump to It
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Mirror, Mirror
Near and Far
Race Car Transformations
Stuffed Animal Olympics
Treasure Map
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-4j.Name or match a few 2- and 3-dimensional shapes (circle, sphere, square, triangle, cone) and describe their differences.

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Building Houses
Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations of Measurement and Data Analysis
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-5.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of measurement (the idea of repeating the use of an object to measure) and a beginning understanding of data analysis through comparing, and interpreting data during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-5f.Use descriptive language for size, length, or weight (short, tall, long, heavy, big).

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Bookcase Problem
Building Houses
Buying Oranges
Comparing Vegetables
Grocery Store Weights
How Many Can I Grab?
Leap Frog Measure
Measuring the Table
Near and Far
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-5g.Compare the size or weight of two objects and identify which one is the longer/taller/heavier than the other (“That rock is heavier than this one. I can lift it. The snake is longer than the worm.”)

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Bookcase Problem
Building Houses
Buying Oranges
Comparing Vegetables
Grocery Store Weights
How Many Can I Grab?
Leap Frog Measure
Measuring the Table
Near and Far
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-5j.Recognize routines with time passing throughout the day (identifying circle time, snack time, outside play, etc.)

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All About My Day
How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Which Takes Longer?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.MTC-6.Children use mathematical thinking to solve problems in their everyday environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-6a.Seek answers to questions by using mathematical thinking (i.e. reasoning and problem solving) during play and daily activities (determine who is taller by standing next to classmate; find two smaller blocks to replace larger block).

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Special Day Countdown
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.MTC-6b.Use drawing and concrete materials to represent and communicate mathematical ideas (draw many circles to show “lots of people,” put craft sticks in a pile to show the number of children who want crackers for snack).

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Special Day Countdown
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-1.Children use their senses to construct knowledge about the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-1h.Explore objects, tools, and, materials systematically to learn about their properties (weigh an object, observe something from the top of the object to the bottom).

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Buying Oranges
Grocery Store Weights
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-1i.Express knowledge gathered through their senses using play, various art forms, language, and other forms of representation. (Show an understanding that one block is heavier than another, that play dough can be modeled into longer and shorter logs, that blocks can be used to represent a telephone).

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Grocery Store Conversations
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-1j.Enjoys fantasy and make-believe and can sometimes distinguish appearance from reality (the person behind the mask remains the same person).

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Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-1k.Group familiar objects that go together (shoe and sock, brush and paint, hammer and nail).

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-2.Children recall information and use it for addressing new situations and problems.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-2t.Ask questions about why things happen and try to understand cause and effect.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-3.Children demonstrate the ability to think about their own thinking: reasoning, taking perspectives, and making decisions.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-3f.Uses language to identify pretend or fantasy situations (say, “Let’s pretend we’re going on a trip.” “That’s a pretend story.”).

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Morning Message
Name Game
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-3g.Uses words like “think” and “know” to talk about thoughts and beliefs.

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Comparing Vegetables
Guess My Shape
Pantry Sort 1
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-3h.Recognize that beliefs and desires can determine what people do (e.g., a person will look for a missing object based on where they think it is rather than where it actually is).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-3i.Remember and describe, at the end of the day what they had done while at school.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Creative Expression
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-4.Children demonstrate appreciation for different forms of artistic expression.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-4p.Express pleasure in different forms of art (express preferences, choose to look at book of photographs or listen to music again).

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-4q.Participate in, describe, and ask questions about art, music, dance, drama, or other aesthetic experiences (describe dancers spinning round and round; talk about colors in a painting).

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Creative Expression
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-5.Children demonstrate self-expression and creativity in a variety of forms and contexts, including play, visual arts, music, theater, and dance.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-5m.Choose to participate and express themselves through a variety of creative experiences, such as art, music, movement, dance, and dramatic play.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-5n.Show creativity and imagination when using materials and assuming roles during pretend play.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-5o.Explore the properties of art materials and use them with purpose to draw, paint, sculpt, and create in other ways.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-6.Children demonstrate knowledge of relationships and roles within their own families, homes, classrooms, and communities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-6h.Talk about close family members, name their relationships to each other, and describe family routines (“Marika is my sister.” “My grandma takes care of me at night.”).

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-6i.Adopt roles of family and community members during play, given support and realistic props.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-7.Children recognize that they are members of different groups (e.g., family, preschool class, cultural group).
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-7d.Identify self as a part of a specific family, preschool class, or other familiar group (e.g., point to picture and say, That’s my family,” or “I’m in Ms. Emily’s class.”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-8.Children identify and demonstrate acceptance of similarities and differences between themselves and others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-8d.Show acceptance of people who are different from themselves as well as people who are similar.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-8e.Given support and guidance, explore different cultural practices during play and planned activities.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (36 to 48 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Scientific Exploration and Knowledge
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 36-48.CD-11.Children explore the world by observing, manipulating objects, asking questions, making predictions, and developing generalizations.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-11j.Observe objects, materials, and everyday events, and describe what they notice (temperature, texture, size, weight, color, etc.).

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Grocery Store Conversations
Sink or Float
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 36-48.CD-11l.With guidance and support, use simple tools to investigate objects and materials (magnifying glass, sifter, ramps for rolling balls and cars).

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Rhyming Toss
Rock Toss
The Number Stays the Same
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Curiosity, Information-Seeking, and Eagerness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-1.Children show curiosity and express interest in the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-1m.Discover things that interest and amaze them and seek to share them with others.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-1n.Communicate interest to others through verbal and nonverbal means (take teacher to the science center to see a new animal).

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-1o.Show interest in a growing range of topics, ideas, and tasks.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-1p.Demonstrate interest in mastering new skills (e.g., writing name, riding a bike, dancing, and building skills).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Curiosity, Information-Seeking, and Eagerness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-2.Children actively seek to understand the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-2l.Ask questions to find out more about the things that interest them, including questions about future events.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Play and Imagination
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-3.Children engage in increasingly complex play.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-3r.Develop and sustain more complex pretend play themes in cooperation with peers.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-3s.Use more complex and varied language to share ideas and influence others during play.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-3t.Choose to use new knowledge and skills during play (add features to dramatic play scene related to class project, write list, build structure like displayed picture).

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-3u.Demonstrate their cultural values and “rules” through play (tells another child, “That’s not what we eat for breakfast.”).

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Play and Imagination
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-4.Children demonstrate creativity, imagination, and inventiveness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-4l.Plan play scenarios (dramatic play, construction), and use or create a variety of props or tools to enact them.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-4m.Expand the variety of roles taken during dramatic play and add more actions, language, or props to enact roles.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-4n.Use materials or actions in increasingly varied and resourceful ways to represent experiences or ideas.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-4o.Make up stories, songs, or dances for fun during play.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-4p.Invents new games.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Risk-Taking, Problem-Solving, and Flexibility
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-5.Children show curiosity and express interest in the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-5o.Express a belief that they can do things that are hard.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-5p.Approach new experiences independently.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-5q.Ask to participate in new experiences that they have observed or heard about.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-5r.Independently seek new challenges.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Attentiveness, Effort and Persistence
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-7.Children demonstrate initiative.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-7k.Show increasing independence and purpose when making choices (“I’m going to the block area to make a track for my race car.”).

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-7l.Independently identify and seek things they need to complete activities or tasks (gather supplies and make a birthday card with a message).

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-7m.Set simple goals that extend over time, make plans and follow through (“Let’s make a rocket ship. We need blocks.”).

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Celebrate Learning
Setting Summer Learning Goals
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Attentiveness, Effort and Persistence
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-8.Children maintain attentiveness and focus.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-8k.Sometimes able to focus on what is relevant to a task (sort multicolored wooden beads by shape).

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Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-8l.Consistently remain engaged in self-directed activities.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-8m.Shift attention back to a task after having been diverted from it.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.APL.Approaches to Play and Learning (APL) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Attentiveness, Effort and Persistence
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.APL-9.Children persist in challenging activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-9j.Plan and follow through on longer-term tasks (planting a seed and caring for the plant).

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.APL-9k.Keep trying until a challenging activity is complete despite distractions or interruptions (multi-piece puzzle started before lunch and completed later).

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-1.Children demonstrate a positive sense of self-identity and self-awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-1a.Describe themselves in concrete ways, with greater detail and accuracy (“My eyes are brown.” “I am tall.”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-1b.Express awareness that they are members of different groups (e.g., family, preschool class, ethnic group).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-1c.Choose to spend more time on preferred activities, and express awareness of skills they are developing.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-2.Children demonstrate a positive sense of self-identity and self-awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-2n.Express positive feelings about themselves by showing and/or telling others about themselves, things they like, or things they have done.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-2o.Express the belief that they can do many things.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-2p.Stick with tasks even when they are challenging.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-2q.Express opinions about their abilities in different areas (“I’m a good friend.” I can run fast.” “I know all my letters!”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-3.Children form relationships and interact positively with familiar adults who are consistent and responsive to their needs.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-3u.Form positive relationships with new teachers or caregivers over time.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-3v.Use language effectively to continue conversations with familiar adults and to influence their behavior (ask for help, ask an adult to do something).

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Following Directions
Grandparent Storytime
Morning Message
Phone Fun
Talking About Your Feelings
Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-4.Children form relationships and interact positively with other children.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-4p.Demonstrate social skills when interacting with other children (turn taking, conflict resolution, sharing).

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-4q.Form and maintain friendships with other children of diverse cultural backgrounds and abilities.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-4r.Seek and give support with children they identify as friends.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-4s.Use language effectively to have conversations with other children and influence another child’s behavior (negotiate sharing a toy, plan how to build a block tower together).

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
How can I stop my kids from fighting?
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Talking About Your Feelings
Who has the Biggest Number?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-4t.Play and interact cooperatively with other children (work on project together, exchange ideas).

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Developing a Sense of Self with Others
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-5.Children demonstrate the social and behavioral skills needed to successfully participate in groups.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5r.Follow social rules, transitions, and routines that have been explained to them.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5s.Make requests clearly and effectively most of the time.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5u.Anticipate consequences and plan ways to solve problems effectively, with guidance and support.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5v.Use a variety of strategies to solve problems and conflicts with increasing independence.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5w.Express respect and caring for all people, including people with disabilities.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-5x.Recognize and honor cultural differences.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning About Feelings
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-6.Children identify, manage, and express their feelings.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-6o.Express a range of emotions happiness, sadness, fear, anger, disgust, tenderness, hostility, shame, guilt, satisfaction, and love) with their face, body, vocal sounds, and words.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-6p.Independently manage and express feelings effectively most of the time.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-6q.Use a larger vocabulary for talking about different feelings (“I’m frustrated with that puzzle!” “I’m excited about our trip.”).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-6r.Give reasons for their feelings that may include thoughts and beliefs as well as outside events (“I’m happy because I wanted to win and I did.”).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-6s.Use problem-solving strategies when feeling angry or frustrated.

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How should I handle temper tantrums?
Talking About Your Feelings
STANDARD / COURSE SC.36-48.ESD.Emotional and Social Development (ESD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning About Feelings
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.ESD-7.Children recognize and respond appropriately to the needs and feelings of others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-7n.Communicate understanding and empathy for others’ feelings.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-7o.Show awareness that their behavior can affect the feelings of others (say, “I didn’t mean to scare you when I yelled.”).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.ESD-7p.Choose to act in ways that show respect for others’ feelings and points of view most of the time with guidance and support (compliment each other during play, work out conflicts, show respect for opinions expressed by others).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Physical Health and Growth
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-1.Children develop healthy eating habits.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-1s.Try new foods.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-1v.Talk about variety and amount of foods needed to be healthy (can identify what is missing from their meal).

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Motor Development
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-4.Children develop the large muscle control and abilities needed to move through and explore their environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-4p.Coordinate movement of upper and lower body.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-4q.Perform complex movements smoothly (skipping, balancing on beams, hopping from one place to another).

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Follow the Leader
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-4r.Move quickly through the environment and stop (run fast, pedal fast).

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Follow the Leader
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-4s.Show awareness of own body in relation to other people and objects while moving through space.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Motor Development
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-5.Children develop small muscle control and hand-eye coordination to manipulate objects and work with tools.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-5m.Draw and write smaller figures with more detail (faces with features, letters, or letter-like forms).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-5n.Engage in complex hand-eye coordination activities with a moderate degree of precision and control (fasten clothing, cut shapes, put together small pieces).

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Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Self-Care
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-6.Children develop awareness of their needs and the ability to communicate their needs.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-6i.Use language to ask adults or peers specifically for the kind of help needed in a particular situation.

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How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Self-Care
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-7.Children develop independence in caring for themselves and their environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-7t.Describe the value of good health practices (wash hands to get rid of germs, drink milk to build strong bones).

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Rub a Dub Counting
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.HPD.Health and Physical Development (HPD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Safety Awareness
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.HPD-8.Children develop awareness of basic safety rules and begin to follow them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-8m.Avoid potentially dangerous behaviors.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-8n.Consistently recognize and avoid objects, substances, and activities, within the environment that might cause harm.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-8o.Independently follow established safety rules.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.HPD-8p.Identify people who can help them in the community (police, firefighter, nurse).

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Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-1.Children understand communications from others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-1n.Show understanding of increasingly complex sentences.

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Comparing Vegetables
Following Directions
Grocery Store Conversations
How can I help my child learn new words?
I'm Thinking of an Animal
Kitchen Labeling
Pantry Talk Description
Predicting Vocabulary
Silent Opposites
Sink or Float
Take Away
Think About It
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-1o.Respond to requests for information or action.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-1p.Follow more detailed multistep directions.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-2.Children participate in conversations with peers and adults..
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-2l.Express an understanding that people communicate in many ways (gestures, facial expressions, multiple spoken languages, sign language, and augmentative communication).

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Baby Photo Fun
Book Selection
Just the Facts
Making Connections PreK
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Selecting Books
Text to Self Connections
Tips for storytelling: Using your voice
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-2m.Initiate and carry on conversations that involve multiple back and forth communications or turns between the persons involved in the conversation.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-2n.Initiate and participate in conversations related to interests of their own or the persons they are communicating with.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-2o.Participate in a group discussion, making comments and asking questions related to the topic.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-3.Children ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-3f.Answer more complex questions with an explanation (“I didn’t like camping out because it rained.” “Emily is my friend because she’s nice to me.”)

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Baby Photo Fun
Color Word Sentences
Why should we tell family stories?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-3g.Ask specific questions to learn more about their world, understand tasks, and solve problems.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-4.Children communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-4k.Use language and nonverbal cues to communicate thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and intentions.

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Behavior is a form of communication
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-4l.Adapt their communication to meet social expectations (speak quietly in library, speak politely to older relative).

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Choosing the Right Voice
Taking Turns
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-4n.States point of view, likes and dislikes.

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Book Selection
Selecting Books
Using a Menu to Order
What's for Dinner?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-4p.Expresses ideas in more than one way.

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Behavior is a form of communication
Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-5.Children describe familiar people, places, things, and events.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-5f.Describe experiences and create and/or retell longer narratives.

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Book Bag Descriptions
Family Movie Night
Family Photos
My Favorite Part
Putting Away the Groceries
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Retelling the Story
Table Riddles
Tips for helping your child love reading
Tips for storytelling: Using gestures
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-6.Children use most grammatical constructions of their home language well.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-6i.Speak in full sentences that are grammatically correct most of the time.

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All Mixed Up
Family Photos
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Learning to Communicate
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-7.Children respond to and use a growing vocabulary.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-7p.Repeat familiar songs, chants, or rhymes.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-7q.Use a growing vocabulary that includes many kinds of words to express ideas clearly.

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-7r.Infer the meaning of different kinds of new words from the context in which they are used (for example, hear “sandals” and “boots” used to describe two pairs of shoes, and infer that the unfamiliar shoes must be sandals because they know that the other pair of shoes are boots).

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Comparing Vegetables
Following Directions
Grocery Store Conversations
How can I help my child learn new words?
I'm Thinking of an Animal
Kitchen Labeling
Pantry Talk Description
Predicting Vocabulary
Silent Opposites
Sink or Float
Take Away
Think About It
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-8.Children develop interest in books and motivation to read.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-8m.Engage in reading behaviors independently with increased focus for longer periods of time.

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Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Reading Routines for Early Readers
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-8n.Use and share books and print in their play.

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Reading Routines for Early Readers
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-8o.Listen to and discuss increasingly complex storybooks, information books, and poetry.

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Getting Information from Pictures
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Just the Facts
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-9.Children develop book knowledge and print awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9k.Hold a book upright while turning pages one by one from front to back.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Words on the Page
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9l.Recognize print in different forms for a variety of functions (writing a message to friend, pointing to print and saying, “Those words tell the story”, or reading familiar signs in the environment).

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Making a Grocery List
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
Using a Menu to Order
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9m.Recognize print and symbols used to organize classroom activities and show understanding of their meaning (put toys in box with correct symbol and name; check sign-up sheet for popular activity; check schedule to learn next activity).

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9n.With prompting and support, run their finger under or over print as they pretend to read text.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Words on the Page
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9o.Demonstrate an understanding of some basic print conventions (the concept of what a letter is, the concept of words, directionality of print).

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Jump Rope Letters
Kitchen Labeling
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Looking for Letters in Ads
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Morning Message
My Address
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Starting a Word Bank
Stomp the Letter
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Words on the Page
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-9p.Identify their name and the names of some friends when they see them in print.

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Morning Message
Name Game
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-10.Children comprehend and use information presented in books and other print media.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10o.Imitate the special language in story- books and story dialogue with accuracy and detail.

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Reading a Book for the Second Time
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10p.Use informational texts and other media to learn about the world, and infer from illustrations, ask questions and talk about the information.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10r.Relate personal experiences to an increasing variety of events described in familiar and new books.

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Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
Picture Walk Predictions
Text to Self Connections
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10s.Ask more focused and detailed questions about a story or the information in a book.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Think About It
Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10t.Discuss storybooks by responding to questions about what is happening and predicting what will happen next.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Book Bag Descriptions
Book Selection
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Making Connections PreK
My Favorite Part
Picture Walk Predictions
Reading Routines for Early Readers
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Selecting Books
Text to Self Connections
Think About It
Tips for helping your child love reading
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-10u.Discuss storybooks by responding to questions about the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

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Asking Wh- Questions
Book Bag Descriptions
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Making Connections PreK
My Favorite Part
Reading Routines for Early Readers
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Recalling What Happened in a Story
Think About It
Tips for helping your child love reading
Toy Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-11.Children develop phonological awareness.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-11j.Distinguishes between similar sounding words (e.g., tree and three).

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-11k.Enjoy rhymes and wordplay, with songs, poems, and books and sometimes add their own variations.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-11l.Repeat a variety of rhythmic patterns in poems and songs using words, clapping, marching, and/or instruments to repeat the rhythm or beat syllables.

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Finish the Rhyme
Frog Hopping
Grocery Sack Syllables
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sequences of Sounds
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-11m.Play with the sounds of language, identify a variety of rhymes, create some rhymes, and recognize the first sounds in some words.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making a Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-11n.Associate sounds with specific words, such as awareness that different words begin with the same sound.

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Frog Hopping
Listen My Children
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Reading
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-12.Children begin to develop knowledge of the alphabet and the alphabetic principle.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-12e.Demonstrate an interest in learning the alphabet.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-12f.Show they know that letters function to represent sounds in spoken words.

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Looking for Letters in Ads
Reading with Jack and Jill
Starting a Word Bank
Words on the Page
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-12g.Recognize and name many letters of the alphabet, especially those in their own name and in the names of others who are important to them.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Morning Message
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-12h.Make some sound-to-letter matches, using letter name knowledge (notice the letter B with picture of ball and say, “Ball”; say, “A-a-apple.”).

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Frog Hopping
Listen My Children
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-12i.Associate sounds with the letters at the beginning of some words, such as awareness that two words begin with the same letter and the same sound.

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Making a Grocery List
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-13.Children use writing and other symbols to record information and communicate for a variety of purposes.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-13f.Represent thoughts and ideas in drawings and by writing letters or letter-like forms.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-13g.Incorporate representations of signs, logos or others commonly used symbols into their drawing or writing to communicate the messages that they convey.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-13h.Communicate their thoughts for an adult to write.

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Stuffed Animal Stories
Weekend News
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-13i.Independently engage in writing behaviors for various purposes (e.g., write symbols or letters for names, use materials at writing center, write lists with symbols/letters in pretend play, write messages that include letters or symbols).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-13j.Engage in discussions regarding different purposes (enjoyment, information) and forms of writing (narrative, informational and opinion).

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-14.Children use knowledge of letters in their attempts to write.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-14d.Use known letters and approximations of letters to write their own name and some familiar words.

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Making a Grocery List
Morning Message
Name Game
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-14e.Try to connect the sounds in a spoken word with letters in the written word (write “M” and say, “This is Mommy.”).

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Making a Grocery List
Name Game
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.LDC.Language Development and Communication (LDC) Domain Indicators (48 to 60+ months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Writing
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.LDC-15.Children use writing skills and conventions.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-15i.Use a variety of writing tools and materials with increasing precision.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.LDC-15j.Imitate adult writing conventions that they have observed (write groups of letter-like forms separated by spaces, try to write on a line, press Enter key on computer after typing a series of “words”).

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Number Sense
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-1.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of numbers and quantity during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1q.Compare the amount of items in small sets of objects (up to 5 objects) by matching or counting and use language such as “more than” and “less than” to describe the sets of objects.

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Domino Match-Up
How Many in a Set?
More Grapes
More than Ten
Quick Dots
Show Me
Slap One More
Three Ways to Show a Number
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1r.Show an understanding of magnitude by recognizing larger sets when compared to smaller sets and describe how they are different.

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More than Ten
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1s.Rote count to 20 with increasing accuracy.

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How Many Can I Grab?
Keep It Up
Penny Drop
Rub a Dub Counting
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1t.Count up to 10 objects in a variety of ways (e.g., left to right, right to left, in stacks, etc.)

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1u.Count up to 10 objects arranged in a line using one-to-one correspondence with increasing accuracy, and answer the question “How many are there?”

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1v.Recognize numerals up to 10 and attempt to write them or number-like forms during play and daily activities.

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Fruit Salad
Magazine Number Hunt
Numbers Everywhere
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1w.Match numerals 1–10 to sets of objects, with guidance and support.

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More than Ten
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1x.Recognize that objects can be counted as part of different groups (forks can be counted alone, or as part of a set of utensils)

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1y.Given a number 0–5, count out that many objects.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1aa.Tell what number comes next or what number came before another number when counting.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-1ab.Show understanding of first, next, and last during play and daily activities (answer questions about who is first and last to slide down the slide; say, “The engine is first, and the caboose is last” when making a train).

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Sequences of Sounds
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Number Sense
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-2.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of numbers and operations during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-2d.Use observation and counting with increasing accuracy to answer questions such as “How many do we need?” and “How many more do we need?” during play and other daily activities (count new children to see how many more plates are needed for snack; return extra drinks to cooler at picnic to arrive at the correct number).

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-2e.Show different ways a set of up to five objects can be decomposed (broken apart) or composed (put together) (e.g., 5 objects can be broken into 2 and 3 objects and 2 and 3 can be combined to make 5 objects).

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Domino Match-Up
How Many in a Set?
More Grapes
More than Ten
Quick Dots
Show Me
Slap One More
Three Ways to Show a Number
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Algebraic Thinking
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-3.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of algebraic thinking by sorting, describing, extending, and creating simple patterns during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-3h.Sort a group of objects (0–10) using one attribute (color, size, shape, quantity) with increasing accuracy (sort blocks by shape and place like-shaped blocks on the shelf; sort beads by color or another attribute).

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-3i.Describe, duplicate, and extend simple repeating patterns (two-part patterns) using concrete objects (look at a pattern of beads and tell what bead comes next in the pattern).

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-3j.Show beginning abilities to create simple repeating patterns.

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations for Geometry and Spatial Understanding
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-4.Children begin to identify, describe, classify, and understand shape, size, direction and movement during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-4l.Consistently use a variety of words for positions in space (in, on, over, under, etc.), and follow directions using these words.

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Bookcase Problem
Finding the Groceries
Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Following Directions
Jump to It
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Mirror, Mirror
Near and Far
Race Car Transformations
Stuffed Animal Olympics
Treasure Map
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-4m.Use 2- and 3-dimensional shapes to represent real world objects (say, “We are building a castle and we need a round block for the tunnel.” “I glued a circle and a square on my picture to make a house.”).

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Building Houses
Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-4n.Identify basic 2- and 3-dimensional shapes (square, circle, triangle) in the environment.

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Building Houses
Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-4o.Name basic 2 and 3-dimensional shapes (square, prism, circle, sphere, triangle, pyramid, hexagon), and describe their characteristics using informal descriptive and geometric attributes (“That’s a triangle; it’s pointy.” “It’s a circle because it’s round.”).

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Building Houses
Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Foundations of Measurement and Data Analysis
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-5.Children demonstrate a beginning understanding of measurement (the idea of repeating the use of an object to measure) and a beginning understanding of data analysis through comparing, and interpreting data during play and other activities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-5k.Use descriptive language for size, length, or weight (short, tall, long, heavy, and big).

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Bookcase Problem
Building Houses
Buying Oranges
Comparing Vegetables
Grocery Store Weights
How Many Can I Grab?
Leap Frog Measure
Measuring the Table
Near and Far
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-5l.Directly compare more than two objects by size, length, or weight (“That rock is heavier than these others; I can’t lift it.” Look at three strings that are different lengths and select the longest string).

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Bookcase Problem
Building Houses
Buying Oranges
Comparing Vegetables
Grocery Store Weights
How Many Can I Grab?
Leap Frog Measure
Measuring the Table
Near and Far
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-5m.Put a few objects in order by size, length, or weight (arrange a group of 3 blocks in order from the shortest to the longest).

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How Many Can I Grab?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-5p.Recognize routines with time passing throughout the day (identifying circle time, snack time, outside play, etc.)

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All About My Day
How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Which Takes Longer?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.MTE.Mathematical Thinking and Expression (MTE) Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.MTC-6.Children use mathematical thinking to solve problems in their everyday environment.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-6d.Seek answers to questions during play and daily activities using an increasing variety of mathematical strategies (figure out how to balance a block structure; to build a bridge; to create a pattern with Legos).

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Special Day Countdown
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-6e.Use drawing, writing, and concrete materials to represent and communicate a variety of mathematical ideas (draw shapes to represent pattern; stack different-colored blocks to represent classmates’ answers to a survey question).

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Special Day Countdown
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.MTC-6f.Begin to explain how a mathematical problem was solved (“I saw that there was always a blue flower after a red flower so I knew to put a blue one next.” “I counted four friends who didn’t have crackers, so I got four more.”).

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Special Day Countdown
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-1.Children use their senses to construct knowledge about the world around them.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-1l.Explore objects, tools, and materials systematically to learn about their properties (weigh an object, observe something from the top of the object to the bottom).

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Buying Oranges
Grocery Store Weights
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-1m.Express knowledge gathered through their senses using play, various art forms, language, and other forms of representation (show an understanding that one block is heavier than another, that play dough can be modeled into longer and shorter logs, that blocks can be used to represent a telephone).

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Grocery Store Conversations
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-1n.Distinguish appearance from reality (the person behind a mask is still the same person; recognize that a fantasy story could not be real).

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Tips for helping your child love reading
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-1o.Organize and use information through matching, grouping, and sequencing.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-2.Children recall information and use it for addressing new situations and problems.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-2y.Try to reach logical conclusions (including conclusions regarding cause and effect) about familiar situations and materials, based on information gathered with their senses.

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Grocery Store Conversations
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Construction of Knowledge: Thinking and Reasoning
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-3.Children demonstrate the ability to think about their own thinking: reasoning, taking perspectives, and making decisions.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-3j.Uses language to identify pretend or fantasy situations (say, “Let’s pretend we’re going on a trip.” “That’s a pretend story.”).

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Morning Message
Name Game
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-3k.Express understanding that others may have different thoughts, beliefs, or feelings than their own (“I like ketchup and you don’t.”).

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-3l.Use language to describe their thinking processes with adult support.

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Putting Away the Groceries
Table Riddles
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Creative Expression
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-4.Children demonstrate appreciation for different forms of artistic expression.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-4i.Express pleasure in different forms of art (express preferences, choose to look at book of photographs or listen to music again).

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-4j.Participate in, describe, and ask questions about art, music, dance, drama, or other aesthetic experiences (describe dancers spinning round and round; talk about colors in a painting).

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Creative Expression
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-5.Children demonstrate self-expression and creativity in a variety of forms and contexts, including play, visual arts, music, theater, and dance.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-5r.Choose to participate and express themselves through a variety of creative experiences, such as art, music, movement, dance, and dramatic play.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-5s.Plan and act out scenes based on books, stories, everyday life, and imagination.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-5t.Plan and complete artistic creations such as drawings, paintings, collages, and sculptures.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-6.Children demonstrate knowledge of relationships and roles within their own families, homes, classrooms, and communities.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-6k.Talk about a wide circle of family members and other people important to the family, their relationships to each other, and shared experiences.

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-6l.Adopt roles of a wide variety of family and community members during dramatic play, using props, language, and actions to add detail to their play.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-8.Children identify and demonstrate acceptance of similarities and differences between themselves and others.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-8f.Show acceptance of people who are different from themselves as well as people who are similar.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-8g.Talk about how other children have different family members and family structures than their own (“I live with my Grandma and Shanika lives with her Mom and Dad.” “David’s dad works but my Daddy stays home and takes care of me.”).

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-8h.Show acceptance of different cultures through exploration of varying customs and traditions, past and present (how people dress, how people speak, food, music, art, etc.).

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Social Connections
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-9.Children explore concepts connected with their daily experiences in their community.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-9i.Show awareness of the basic needs all families have (food, shelter, clothing) and how needs are met (work, help each other).

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My Address
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-9j.Demonstrate positive social behaviors and take personal responsibility as a member of a group (share, take turns, follow rules, take responsibility for classroom jobs).

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
STANDARD / COURSE SC.48-60.CD.Cognitive Development (CD) Domain Indicators (48 to 60 months)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS / ESSENTIAL QUESTION Scientific Exploration and Knowledge
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR / STANDARD 48-60.CD-11.Children explore the world by observing, manipulating objects, asking questions, making predictions, and developing generalizations.
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-11p.Compare objects, materials, and phenomena by observing and describing their physical characteristics.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Sink or Float
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-11r.Make and check predictions through observations and experimentation, with adult support and guidance.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Measure your Steps
Sink or Float
Strawberries for a Picnic
GRADE LEVEL EXAMPLE / STAGE 48-60.CD-11t.Engage in the scientific process by observing, making predictions, recording predictions (through photographs, drawings or dictations), developing plans for testing hypotheses, trying out ideas and communicating outcomes.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Measure your Steps
Sink or Float
Strawberries for a Picnic