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Integrated Nature of Learning From the Classroom Center-Based  Theme: Frogs Elizabeth Swanson

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Shalek Chappill-Nichols

Shelek had been an educator in a professional setting for over 30 years in many different organizations. She has worked with children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Her role as an education consultant requires her to speak to a wide range of professionals about education subjects (science, technology, engineering, math, language arts, and movement). Shalek grew up in the inner city of San Francisco, CA. Shalek was the first in her family to graduate from college in 2001 from San Jose, CA. She has worked with CPIN for over 7 years as a CPIN trainer. She has an Education Consultant business and is currently working at Pacific Oaks College. Shalek has her B.A. in Liberal Studies and an M.S. in Higher Education and is now working on and Doctorate in Higher Education.

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Outdoor Shadows | Light and Color | Kids

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Kids do shadow play outside with NATURAL light, using full bodies, on different surfaces (ground, wall, broken wall).

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Created as companion volumes to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, the present strategies for early childhood educators that enrich learning and development opportunities for all of California's preschool children. The California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks include ideas for how to intentionally integrate learning into children's play; implement child-directed and teacher-guided activities; plan environments, interactions, routines, and materials that engage children in learning; and individualize curriculum based on children's knowledge, skills, needs and interests.

The frameworks were developed using an inclusive and deliberate input process, including statewide stakeholder meetings, public input sessions held throughout the state, public hearings and public comment. Input from the various review opportunities was considered and incorporated as appropriate.

California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 1

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 1 (PDF; 9MB) is a companion to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1, and presents strategies and information to enrich learning and development opportunities for all of California's preschool children. Volume 1 focuses on four learning domains: social-emotional development, language and literacy, English-language development, and mathematics.

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 1, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099. The price of the publication is $24.15.

Marco de currículo preescolar de California, Volumen 1 (PDF; 4MB)
Spanish translation of the California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 1

California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2 (PDF; 11MB) covers the domains of visual and performing arts, physical development, and health. This companion publication to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2, gives guidance to teachers about strategies for arranging the learning environment, selecting materials, and planning adult-led and child-initiated learning experiences that optimize children's development, learning, and overall well-being.

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099. The price of the publication is $24.15.

California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 3

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 3 (PDF; 7MB) covers the domains of history-social science and science. This companion publication to the California Preschool Learning Foundations Volume 3, gives guidance to teachers about strategies for arranging the learning environment, selecting materials, and planning adult-led and child-initiated learning experiences that optimize children's development, learning, and overall well-being.

The California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 3, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099. The price of the publication is $24.15.
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California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks - Child Development (CA Dept of Education)

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Companion volumes to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, the frameworks present strategies for early childhood educators that enrich learning and development opportunities for all California preschool children.

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The California Preschool Learning Foundations outline key knowledge and skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of interactions, instruction, and environments that research has shown to promote early learning and development. The foundations can provide early childhood educators, parents, and the public with a clear understanding of the wide range of knowledge and skills that preschool children typically attain when given the benefits of a high-quality preschool program.

The foundations were developed using an inclusive and deliberative input process, including statewide stakeholder meetings, public input sessions held throughout the state, public hearings, and public comment. Input from the various review opportunities was considered and incorporated as appropriate.

California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1

On January 22, 2008, the California Department of Education (CDE) released the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume (PDF; 5MB) . Former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell stated that these foundations offer our early childhood educators a clear understanding of what our youngest learners should know before entering kindergarten.

Volume 1 of the California Preschool Learning Foundations focuses on the domains of social-emotional development, language and literacy, English-language development, and mathematics. They provide a comprehensive understanding of what children learn in these four domains.

In an effort to partner with parents in the education of their preschool children, key sections of the publication are available and have been translated to support parents' understanding of the preschool learning foundations, their purpose, and what they describe as the knowledge and skills that children typically attain at 48 and 60 months of age. The translations include traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese, Hmong, Korean, Pilipino (Tagalog), Spanish, and Vietnamese, and are based on the prevalent non-English languages spoken by parents of preschool children in California.

Foreword by former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell
Available Translations of the Foreword by former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell

Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1
Available Translations of the Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1

Appendix to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1 (DOC)
Available Translations of the Appendix to the Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1

The California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099, or by ordering through the CDE Press Catalog Listings of Publications (Item Number 001681) . The price of the publication is $21.95.

Fundamentos del Aprendizaje Preescolar de California, Volumen 1 (PDF)
Spanish translation of the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1

California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2

The California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2 covers the skills and knowledge that children attain at around 36 months and 48 months in the domain areas of visual and performing arts, physical development, and health.

Foreword by former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell
Available Translations of the Foreword by former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell

Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2
Available Translations of the Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2

Appendixes to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2

The California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099, or by ordering through the CDE Press Catalog Listings of Publications (Item Number 001708) . The price of the publication is $21.95.

Fundamentos del Aprendizaje Preescolar de California, Volumen 2 (PDF)
Spanish translation of the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2

California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3

The California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3 covers the skills and knowledge that children attain at around 36 months and 48 months in the domain areas of history-social science and science.

Foreword by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson
Available Translations of the Foreword by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson

Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3
Available Translations of the Introduction to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3

Appendix A to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3
Available Translations of Appendix A to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3

The California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3, can be purchased from CDE Press by calling the toll-free number at 1-800-995-4099, or by ordering through the CDE Press Catalog Listings of Publications (Item Number 001727) . The price of the publication is $21.95.

Fundamentos del Aprendizaje Preescolar de California, Volumen 3 (PDF)
Spanish translation of the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 3

Additional Resources

Further information about the Preschool Learning Foundations is provided in a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document clarifying key issues for early childhood educators, administrators, and stakeholders. For information about some professional development opportunities, please refer to the California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) .
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The foundations outline key knowledge and skills that most children can achieve when provided with the kinds of interactions, instruction, and environments that research has shown to promote early learning and development.

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Kids build ramps with everyday objects and invent a bowling game.

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Making Shakers and Guessing Sounds | Videos | Kids

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Kids make shakers and parents guess what's inside making the sounds.