ELF Blog
Early Learning Guidelines Available
The Child Development Division of CDE has recently published the Early Learning Foundations which provide a framework from which to plan developmentally appropriate learning opportunities. The guidelines address the growth of children at 48 months and 60 months of age with a focus on social emotional devleopment, language and literacy acquisition, English language development and mathematics. A general description of the early learning competency is presented followed by suggestions and examples from expert practitioners. The foundations can be downloaded at www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/re/psfoundations.asp
Through WestEd and regional CPIN (California Preschool Instructional Network) groups there will be opportunities to participate in early learning/ child development workshops and training throughout the state. www.cpin.us and www.wested.org/cs/we/view/pg/3