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Curriculum

A high-quality, research-based curriculum promotes measurable progress toward children’s development. The content and learning outcomes of the curriculum align with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) and state early care and education standards. It provides guidance on what (content) and how (learning experiences and teaching practices) to teach. Content is drawn from current child development science, the interests and ideas of the children, family input, and the values of the community. A curriculum also provides ways to create nurturing and responsive practices, interactions, and environments that foster trust and emotional security. It helps families to actively engage in their child’s education. Staff use what they know about each child's strengths and needs and each family's goals to plan their use of the curriculum.

Head Start Home-Based Curriculum Checklist: What Is Research-Based?

Thu, 01/25/2018 - 12:10

Research-based curricula for the home-based program option is founded on solid research around parenting concepts, skills, and practices that promote healthy child development. Use this checklist to evaluate your home-based curriculum.

Head Start Home-Based Curriculum Selection Checklist

Thu, 01/25/2018 - 12:12

When your program is selecting a home-based curriculum, use this checklist to guide the decision-making process.

Using Scope and Sequence to Plan Responsive Learning Experiences for Infants and Toddlers

Tue, 03/13/2018 - 11:03

Explore this brief for ways to use a curriculum’s scope and sequence to plan responsive learning experiences for infants and toddlers and their families.

Using the ELOF to Inform Curriculum Planning and Implementation

Fri, 03/23/2018 - 11:46

In this guide, learn about ways to align curricula and teaching practices with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) domains. Discover how staff can use the ELOF to promote children’s development.

Head Start Curriculum Fidelity

Mon, 04/02/2018 - 11:17

Use this document to understand and explore several aspects of curriculum fidelity in one place. Learn to develop curriculum implementation supports to meet related HSPPS.

Exploring Your Curriculum: A Quick Guide for Teachers and Family Child Care Providers

Fri, 06/01/2018 - 09:04

This guide helps education staff explore how a curriculum approaches teaching and learning. Learn how a curriculum addresses learning domains and goals, supports family engagement, and more.

Curriculum Basics

Fri, 07/27/2018 - 17:35

Find resources about how to select and implement a research-based curriculum. Learn ways teachers, family child care providers, and home visitors can put research-based curriculum and teaching practices to work.

Learning Experiences

Tue, 10/09/2018 - 15:32

Children learn by doing. Use these resources to find out how children’s learning experiences build on their natural interests and curiosity about the world and lead to learning and development.

Learning Opportunities

Mon, 07/01/2019 - 12:59

Home visitors can work with parents to take advantage of children’s desire to learn about their world by working with parents to use the many day to day routines and activities in the home and in the community as learning opportunities.