CCS Curriculum 2009
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The curriculum at the Center for Child Studies focuses on individualized developmental needs for infants and toddlers, promoting social, literacy, physical, and mathematical development through a variety of engaging activities. Teachers cultivate a safe and loving environment that encourages collaboration, problem-solving, and appreciation of differences among children. Through careful observation and planning, the program implements learning standards across all areas, supporting children's growth and learning effectively.
CCS Curriculum 2009
- 1. CurriculumCenter for Child Studies
- 2. We plan for infants and toddlers based on individual developmental needs.Infants & Toddlers
- 3. Individual needs based on observation
- 4. Group needs based on developmental levels
- 5. Interests of the childrenAll teachers plan for
- 6. Social DevelopmentChildren develop social skills under the supervision of caring teachers who carefully orchestrate opportunities for them to work together and to solve problems with other children and adults.
- 7. Social DevelopmentEach classroom is a safe, loving environment where children are encouraged to express their feelings.
- 8. Social DevelopmentTeachers support and foster friendships among children, and teach children to appreciate each other’s differences.
- 9. LiteracyLiteracy skills such as letter recognition and the understanding of how print works are encouraged in all aspects of our curriculum.
- 10. LiteracyTeachers read to children individually and in groups.
- 11. LiteracyChildren engage in activities that increase awareness of the sounds of language (phonological awareness), familiarize them with letters, words, and print, and encourage early writing experiences.
- 12. LiteracyDramatic play experiences give children opportunities to learn new vocabulary, practice language in new contexts, and represent their feelings and ideas.
- 13. Physical DevelopmentChildren participate daily in activities that promote both fine and large motor development..
- 14. Physical DevelopmentGross motor activities are planned for both inside and outside spaces and include spontaneous and teacher guided activities.
- 15. Physical DevelopmentTeachers structure the daily schedule for a balance of quiet and active time
- 16. Health and SafetyChildren practice safe and healthy behaviors in the context of daily living.
- 17. ScienceChildren explore with all their senses, observing substances, materials, and living forms, and making new discoveries.
- 18. ScienceChildren study science concepts, such as balance and light and shadow, as they engage in play.
- 19. ScienceChildren identify problems, experiment with objects to produce desired effects, and make predictions based on their experiences.
- 20. ScienceThey learn to represent their observations, collect data, and share their findings with others.
- 21. ScienceScience learning starts with our youngest children.
- 22. MathematicsChildren explore mathematics by counting and grouping real objects. They learn to classify by different characteristics and to compare number.
- 23. MathematicsThey learn one-to-one correspondence through both planned and spontaneous activities. Children make comparisons by studying size, weight, and other characteristics of objects.
- 24. Mathematics Teacher -directed activities allow adults to assess children’s knowledge and plan where to go next.
- 25. MathematicsActivities, such as block building and working with a variety of objects, help children learn mathematical concepts, such as sets, fractions and multiples, geometry, and pattern.
- 26. The ArtsThe Center for Child Studies values the arts and has an art studio to expand children’s opportunities
- 27. The ArtsChildren engage in music, dance, and the visual arts.
- 28. The ArtsThrough art, children develop important dispositions, such as creativity, initiative, and confidence.
- 29. Planning of small and large group activities
- 30. Implementing a weekly lesson plan based on learning standards
- 31. Responding to teachable moments throughout the day
- 32. Observing & assessing children’s learning
- 33. Replanning, based on observation of children’s development and learningWe incorporate The Creative Curriculum & PreK Standards into our program through
- 34. Contact us by calling 573-651-2951.Email Paula Roberts, Administrative Assistant at pmroberts@semo.eduor Sara Starbuck, Director atsstarbuck@semo.eduTo learn more