North Carolina Early Learning Curriculum

This curriculum is designed for infants aged 6 months to 1 year, focusing on the holistic development of young children in key areas such as physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language skills. It emphasizes sensory play to stimulate exploration and supports gross and fine motor skill development through a variety of activities, including crawling and grasping toys. Cognitive growth is fostered through engaging games, songs, and activities that encourage memory and problem-solving. Social-emotional skills are nurtured by promoting secure attachments and facilitating social interactions among peers, while language development is supported through reading, conversation, and the introduction of basic gestures. Overall, the curriculum provides a structured yet flexible framework to guide educators in creating enriching experiences that cater to the diverse needs of infants.

This curriculum for toddlers aged 1 to 3 is designed to support holistic development across various domains, including language and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, creative arts, and physical development. It emphasizes interactive and hands-on learning experiences to foster communication skills, cognitive abilities, and social interactions. Through activities such as storytelling, counting games, sensory exploration, and creative expression, toddlers are encouraged to explore their environment, recognize shapes and numbers, understand their community, and develop fine and gross motor skills. The overarching goal of the curriculum is to provide a nurturing learning environment that promotes curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills necessary for lifelong learning.

This preschool curriculum offers a comprehensive approach to early childhood education by focusing on critical developmental areas, including language and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts, physical development, and social-emotional growth. It emphasizes effective communication skills, foundational math concepts, and scientific exploration through hands-on activities while fostering creativity through visual arts, music, and dramatic play. Students engage in learning about communities and cultural diversity, promoting empathy and understanding. Additionally, the curriculum incorporates physical activities to develop gross and fine motor skills and emphasizes the importance of health and wellness, ensuring a holistic educational experience that prepares young learners for future academic success.