GGK Next Generation for Preschoolers 3 Years Manual

Growing Great Kids manual cover for 13 to 18 months.

References

References are broken down and labeled by unit and module. Match the number found within the manual to the corresponding reference number for the unit and module.

Younger 3's: Relationships and Regulations

  1. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practices in the preschool years. In C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  2. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (n.d.). Brain architecture. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/brain-architecture/
  3. Gehl, M. (2020, February 10). Loving yourself as you are (there’s no such thing as a perfect parent). Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/3180-loving-yourself-as-you-are-there-s-no-such-thing-as-a-perfect-parent
  4. Gillespie, L. (n.d.). It takes two: The role of co-regulation in building self-regulation skills. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/1777-it-takes-two-the-role-of-co-regulation-in-building-self-regulation-skills
  5. Hanson, R. (2013). Hardwiring happiness: The new brain science of contentment, calm, and confidence. Harmony Books.
  6. Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center. (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & Administration for Children and Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  7. Lerner, C. (2015, February 25). First feelings: The foundation of healthy development, starting from birth. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/294-first-feelings-the-foundation-of-healthy-development-starting-from-birth
  8. Lerner, C., & Parlakian, R. (n.d.). How to help your child develop empathy. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/5-how-to-help-your-child-develop-empathy
  9. Long, J. (2016, April 27). The importance of practice – And our reluctance to do it. Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning. https://www.harvardbusiness.org/the-importance-of-practice-and-our-reluctance-to-do-it/
  10. McClelland, M. M., Pointz, C. C., Messersmith, E., & Tominey, S. (2010). Self-regulation: Integration of cognition and emotion. In K. L. Fingerman, C. A. Berg, J. Smith, T. C. Antonucci (Eds.), Handbook of life-span development (pp. 509-553). Springer Publishing Company.
  11. Murray, D. W., Rosanbalm, K., Christopoulos, C., & Hamoudi, A. (2015, January). Self-regulation and toxic stress report 1: Foundations for understanding self-regulation from an applied developmental perspective. Office of Planning, Research & Evaluation, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/opre/report/self-regulation-and-toxic-stress-foundations-understanding-self-regulation-applied
  12. National Scientific Council on the Developing Child. (2005/2014). Excessive stress disrupts the architecture of the developing brain: Working paper 3 (Updated edition). https://harvardcenter.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2005/05/Stress_Disrupts_Architecture_Developing_Brain-1.pdf
  13. Parlakian, R. (2015). I’m sorry: Apologizing to your child. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/337-i-m-sorry-apologizing-to-your-child
  14. Parlakian, R., & Lerner, C. [Zero To Three]. (2013). Magic of everyday moments: Brain wonders [Video]. Vimeo. https://www.zerotothree.org/espanol/brain-development
  15. Parlakian, R., & Lerner, C. [Zero To Three]. (2016). Responsive care: Nurturing a strong attachment through everyday moments [Video]. Vimeo. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/230-responsive-care-nurturing-a-strong-attachment-through-everyday-moments
  16. Perry, B., & Winfrey, O. (2021). What happened to you? Conversations on trauma, resilience, and healing. Flatiron Books.
  17. RSA. (2010, December 10). Brené Brown on empathy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw
  18. Shanker, S., & Barker, T. (2016). Self-reg: How to help your child (and you) break the stress cycle and successfully engage with life. Penguin Press.
  19. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2012). The whole-brain child: 12 Revolutionary strategies to nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam Books.
  20. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2016). No-drama discipline: The whole-brain way to calm the chaos and nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam Books.
  21. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2021). The power of showing up: How parental presence shapes who our kids become and how their brains get wired. Ballantine Books.
  22. Szalavitz, M., & Perry, B. D. (2010). Born for love: Why empathy is essential — and endangered [eBook edition]. HarperCollins eBooks.
  23. Tomlinson, H. B., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practices in the preschool years. In C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practices: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Younger 3's: Social and Emotional Development

  1. Allard, L. T., & Hunter, A. (n.d.). Understanding temperament in infants and toddlers. Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning. http://csefel.vanderbilt.edu/resources/wwb/wwb23.html
  2. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Emotional development in preschoolers. Healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Emotional-Development-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  3. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). How to understand your child’s temperament. Healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/Pages/How-to-Understand-Your-Childs-Temperament.aspx
  4. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Social development in preschoolers. Healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Social-Development-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  5. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  6. Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development and the Strategic Knowledge Cluster on Early Childhood Development. (2010, January). Temperament: A life-long influence. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/coups-oeil/temperament-practitioners-info.pdf
  7. Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development and the Strategic Knowledge Cluster on Early Childhood Development. (2015, February 13). Temperament: Understanding your child’s unique personality. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/coups-oeil/temperament-info.pdf
  8. Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development and the Strategic Knowledge Cluster on Early Childhood Development. (2016, February). Prosocial behaviour: Helping your child to give back. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. http://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/coups-oeil/prosocial-behaviour-info.pdf
  9. Hanson, R. (2013). Hardwiring happiness: The new brain science of contentment, calm, and confidence. Harmony Books.
  10. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  11. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center. (2018, March 11). News you can use: Play. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/curriculum/article/news-you-can-use-play
  12. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Emotional Functioning: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/emotional-functioning-do
  13. Healthwise Staff. (2018, August 22). Temperament. HealthLinkBC. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/hw250051#hw250051-sec
  14. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Connecting with your preschooler: Developing social skills. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/caring-your-preschooler/connecting-your-1
  15. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Preschooler development: 3-4 years. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/preschooler
  16. Hyson, M. (n.d.). What’s too scary? NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/whats-too-scary
  17. Palkhivala, A. (2009, May). Developmental sequence of early temperament and sources of individual differences. Canadian Council on Learning Early Childhood Learning Knowledge Centre. Retrieved September 24, 2021, from https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/bulletins/eclkc-v4-2_en_temperament.pdf
  18. Parlakian, R., & Lerner, C. [Zero To Three]. (2013). Magic of everyday moments: Temperament [Video]. Vimeo. https://www.zerotothree.org/espanol/temperament
  19. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2016). No-drama discipline: The whole-brain way to calm the chaos and nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam Books.

Younger 3's: Communication and Literacy

  1. Bailey, B. A. (2000). Easy to love, difficult to discipline: The 7 basic skills for turning conflict into cooperation. William Morrow.
  2. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  3. Bowman, V. (n.d.). 8 Creative ideas to help your child learn new words. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/literacy/learn-new-words
  4. Bronson, P., & Merryman, A. (2009). NurtureShock: New thinking about children. Twelve Hachette Book Group.
  5. Canadian Council on Learning. (2006, February 1). Lessons in learning: How parents foster early literacy. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/suggestions/how-parents-foster-early-literacy.pdf
  6. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (n.d.). 5 Steps for brain-building serve and return. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/5-steps-for-brain-building-serve-and-return/
  7. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (n.d.) Serve and return. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/serve-and-return/
  8. Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development. (2010, June). Literacy: First steps toward reading and writing. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/resources
  9. Colker, L. J. (2015). Excerpt from learning about language and literacy in preschool. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/books/excerpt-from-learning-language-literacy-preschool
  10. Copple, C., Bredekamp, S., Koralek, D., & Charner, K. (Eds.). (2013). Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers. National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  11. Duff, D., & Tomblin, J. B. (2018, October). Literacy as an outcome of language development and its impact on children’s psychosocial and emotional development. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/according-experts/literacy-outcome-language-development-and-its
  12. Ginsburg, K. R., Committee on Communications, & Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. (2007, January). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parent-child bonds. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182- 191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697
  13. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  14. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Attending and understanding: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/attending-understanding-do
  15. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Communicating and speaking: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/communicating-speaking-do
  16. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Communicating and speaking: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/communicating-speaking-improve
  17. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Comprehension and text structure: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/comprehension-text-structure-know
  18. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Phonological awareness: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/phonological-awareness-do
  19. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Phonological awareness: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/phonological-awareness-improve
  20. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Phonological awareness: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/phonological-awareness-know
  21. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Print and alphabet knowledge: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/print-alphabet-knowledge-do
  22. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Print and alphabet knowledge: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/print-alphabet-knowledge-know
  23. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2020, March 16). Print and alphabet knowledge: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/print-alphabet-knowledge-improve
  24. Healthwise Staff. (2019, August 22). Speech and language milestones, ages 3-5 years. HealthLinkBC. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/speech-2
  25. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Language development: 3-4 years. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/language
  26. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Talking and listening to your preschooler. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/caring-your-preschooler/talking-and-listening
  27. Justice, L. M. (2010, January). Literacy and its impact on child development: Comments on Tomblin and Sénéchal. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/according-experts/literacy-and-its-impact-child-development
  28. Nemeth, K., & Brillante, P. (2013). Solving the puzzle: Dual language learners with challenging behaviors. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 127-133). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  29. Rvachew, S., & Savage, R. (2006). Preschool foundations of early reading acquisition. Paediatrics & Child Health, 11(9), 589- 593. Retrieved May 19, 2021, from https://www.enfant-encyclopedie.com/sites/default/files/docs/suggestions/preschool-foundations-of-early-reading-acquisition_2006.pdf
  30. Sénéchal, M. (2009, December). Literacy, Language and Emotional Development. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/according-experts/literacy-language-and-emotional-development
  31. Shanker, S. (2016). Self-reg: How to help your child (and you) break the stress cycle and successfully engage with life. Penguin Books.
  32. Shaw, A. (2021, January 27). Read, speak, sing: Promoting early literacy in the health care setting. Canadian Paediatric Society. https://www.cps.ca/en/documents/position/read-speak-sing-promoting-literacy
  33. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2016). No-drama discipline: The whole-brain way to calm the chaos and nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam Books.
  34. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2021). The power of showing up: How parental presence shapes who our kids become and how their brains get wired. Ballantine Books.
  35. Strasser, J. (2018, April). Conversations with children! Questions that spark conversations and deepen understanding. Teaching Young Children, 11(4). https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/apr2018/conversations-with-children
  36. Suskind, D. (2015). Thirty million words: Building a child’s brain. Dutton.
  37. Touch the Future. (2011, May 1). Bev Bos with Michael Mendizza [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_OoFjCruU4
  38. Tremblay, R. E., Boivin, M., Peters, R. DeV., & Zelazo, P.D. (Eds.). (2019, December). Social cognition: Synthesis. In Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. http://www.child-encyclopedia.com/social-cognition/synthesis
  39. Wasik, B. A., & Jacobi-vessels, J. (2017). Word play: Scaffolding language development through child-directed play. Early Childhood Education Journal, 45(6), 769-776. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-016-0827-5

Younger 3's: Learning Through Play

  1. Anderson, G. T., Spainhower, A. R., & Sharp, A. C. (2014, May). “Where do the bears go?” The value of child-directed play. Young Children, 69(2), 8-15. https://www.jstor.org/stable/ycyoungchildren.69.2.8
  2. Berke, J. (2016, November 22). Let the playing commence! A tribute to Bev Bos. Community Playthings. https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/2016/bev-bos-on-play
  3. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  4. Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development & Strategic Knowledge Cluster on Early Child Development. (2014). Child’s play: Learning that comes naturally. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. http://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/coups-oeil/child-s-play-info.pdf
  5. Copple, C., Bredekamp, S., Koralek, D., & Charner, K. (Eds.). (2013). Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers. National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  6. Cutler, C. (n.d.). Support math with materials in your home. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/support-math-materials-your-home
  7. Dictionary.com. (n.d.). Persistent. In Dictionary.com. https://www.dictionary.com/browse/persistent
  8. Gehl, M. (2020, February 10). Loving yourself as you are (there’s no such thing as a perfect parent). Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/3180-loving-yourself-as-you-are-there-s-no-such-thing-as-a-perfect-parent
  9. Ginsburg, K. R., Committee on Communications, & Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. (2007, January). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parent-child bonds. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182-191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697
  10. Hanson, R. (2013). Hardwiring happiness: The new brain science of contentment, calm, and confidences. Harmony Books.
  11. Hassinger-Das, B., Zosh, J. M., Hirsh-Pasek, K., & Golinkoff, R. M. (2018, February). Playing to learn mathematics. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/play-based-learning/according-experts/playing-learn-mathematics
  12. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  13. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Cognitive self-regulation: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/cognitive-self-regulation-do
  14. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Cognitive self-regulation: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/cognitive-self-regulation-improve
  15. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Cognitive self-regulation: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/cognitive-self-regulation-know
  16. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Creativity: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/creativity-improve
  17. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Creativity: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/creativity-know
  18. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Geometry and spatial sense: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/geometry-spatial-sense-do
  19. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Geometry and spatial sense: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/geometry-spatial-sense-improve
  20. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Geometry and spatial sense: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/geometry-spatial-sense-know
  21. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Initiative and curiosity: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/initiative-curiosity-improve
  22. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Preschoolers at play. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development-1
  23. Lan, Y. (n.d.). 10 Tips to support children’s science learning. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/support-science-learning
  24. Leong, D. J., & Bodrova, E. (2013). Assessing and scaffolding make-believe play. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 134- 142). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  25. Lerner, C. (2015, February 25). First feelings: The foundation of healthy development, starting from birth. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/294-first-feelings-the-foundation-of-healthy-development-starting-from-birth
  26. Long, J. (2016, April 27). The importance of practice – And our reluctance to do it. Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning. https://www.harvardbusiness.org/the-importance-of-practice-and-our-reluctance-to-do-it/
  27. Master, A. (n.d.). 10 Things to know about math. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/things-know-about-math
  28. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Everyday shapes. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/everyday-shapes
  29. Nell, M. L., & Drew, W. F. (n.d.). Five essentials to meaningful play. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/five-essentials-meaningful-play
  30. Notari-Syverson, A., & Sadler, F. H. (2008, June 1). Math is for everyone: Strategies for supporting early mathematical competencies in young children. Young Exceptional Children, 11(3), 2-16. https://doi.org/10.1177/1096250608314589
  31. Perry, B. D., & Winfrey, O. (2021). What happened to you? Conversations on trauma, resilience, and healing. Flatiron Books.
  32. Roggman, L. A., Boyce, L. K., & Innocenti, M. S. (2008). Developmental parenting: A guide for early childhood practitioners. Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
  33. Sandall, S. [The National Center in Quality Teaching and Learning]. (2020, January 22). Following children’s lead [Video]. Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/video/following-childrens-lead
  34. Speltz, M. L. (n.d.). One technique for improving a child’s behavior and self-esteem. Seattle Learning Center. https://seattlelearningcenter.com/child-directed-play/
  35. Touch the Future. (2011, May 1). Bev Bos with Michael Mendizza [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_OoFjCruU4
  36. Weisberg, D. S., & Zosh, J. M. (2018, February). How guided play promotes early childhood learning. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. http://www.child-encyclopedia.com/play-based-learning/according-experts/how-guided-play-promotes-early-childhood-learning
  37. Young, J. M., & Reed, K. (October 2017). Mastery motivation: Persistence and problem solving in preschool. Teaching Young Children, 11(1). https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/oct2017/mastery-motivation-persistence-and-problem
  38. Zero To Three. (2015, September 16.). Let’s talk about math: Everyday fun with spatial awareness [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UttlnYlKlUg
  39. Zero To Three. (2016, February 22). Let’s talk about math: Everyday fun with shapes. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/250-everyday-fun-with-shapes-let-s-talk-about-math-video

Older 3's: Relationships and Regulations

  1. Belden, A. C., Renick Thomson, N., Luby, J. L. (2007). Temper tantrums in healthy versus depressed and disruptive preschoolers: Defining tantrum behaviors associated with clinical problems. The Journal of Pediatrics, 152(1), 117-122. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2007.06.030
  2. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  3. Gillespie, L. (2015). It takes two: The role of co-regulation in building self-regulation skills. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/1777-it-takes-two-the-role-of-co-regulation-in-building-self-regulation-skills
  4. Hanson, R. (2013). Hardwiring Happiness: The new brain science of contentment, calm, and confidence. Harmony Books.
  5. Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center. (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department for Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children and Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  6. Lerner, C., & Parlakian, R. (n.d.). How to help your child develop empathy. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/5-how-to-help-your-child-develop-empathy
  7. Lerner, C., & Parlakian, R. (2016, May 16). From baby to big kid: Month 36. Zero To Three. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/1277-from-baby-to-big-kid-month-36
  8. McClelland, M. M., Pointz, C. C., Messersmith, E., & Tominey, S. (2010). Self-regulation: Integration of cognition and emotion. In K. L. Fingerman, C. A. Berg, J. Smith, T. C. Antonucci (Eds.), Handbook of life-span development (pp. 509-553). Springer Publishing Company.
  9. Murray, D. W., Rosanbalm, K., Christopoulos, C., & Hamoudi, A. (2015). Self-regulation and toxic stress report 1: Foundations for understanding self-regulation from an applied perspective. Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation, An Office of the Administration for Children & Families, & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/opre/report/self-regulation-and-toxic-stress-foundations-understanding-self-regulation-applied
  10. Price, C. L., & Steed, E. (2016). Culturally responsive strategies to support young children with challenging behavior. Young children, 71(5). https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/nov2016/culturally-responsive-strategies
  11. RSA. (2013, December 10). Brené Brown on empathy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=1Evwgu369Jw
  12. Shanker, S., & Barker, T. (2016). Self-reg: How to help your child (and you) break the stress cycle and successfully engage with life. Penguin Books.
  13. Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2011). The whole-brain child: 12 revolutionary strategies to nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam Books.
  14. Szalavitz, M., & Perry, B. (2010). Born for love: Why empathy is essential-and endangered. HarperCollins eBooks.

 

Older 3's: Social and Emotional Development

  1. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Emotional development in preschoolers. Healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Emotional-Development-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  2. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  3. Copple, C., & Bredekamp, S. (2013). To be an excellent teacher. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 7-24). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  4. Dictionary.com. (n.d.). Reframe. In Dictionary.com. https://www.dictionary.com/browse/reframe
  5. Gleason, T. R. (2017). The psychological significance of play with imaginary companions in early childhood. Learning & Behavior, 45(4), 432-440. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13420-017-0284-z
  6. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center. (2020, July 13). The importance of schedules and routines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/about-us/article/importance-schedules-routines
  7. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Preschooler development: 3-4 years. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/preschooler
  8. Luckenbill, J. (2020, September 4). The comfort of familiar routines. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/resources/blog/comfort-familiar-routines
  9. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Building social and emotional skills at home. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/building-social-emotional-skills-at-home
  10. Sandall, S. [Head Start]. (2019, October 3). Managing the classroom: Schedules and routines [Video]. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/video/schedules-routines
  11. Smith-Bonahue, T., Smith-Adcock, S., & Harman Ehrentraut, J. (2015, March). “I won’t be your friend if you don’t!” Preventing and responding to relational aggression in preschool classrooms. Young Children, 70(1). Retrieved September 28, 2021, from https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/nov2015/preventing-relational-aggression
  12. Zero To Three. (2010, February 20). Creating routines for love and learning. https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/223-creating-routines-for-love-and-learning

Older 3's: Literacy and Communication

  1. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2017, May 19). 7 myths and facts about bilingual children learning language. Healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/7-Myths-Facts-Bilingual-Children-Learning-Language.aspx
  2. Bailey, B. A. (2000). Easy to love, difficult to discipline: The 7 basic skills for turning conflict into cooperation. William Morrow.
  3. Berke, J. (2016, November 22). Let the playing commence! A tribute to Bev Bos. Community Playthings. https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/2016/bev-bos-on-play
  4. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  5. Bowman, V. (n.d.). 8 Creative ideas to help your child learn new words. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/literacy/learn-new-words
  6. Bronson, P., & Merryman, A. (2009). NurtureShock: New thinking about children. Twelve Hachette Book Group.
  7. Byington, T. A., & Kim, Y. (2017, November). Promoting preschoolers’ emergent writing. Young Children, 72(5). Retrieved May 21, 2021, from https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/nov2017/emergent-writing
  8. Canadian Council on Learning. (2006, February 1). Lessons in learning: How parents foster early literacy. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/sites/default/files/docs/suggestions/how-parents-foster-early-literacy.pdf
  9. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (n.d.). 5 Steps for brain-building serve and return. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/5-steps-for-brain-building-serve-and-return/
  10. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (n.d.) Serve and return. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/serve-and-return/
  11. Christ, T., & Wang, C. (2013). Supporting preschoolers’ vocabulary learning: Using a decision-making model to select appropriate words and methods. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 143-149). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  12. Colker, L. J. (2015). Excerpt from learning about language and literacy in preschool. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/books/excerpt-from-learning-language-literacy-preschool
  13. Copple, C., & Bredekamp, S. (2013). To be an excellent teacher. In C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 7-24). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  14. Copple, C., Bredekamp, S., Koralek, D., & Charner, K. (Eds.). (2013). Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers. National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  15. Danniels, E., & Pyle, A. (2018, February). Defining play-based learning. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/play-based-learning/according-experts/defining-play-based-learning
  16. Ginsburg, K. R., Committee on Communications, & Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. (2007, January). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parent-child bonds. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182- 191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697
  17. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  18. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Attending and understanding: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/attending-understanding-do
  19. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Communicating and speaking: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/communicating-speaking-do
  20. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Comprehension and text structure: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/comprehension-text-structure-improve
  21. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Comprehension and text structure: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/comprehension-text-structure-know
  22. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Phonological awareness: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/phonological-awareness-do
  23. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Phonological awareness: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/phonological-awareness-know
  24. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Print and alphabet knowledge: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/print-alphabet-knowledge-do
  25. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Print and alphabet knowledge: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/print-alphabet-knowledge-know
  26. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Vocabulary: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/vocabulary-do
  27. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Vocabulary: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/vocabulary-improve
  28. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Writing: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/writing-do
  29. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Writing: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/writing-improve
  30. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Writing: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/writing-know
  31. Healthwise Staff. (2019, August 22). Encouraging language development in your preschooler. HealthLinkBC. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development-2
  32. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Language development: 3-4 years. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/language
  33. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Language development: 4-5 years. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/preschooler-growth-and-development/language-0
  34. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). Talking and listening to your preschooler. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-preschoolers-3-5-years/caring-your-preschooler/talking-and-listening
  35. Justice, L. M. (2010, January). Literacy and its impact on child development: Comments on Tomblin and Sénéchal. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/according-experts/literacy-and-its-impact-child-development
  36. Luckenbill, J. (n.d.). Eight tips for creating homemade books. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/eight-tips-creating-homemade-books
  37. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Support writing at home. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/support-writing-home
  38. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Talk it up! https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/talk-it-up
  39. National Center on Cultural and Linguistic Responsiveness. (n.d.). Language at home and in the community. Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/language-home-teachers-eng.pdf
  40. Nemeth, K., & Brillante, P. (2013). Solving the puzzle: Dual language learners with challenging behaviors. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 127-133). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  41. Raynolds, L. B., Gillis, M. B., Matos, K, & Delli Carpini, K. (2019, March). Young Children, 74(1), 22-28. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/mar2019/collaborative-approach-language-literacy-preschool
  42. Suskind, D. (2015). Thirty million words: Building a child’s brain. Dutton.
  43. Tamis-LeMonda, C. S, & Rodriguez, E. T. (2009, November). Parents’ role in fostering young children’s learning and language development. Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development. https://www.child-encyclopedia.com/language-development-and-literacy/according-experts/parents-role-fostering-young-childrens-learning
  44.  Wasik, B. A., & Jacobi-vessels, J. (2017). Word play: Scaffolding language development through child-directed play. Early Childhood Education Journal, 45(6), 769-776. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-016-0827-5

Older 3's: Learning Through Play

  1. Adair, A., & Hoisington, C. (2018, July 20). Promoting children’s science learning one step at a time. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/resources/blog/promoting-childrens-science-learning
  2. Ashbrook, P. (n.d.). Toys as tools: Everyday science experiences. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/toys-as-tools-everyday-science
  3. Berke, J. (2016, November 22). Let the playing commence! A tribute to Bev Bos. Community Playthings. https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/2016/bev-bos-on-play
  4. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practice in the preschool years. In. C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  5. Copple, C., Bredekamp, S., Koralek, D., & Charner, K. (Eds.). (2013). Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers. National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  6. Ginsburg, K. R., Committee on Communications, & Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health. (2007, January). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parent-child bonds. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182-191. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2006-2697
  7. Grandau, L. (n.d.). Helping your child see and show mathematical ideas. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/help-child-see-math
  8. HACNS. (2010, January 6). Bev Bos – Play’s place in learning. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzijMViZUfY
  9. Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (n.d.). Interactive Head Start early learning outcomes framework: Ages birth to five. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/interactive-head-start-early-learning-outcomes-framework-ages-birth-five
  10. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Cognitive self-regulation: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/cognitive-self-regulation-do
  11. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Cognitive self-regulation: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/cognitive-self-regulation-improve
  12. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Counting and cardinality: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/counting-cardinality-do
  13. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Counting and cardinality: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/counting-cardinality-improve
  14. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Counting and cardinality: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/counting-cardinality-know
  15. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Operations and algebraic thinking: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/operations-algebraic-thinking-do
  16. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Operations and algebraic thinking: Improve. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/operations-algebraic-thinking-improve
  17. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Operations and algebraic thinking: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/operations-algebraic-thinking-know
  18. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Scientific inquiry: Do. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/scientific-inquiry-do
  19. Head Start Early Childhood and Learning and Knowledge Center. (2019, December 3). Scientific inquiry: Know. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, & Administration for Children & Families. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/school-readiness/effective-practice-guides/scientific-inquiry-know
  20. HealthyFamilies BC. (2014, November 30). About Self-Esteem. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-school-age-children-6-11-years/caring-your-school-age-child/about
  21. Lan, Y. (n.d.). 10 Tips to support children’s science learning. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/support-science-learning
  22. Master, A. (n.d.). 10 Things to know about math. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/things-know-about-math
  23. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Building social and emotional skills at home. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/building-social-emotional-skills-at-home
  24. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Exploring the world of science with your child. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/exploring-world-science-your-child
  25. NAEYC®. (n.d.). Nurturing the scientist in your child. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/nurturing-scientist-your-child
  26. Nell, M., & Drew, W. F. (n.d.). Five essentials to meaningful play. NAEYC®. https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/five-essentials-meaningful-play
  27. Notari-Syverson, A., & Sadler, F. H. (2008, June 1). Math is for everyone: Strategies for supporting early mathematical competencies in young children. Young Exceptional Children, 11(3). https://doi.org/10.1177/1096250608314589
  28. Sandall, S. [The National Center in Quality Teaching and Learning]. (2020, January 22). Following children’s lead [Video]. Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/video/following-childrens-lead
  29. Seattle Children’s Hospital Research Foundation. (n.d). Child development and parenting: Child-directed play. https://www.seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/keeping-kids-healthy/development/child-directed-play
  30. Touch the Future. (2011, May 1). Bev Bos with Michael Mendizza [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_OoFjCruU4
  31. Young, J. M., & Reed, K. (October 2017). Mastery motivation: Persistence and problem solving in preschool. Teaching Young Children, 11(1). https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/oct2017/mastery-motivation-persistence-and-problem
  32. Zero To Three. (n.d.). STEM moments: Everyday fun with science [Video]. Vimeo. https://vimeo.com/180894660
  33. Zero To Three. (2016, February 23). Let’s talk about math: Everyday fun with counting [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aRVyWKArCY

Milestones Checklist

  1. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Cognitive development in preschool children. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Cognitive-Development-In-Preschool-Children.aspx
  2. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Developmental milestones: 3 to 4 year olds. healthychildren.org. https://healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Developmental-Milestones-3-to-4-Year-Olds.aspx
  3. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Emotional development in preschoolers. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Emotional-Development-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  4. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Hand and finger skills of your preschooler. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Hand-and-Finger-Skills-of-Your-Preschooler.aspx
  5. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Movement milestones in preschoolers. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Movement-Milestones-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  6. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2009, November 2). Social development in preschoolers. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Social-Development-in-Preschoolers.aspx
  7. American Academy of Pediatrics. (2019, November 25). The power of play – How fun and games help children thrive. healthychildren.org. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/power-of-play/Pages/the-power-of-play-how-fun-and-games-help-children-thrive.aspx
  8. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (n.d.). Three to four years. https://www.asha.org/public/developmental-milestones/communication-milestones-3-to-4-years/
  9. Biggar Tomlinson, H., & Hyson, M. (2013). An overview of developmentally appropriate practices in the preschool years. In C. Copple, S. Bredekamp, D. Koralek, & K. Charner (Eds.), Developmentally appropriate practice: Focus on preschoolers (pp. 25-66). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  10. Canadian Paediatric Society. (2019, October). Your child’s development: What to expect. Caring for Kids. https://caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/behavior-and-development/your_childs_development
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Be the Leader Activities

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  2. Seattle Children’s Hospital Research Foundation. (n.d). Child development and parenting: Child-directed play. Seattle Children’s Hospital Research Foundation. https://www.seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/keeping-kids-healthy/