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Missouri Child, Inc.
Curriculum
Alignment Education
2015
MCI
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CURRICULUM ALIGNMENT
HEAD START CHILD DEVELOPMENT EARLY LEARNING FRAMEWORK TEACHING STRATEGIES-GOLD ASSESSMENT MISSOURI EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
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Missouri Early Learning Standards
Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework Domains and Domain Elements
Teaching Strategies GOLDTM Objectives, Dimensions, and Indicators
Domain: Physical Development & Health
Social and Emotional Development Standards I. Knowledge of Self
1. Exhibits self- awareness
a. Shows respect for self b. Develops personal
preferences c. Knows personal
information II. Knowledge of others
1. Builds relationships of mutual trust and respect with others
f. Respects similarities and differences among people
ELEMENT: PHYSICAL HEALTH STATUS The maintenance of healthy and age appropriate physical-well-being.
29. Demonstrates knowledge about self 30. Shows basic understanding of people and how they live
Physical Development, Health and Safety Standards II. Health
1. Practices healthy behaviors
a. Shows independence in personal hygiene
b. Chooses to participate in daily physical activity
III. Safety 1. Practices safe
behaviors c. Recognizes personal
danger d. Knows how and when
ELEMENT: HEALTH KNOWLEDGE & PRACTICE The understanding of healthy and safe habits and practicing healthy habits.
Preschool 3 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1c. Takes care of own needs appropriately
6. Demonstrates confidence in meeting own needs
29. Demonstrates knowledge about self Pre-K 4 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1c. Takes care of own needs appropriately
8. Takes responsibility for own well-being 29. Demonstrates knowledge about self
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to seek help Social and Emotional Development Standards IV. Knowledge of Self
1. Exhibits self- awareness
d. Shows respect for self e. Develops personal
preferences f. Knows personal
information
Physical Development and Safety Standards I. Physical Development
1. Uses Gross Motor Skills with purpose and
Coordination a. Moves from one
point to another b. Controls body
movements c. Uses large muscle
movements to manipulate objects
3. Responds to input to function in the environment b. Exhibits body
awareness c. Exhibits spatial
awareness. II. Health
1. Practices healthy behaviors c. Exhibits body
strength and endurance
ELEMENT: GROSS MOTOR SKILLS The control of large muscles for movement, navigation, and balance.
Preschool 3 4. Demonstrates traveling skills
6. Moves purposefully from place to place with control
5. Demonstrates balancing skills 6. Sustains balance during simple movement experiences
6. Demonstrates gross-motor manipulative skills 6. Manipulates balls or similar objects with flexible body movements
Pre-K 4 4. Demonstrates traveling skills
8. Contributes complex movements in play and games
5. Demonstrates balancing skills 8. Sustains balance during complex movement experiences
6. Demonstrates gross-motor manipulative skills 8. Manipulates balls or similar objects with a full range of motion
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Physical Development and Safety Standards I. Physical Development
2. Uses fine motor skills with purpose and control a. Performs fine
motor task b. Uses fingers
and hands to accomplish fine motor tasks
c. Uses tools in a functional manner
Literacy Standards V. Writing
1. Uses writing as a means of expression/ communication. a. Experiments with
writing tools and materials
ELEMENT: FINE MOTOR SKILLS The control of small muscles for such purposes as using utensils, self-care, building and exploring.
Preschool 3 7. Demonstrates fine-motor strength and coordination 7a. Uses fingers and hands
6.Uses refined wrist and finger movements 7b. Uses writing and drawing tools
4. Grips drawing and writing tools with whole hand but may use whole-arm movements to make marks
Pre-K 4 7. Demonstrates fine-motor strength and coordination 7a. Uses fingers and hands
8. Uses small, precise finger and hand movements 7b. Uses writing and drawing tools
6. Holds drawing and writing tools by using a three-point finger grip but may hold the instrument too close to one end
Domain: Social & Emotional Development Social and Emotional Development Standards II. Knowledge of Others
1. Builds Relationships of mutual trust and respect with others. a. Respects the rights
of others c. Seeks comfort and
security from significant adult
d. Develops friendships
2. Works cooperatively with children and
ELEMENT: SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS The healthy relationship and interactions with adults and peers.
Preschool 3 2. Establishes and sustains positive relationships 2a. Forms relationships with adults
6. Manages separations without distress and engages with trusted adults 2b. Responds to emotional cues
4. Demonstrates concern about the feelings of others 2c. Interacts with peers
4. Uses successful strategies for entering groups
2d. Makes friends
4. Plays with one or two preferred playmates 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3a. Balances needs and rights of self and others
4.Take turns
Pre-K 4 2. Establishes and sustains positive relationships
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adults a. Participates
successfully as a member of a group
b. Shares experiences and ideas with others
c. Begins to examine a situation from another person’s perspective.
d. Resolves conflicts with others.
2a. Forms relationships with adults
8. Engages with trusted adults as resources and to share mutual interests
2b. Responds to emotional cues
6. Identifies basic emotional reactions of others and their causes accurately 2c. Interacts with peers
6. Initiates, joins in, and sustains positive interactions with a small group of two to three children 2d. Makes friends
6. Establishes a special friendship with one other child, but the friendship might only last a short while 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3a. Balances needs and rights of self and others
6. Initiates the sharing of materials in the classroom and outdoors
Social and Emotional Development Standards I. Knowledge of Self
1. Exhibits self- awareness a. Shows respect for
self. b. Develops personal
preferences c. Knows personal
information Physical Development, Health and Safety Standards II. Health
1. Practices health behaviors
a. Shows independence in personal hygiene
b. Chooses to participate in daily physical activity
Approaches for Learning Standards I. Approaches for
Learning
ELEMENT: SELF- CONCEPT & SELF- EFFICACY The perception that one is capable of successfully making decisions, accomplishing tasks and meeting goals.
Preschool 3 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1c. Takes care of own needs appropriately
6. Demonstrates confidence in meeting own needs
29. Demonstrates knowledge about self Pre-K 4 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1c. Takes care of own needs appropriately
8. Takes responsibility for own well-being 29. Demonstrates knowledge about self
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2. Takes initiative c. Develops
independence during activities, routines and play
3. Exhibits creativity c. Exhibits a sense of
humor 4. Shows confidence a. Expresses his or her
own ideas and opinions b. Views self as
competent and has a positive self-image
Social Emotional Development Standards I. Knowledge of Self
2. Develops Self-Control a. Follows simple rules b. Accepts transitions and
follows daily routines c. Expresses feelings
through appropriate gestures, actions and language.
3. Develops personal responsibility
a. Cares for personal and group possessions
b. Begins to accept the consequences of his or her own actions
II. Knowledge of Others 1. Builds relationships of
mutual trust and respect with others
a. Respects adult leadership
Physical Development, Health and Safety Standards
ELEMENT: SELF- REGULATION The ability to recognize and regulate emotions, attention, impulses, and behavior.
Preschool 3 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1a. Manages feelings
6. Is able to look at a situation differently or delay gratification 1b. Follows limits and expectations
4. Accepts redirection from adults
Pre-K 4 1. Regulates own emotions and behaviors 1a. Manages feelings
8. Controls strong emotions in an appropriate manner most of the time 1b. Follows limits and expectations
6. Manages classroom rules, routines, and transitions with occasional reminders
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I. Physical Development 4. Responds to sensory
input to function in the environment a. Exhibits sensory
awareness III. Safety
1. Practices safe behaviors a. Listens to and
follows adult directions during emergencies
b. Follows vehicle, street and public safety
Social Emotional Development Standards II. Knowledge of Others
1. Builds Relationships of mutual trust and respect with others a. Respects the rights of others
ELEMENT: EMOTIONAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH A healthy range of emotional expression and learning positive alternatives to aggressive or isolating behaviors.
Preschool 3 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3b. Solves social problems
4. Seeks adult help to resolve social problems
Pre-K 4 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3b. Solves social problems
6. Suggests solutions to social problems
Domain: Approaches to Learning Approaches to Learning Standards I. Approaches to
Learning 1. Shows Curiosity
a. Expresses interest in people
b. Shows interest in learning new
ELEMENT: INITIATIVE & CURIOSITY An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning.
Preschool 3 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11d. Shows curiosity and motivation
4. Explores and investigates ways to make something happen 11e. Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking
4. Uses creativity and imagination during play and routine tasks Pre-K 4 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11d. Shows curiosity and motivation
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things and trying new experiences
c. Asks Questions 5. Exhibits Creativity
a. Tries new ways of doing things
b. Uses imagination to generate a variety of ideas
6. Shows eagerness to learn about a variety of topics and ideas 11e. Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking
6. Changes plans if a better idea is thought of or proposed
Approaches to Learning Standards I. Approaches to Learning
5. Displays persistence a. Sustains attention to a task or activity appropriate for his age b. Pursues challenges c. Copes with frustration
ELEMENT: PRESISTENCE & ATTENTIVENESS The ability to begin and finish activities with persistence and attention.
Preschool 3 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11a. Attends and engages
6. Sustains interest in working on a task, especially when adults offer suggestions, questions, and comments
11b. Persists 4. Practices an activity many times until successful
Pre-K 4 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11a. Attends and engages
6. Sustains work on age-appropriate, interesting tasks; can ignore most distractions and interruptions
11b. Persists 6. Plans and pursues a variety of appropriately challenging tasks
Social and Emotional Development Standards I. Knowledge of others
1. Builds relationships of mutual trust and respect with others
a. Respects the rights of other
2. Works cooperatively with children and adults
a. Participates successfully as a member of a group
b. Shares experiences and ideas with
ELEMENT: COOPERATION An interest and engagement in group experiences.
Preschool 3 2. Establishes and sustains positive relationships 2c. Interacts with peers
4. Uses successful strategies for entering groups 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3a. Balances needs and rights of self and others
4.Take turns Pre-K 4 2. Establishes and sustains positive relationships 2c. Interacts with peers
6. Initiates, joins in, and sustains positive interactions with a small group of two to three children 3. Participates cooperatively and constructively in group situations 3a. Balances needs and rights of self and others
6. Initiates the sharing of materials in the classroom and outdoors
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others. Approaches to Learning Standards I. Approaches to
Learning 2. Takes initiative
a. initiates interactions with others
Domain: Logic & Reasoning Approaches to Learning Standards I. Approaches to Learning
2.Takes initiative b. makes decisions independently 6. Uses problem-solving skills a. Recognizes problems b. Tries to solve problems c. works with others to solve problems
Math Standard III. Patterns and Relationships (Algebra)
1. Recognizes relationships in environment a. Matches, sorts
and regroups objects according to one or more characteristics
Literacy Standards V. Writing
1. Uses writing as a means of expressions/communi cation.
ELEMENT: REASONING & PROBLEM SOLVING The ability to recognize, understand, and analyze a problem and draw on knowledge or experience to seek solutions to a problem.
Preschool 3 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11c. Solves problems
4. Observes and imitates how other people solve problems; asks for a solution and uses it 12. Remembers and connects experiences 12a. Recognizes and recalls
1. Recalls familiar people, places, objects, and actions from the past (a few months before); recalls 1 or 2 items removed from view
12b. Makes connections 4. Remembers the sequence of personal routines and experiences with teacher support
13. Uses classification skills 4. Places two objects in two or more groups based on differences in a single characteristics, e.g. color, size, shape
Pre-K 4 11. Demonstrates positive approaches to learning 11c. Solves problems
6. Solves problems without having to try every possibility 12. Remembers and connects experiences 12a. Recognizes and recalls
6. Tells about experiences in order, provides details, and evaluates the experience; recalls 3 or 4 items removed from view
12b. Makes connections 6. Draws on everyday experiences and applies this knowledge to similar situation
13. Uses classification skills 6. Groups objects by one characteristics; then regroups them using a different characteristic and indicates the reason
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d. Uses a variety of resources to facilitate writing.
Literacy Standard I. Symbolic
Development 1. Represents feelings
and ideas in a variety of ways
a. Represents feelings and ideas through pretend play.
b. Represents feelings and ideas through movement
c. Represents feelings and ideas through music
d. Represents feelings and ideas through art and construction
V. Writing 1. Uses writing as a
means of expression/ communication c. Tells others about
intended meaning of drawings and writings.
Math Standard I. Number and
Operations 4. Uses numerical
representation a. Uses drawings to
represent number Science Standards
I. Physical Science 4. Represents
observation of the
ELEMENT: SYMBOLIC PRESENTATION The use of symbols or objects to represent something else.
Preschool 3 14. Uses symbols and images to represent something not present 14a. Thinks symbolically
4. Draws or constructs, and then identifies what it is 14b. Engages in socio-dramatic play
4. Acts out familiar or imaginary scenarios; may use props to stand for something else Pre-K 4 14. Uses symbols and images to represent something not present 14a. Thinks symbolically
6. Plans and then uses drawings, constructions, movements, and dramatization to represent ideas 14b. Engages in socio-dramatic play
6. Interacts with two or more children during pretend play, assigning and/or assuming roles and discussing actions; sustains play scenario for up to 10 minutes
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physical world in a variety of ways a. Represents
observations through pretend play
b. Represents observations through music and movement
c. Represents observations through art and construction
II. Life Science 4. Represents
observations about living things in a variety of ways
a. Represents observations through pretend play
b. Represents observations through music and movement
c. Represents observations through art and construction
III. Earth and Space 4. Represents
observations about earth and space in a variety of ways a. Represents
observations through pretend play
b. Represents observations through music and
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movement c. Represents
observations through art and construction
Domain: Language Development Literacy Standards III. Listening/Receptive
1. Listens for different purposes
a. Follows simple directions
d. Responds to questions
ELEMENT: RECEPTIVE LANGUAGE The ability to comprehend or understand language.
Preschool 3 8. Listens to and understands increasingly complex language 8a. Comprehends language
6. Responds appropriately to specific vocabulary and simple statements, questions, and stories 8b. Follows directions
6. Follows directions of two or more steps that relate to familiar objects and experiences Pre-K 4 8. Listens to and understands increasingly complex language 8a. Comprehends language
8. Responds appropriately to complex statements, questions, vocabulary, and stories 8b. Follows directions
8. Follows detailed, instructional, multistep directions
Literacy Standards II. Speaking/Expressive
Language 1. Uses language to
communicate a. Communicates in
home language and is understood by others
b. Initiates and responds appropriately in conversation and discussions with adults and children
2. Uses expanded vocabulary
a. Uses language to pretend or create
ELEMENT: EXPRESSIVE LANGUAGE The ability to use language.
Preschool 3 9.Uses Language to express thoughts and needs 9a. Uses an expanding expressive vocabulary
6. Describes and tells the use of many familiar items 9b. Speaks clearly
6. Is understood by most people; may mispronounce new, long, or unusual words 9c. Uses conventional grammar
4.Uses three-to four-word sentences; may omit some words or use some words incorrectly 9d. Tells about another time or place
6. Tells stories about other times and places that have a logical order and that include major details 10. Uses appropriate conversational and other communication skills 10a. Engages in conversations
6. Engages in conversations of at least three exchanges 10b. Uses social rules of language
4. Uses appropriate eye contact, pauses, and simple verbal prompts when communicating Pre-K 4 9. Uses language to express thoughts and needs
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b. Uses complete sentences of varying length.
III. Listening/Receptive Language
1. Listens for different purposes
c. Listens to and engages in conversations with others
Social and Emotional Development Standards
II. Builds relationships of mutual trust and respect with others
e. Uses courteous words and actions
9a. Uses an expanding expressive vocabulary 6. Describes and tells the use of many familiar items
9b. Speaks clearly 6. Is understood by most people; may mispronounce new, long, or unusual words
9c. Uses conventional grammar 6. Uses complete, four- to six-word sentences
9d. Tells about another time or place 8. Tells elaborate stories that refer to other times and places
10. Uses appropriate conversational and other communication skills 10a. Engages in conversations
6. Engages in conversations of at least three exchanges 10b. Uses social rules of language
6. Uses acceptable language and social rules while communicating with others; may need reminders
Domain: Literacy Knowledge & Skills Literacy Standards
III. Reading 1. Applies early reading
skills a. Shows interest in
reading and books b. Exhibits book-handling
skills c. Pretends to read easy
or predictable books or tries to read along during his/her favorite part of story
d. Comprehends and responds to text
e. Develops a sense of story
ELEMENT: BOOK APPRECIATION AND KNOWLEDGE The interest in books and their characteristics, and the ability to understand and get meaning from stories and information from books and other texts.
Preschool 3 17. Demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses 17a. Uses and appreciate books
4.Orients book correctly; turns pages from the front of the book to the back; recognizes familiar books by their covers
18. Comprehends and responds to books and other texts 18a. Interacts during read-alouds and book conversations
4. Asks and answers questions about the text; refers to pictures 18b. Uses emergent reading skills
3. Pretends to read, using some of the language from the text; describes the action across pages, using pictures to order the events; may need prompts from adult
18c. Retells stories 4. Retells familiar stories, using pictures or props as prompts
Pre-K 4 17. Demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses 17a. Uses and appreciate books
6. Knows some features of a book (title, author, illustrator); connects specific books to authors 18. Comprehends and responds to books and other texts 18a. Interacts during read-alouds and book conversations
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6. Identifies story-related problems, events, and resolutions during conversations with an adult 18b. Uses emergent reading skills
6. Pretends to read, reciting language that closely matches the text on each page and using reading-like intonation
18c. Retells stories 6. Retells a familiar story in proper sequence, including major events and characters
Literacy Standards IV. Reading
3. Attends to sounds in language (Phonological Awareness) a. Repeats rhymes, simple songs, poems and finger plays b. Participates in word games c. Discriminates some sounds in words
ELEMENT: PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS An awareness that language can be broken into words, syllables, and smaller pieces of sound.
Preschool 3 15. Demonstrates phonological awareness 15a. Notices and discriminates rhyme
4. Fills in the missing rhyming word; generates rhyming words spontaneously 15b. Notices and discriminates alliteration
2. Sings songs and recites rhymes and refrains with repeating initial sounds 15c. Notices and discriminates smaller and smaller units of sound
2. Hears and shows awareness of separate words in sentences Pre-K 4 15. Demonstrates phonological awareness 15a. Notices and discriminates rhyme
6. Decides whether two words rhyme 15b. Notices and discriminates alliteration
6. Matches beginning sounds of some words 15c. Notices and discriminates smaller and smaller units of sound
4. Hears and shows awareness of separate syllables in words
Literacy Standards IV. Reading
2. Uses concepts of print b. Identifies some alphabet letters c. Recognizes that print represents spoken words
ELEMENT: ALPHABET KNOWLEDGE The names and sounds associated with letters.
Preschool 3 16. Demonstrate knowledge of the alphabet 16a. Identifies and names letters
2. Recognizes and names a few letters in own name 16b. Uses letter-sound knowledge
2. Identifies the sounds of a few letters Pre-K 4 16. Demonstrate knowledge of the alphabet 16a. Identifies and names letters
4. Recognizes as many as 10 letters, especially those in own name 16b. Uses letter-sound knowledge
6. Shows understanding that a sequence of letters represents a sequence of spoken sounds
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Literacy Standards IV. Reading
2. Uses concepts of print a. Reads environmental print and symbols
ELEMENT: PRINT CONCEPTS & CONVENTIONS The concepts about print and early decoding (identifying letter-sound relationships).
Preschool 3 17. Demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses 17b. Uses print concepts
2. Shows understanding that text is meaningful and can be read Pre-K 4 17. Demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses 17b. Uses print concepts
6. Shows awareness of various features of print: letters, words, spaces, upper- and lowercase letters, some punctuation
Literacy Standards V. Writing
1. uses writing as a means of expression/ communication b. Uses scribbles, shapes, pictures and letters to write
ELEMENT: EARLY WRITING The familiarity with writing implements, conventions, and emerging skills to communicate through written representations, symbols, and letters.
Preschool 3 19. Demonstrates emergent writing skills 19a. Writes name
4. Letter strings 19b. Writes to convey meaning
4. Letter strings Pre-K 4 19. Demonstrates emergent writing skills 19a. Writes name
6. Accurate name 19b. Writes to convey meaning
5. Early invented spelling
Domain: Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Math Standards I. Number and
Operations 1. Uses number to show
quantity a. Shows interest in
counting and quantity b. Develops an increasing
ability to rote count in sequence
c. Counts objects with understanding
2. Uses language to represent number of objects
a. Uses language to
ELEMENT: NUMBER CONCEPTS & QUANTITIES The understanding that numbers represent quantities and have ordinal properties (number words represent a rank order, particular size, or position in a list).
Preschool 3 20. Uses number concepts and operations 20a. Counts
4. Verbally counts to 10; counts up to five objects accurately, using one number name for each object
20b. Quantifies 4. Recognizes and names the number of items in a small set (up to five) instantly; combines and separates up to five objects and describes the parts
20c. Connects numerals with their quantities 4. Identifies numerals to 5 by name and connects each to counted objects
Pre-K 4 20. Uses number concepts and operations 20a. Counts
6. Verbally counts to 20; counts 10–20 objects accurately; knows the last number states how many in all; tells what number (1–10) comes next in order by counting
20b. Quantifies
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compare number (e.g., more/less, grater/fewer, equal to)
b. Combines and names how many
c. Separates and names how many
d. Explores everyday fractions
3. Solves problems using number
a. Names how many there are in a group (up to five objects)
b. Uses one to one correspondence with counting objects
c. Uses one to one correspondence to compare the size of a group of objects
d. Estimates, then counts to verify the number of objects
4. Uses numerical representation
b. Identifies numerals in everyday situations
d. Writes some numerals e. matches numeral with quantity
II. Geometry and Spatial Sense
1. Investigates positions and locations
a. Takes objects apart and puts them together.
6. Makes sets of 6–10 objects and then describes the parts; identifies which part has more, less, or the same (equal); counts all or counts on to find out how many
20c. Connects numerals with their quantities 6. Identifies
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Math Standards I. Number and
Operations 1. Uses number to show
quantity a. Shows interest in
counting and quantity c. Counts objects with
understanding 2. Uses language to
represent number of objects
a. Uses language to compare number (e.g., more/less, grater/fewer, equal to)
b. Combines and names how many
c. Separates and names how many
d. Explores everyday fractions
3. Solves problems using number
a. Names how many there are in a group (up to five)
c. Uses one to one correspondence to compare the size of a group of objects
d. Estimates, then counts to verify the number of objects
II. Geometry and Spatial Sense 1. Investigates positions
and locations a. Takes objects apart
ELEMENT: NUMBER RELATIONSHIPS & OPERATIONS The use of numbers to describe relationships and solve problems.
Preschool 3 20. Uses number concepts and operations 20b. Quantifies
4. Recognizes and names the number of items in a small set (up to five) instantly; combines and separates up to five objects and describes the parts
Pre-K 4 20. Uses number concepts and operations 20b. Quantifies
6. Makes sets of 6–10 objects and then describes the parts; identifies which part has more, less, or the same (equal); counts all or counts on to find out how many
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and puts them together.
Math Standard II. Geometry and Spatial
Sense 1. Investigates positions
and locations b. Uses actions and
words to indicate position and location
c. Uses actions and words to indicate movement and orientation
2. Explores shapes in the environment
a. Investigates and talks about the characteristics of shapes
b. Creates and duplicates three-dimensional and two-dimensional shapes using a variety of materials
c. Identifies and names some shapes
d. Indicates if shapes are alike or different using one or more characteristics
ELEMENT: GEOMETRY & SPATIAL SENSE The understanding of shapes, their properties, and how objects are related to one another.
Preschool 3 21. Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes 21a. Understands spatial relationships
4. Follows simple directions related to proximity (beside, between, next to) 21b. Understands shapes
4.Identifies a few basic shapes (circle, square, triangle) Pre-K 4 21. Explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes 21a. Understands spatial relationships
6. Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance 21b. Understands shapes
6. Describes basic two- and three-dimensional shapes by using own words; recognizes basic shapes when they are presented in a new orientation
Math Standards III. Patterns and Relationships (Algebra)
2. Uses patterns in the environment a. Recognizes patterns b. Duplicates and extends patterns c. Creates patterns
ELEMENT: PATTERNS The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern.
Preschool 3 23. Demonstrates knowledge of patterns
4. Copies simple repeating patterns Pre-K 4 23. Demonstrates knowledge of patterns
6. Extends and creates simple repeating patterns
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Math Standards I. Numbers and
Operations 4. Uses numerical representation c. uses ordinal numbers (i.e., first, second, last)
III. Patterns and Relationships (Algebra)
1. Recognizes relationships in the environment
b. Orders things according to relative differences
IV. Measurement 1. Makes comparisons a. Compares objects
using measurable features
b. Describes measurement
c. Orders three or more objects according to length or size differences
d. Uses language associated with time in everyday situations
e. Anticipates, remembers and predicts a sequence of events
2. Uses measurement a. Explores ways to
measure b. Measures using
objects Physical Development, Health
ELEMENT: MEASUREMENT & COMPARISON The understanding of attributes and relative properties of objects as related to size, capacity and area.
Preschool 3 22. Compares and measures
4. Compares and orders a small set of objects as appropriate according to size, length, weight, area, or volume; knows usual sequence of basic daily events and a few ordinal numbers
Pre-K 4 22. Compares and measures
6. Uses multiples of the same unit to measure; uses numbers to compare; knows the purpose of standard measuring tools
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and Safety Standards I. Physical
Development 3. Responds to sensory
input to function in the environment
d. Exhibits spatial awareness
Math Standards V. Exploring Data (Probability)
1. Collects, organizes and displays information (Charting and Graphing) a. Asks questions to gather information b. Sorts and classifies objects into groups c. Explains how the grouping was done d. Uses charts and graphs to evaluate information
Science Standards I. Physical Science 1. Explores physical
properties of and materials
c. Experiments with simple tools
2. Investigates properties of objects and materials
b. Experiments with objects and materials to gather information and observe reactions
II. Life Science 2. Investigates
characteristics of living
ELEMENT: SCIENTIFIC SKILLS & METHOD The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain and draw conclusions.
24. Uses scientific inquiry skills 28. Uses tools and other technology to perform tasks
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things b. Collects information
about living things c. Shows knowledge of
the characteristics of living things
III. Earth and Space 1. Explores properties of
earth and space c. Uses simple tools to
explore earth and space
2. Investigates properties of earth and space
a. Asks questions about earth and space
Science Standards I. Physical Science 1. Explores physical
properties of objects and materials a. Shows interest in
the physical world b. Uses one or more
senses to observe the physical world
2. Investigates properties of objects and materials a. Asks questions
about objects and materials
b. Experiments with objects and materials to gather information and observe reactions
c. Shows knowledge
ELEMENT: CONCEPTUAL KNOWLEDGE OF THE NATURAL & PHYSICAL WORLD The acquisition of concepts and facts related to the natural and physical world and the understanding of naturally-occurring relationships.
25. Demonstrates knowledge of the characteristics of living things 26. Demonstrates knowledge of the physical properties of objects and materials 27. Demonstrates knowledge of Earth’s environment
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of physical properties of objects
3. Solves problems involving physical properties of objects and materials a. Identifies
problems involving physical properties of objects and materials
b. Experiments with objects to produce desired effects
c. Makes predictions based on experiences with objects and materials
4. Represent observations of the physical world in a variety of ways. d. Talks about the
physical world II. Live Science 1. Explores
characteristics of living things a. Shows interest in
plant and animal changes
b. Uses one or more senses to observe the natural world
2. Investigates characteristics of living things
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a. Asks questions about the natural world
b. Collects information to learn about living things
c. Shows knowledge of the characteristics of living things
3. Solves problems related to living things a. Identifies
problems involving living things
b. Recognizes that living things have needs
c. Makes predictions based on experiences with living things
4. Represents observations about living things in a variety of ways d. Talks about plants
and animals III. Earth and Space 1. Explores properties of
earth and space a. Shows interest in
earth and space b. Uses one or more
senses to observe earth and space
c. Uses simple tools to explore earth
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and space 2. Investigates
properties of earth and space a. Asks questions
about earth and space
b. Conducts experiments to gain knowledge of earth and space
c. Shows knowledge of changes in earth and space
3. Solves problems involving earth and space a. Identifies
problems involving earth and space
b. Makes predictions based on experiences with earth and space
4. Represents observations about earth and space in a variety of ways d. Talks about earth
and space
Domain: Creative Arts Expression
ELEMENT: MUSIC The use of voice and instruments to create sounds.
34. Explores musical concepts and expression
ELEMENT: CREATIVE MOVEMENT & DANCE
35. Explores dance and movement concepts
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The use of the body to move to music and express oneself.
ELEMENT: ART The use of a range of media and materials to create drawings, pictures, or other objects.
33. Explores the visual arts
ELEMENT: DRAMA The portrayal of events, characters, or stories through acting and using props and language.
36. Explores drama through actions and language
Domain: Social Studies Knowledge & Skills Social and Emotional Development Standards
I. Knowledge of Self 1. Exhibits self-
awareness a. Shows respect for
self b. Develops personal
preferences c. Knows personal
information Approaches to Learning Standards
I. Approaches to Learning
5. Exhibits creativity e. Exhibits a sense of
humor 6. Shows confidence
a. Expresses his or her own ideas and opinions
ELEMENT: SELF, FAMILY & COMMUNITY The understanding of one’s relationship to the family and community, roles in the family and community, and respect for diversity.
29. Demonstrates knowledge about self 30. Show basic understanding of people and how they live
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b. Views self as competent and has a positive self- image
ELEMENT: PEOPLE & THE ENVIRONMENT The understanding of the relationship between people and the environment in which they live.
32. Demonstrates simple geographic knowledge
Social and Emotional Development Standards
I. Knowledge of Self 2. Develops self-control
d. Adapts to different environments
ELEMENT: HISTORY & EVENTS The understanding that events happened in the past and how these events relate to one’s self, family, and community.
31. Explores change related to familiar people or places
Domain: English Language Development
ELEMENT: RECEPTIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS The ability to comprehend or understand the English language.
37. Demonstrates progress in listening to and understanding English
ELEMENT: EXPRESSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS The ability to speak or use English.
38. Demonstrates progress in speaking English
Literacy Standards
III. Listening/ Receptive Language
1. Listens for different
ELEMENT: ENGAGEMENT IN ENGLISH LITERACY ACTIVITIES Understanding and
Preschool 3 15. Demonstrates phonological awareness 15a. Notices and discriminates rhyme
4. Fills in the missing rhyming word; generates rhyming words spontaneously 18. Comprehends and responds to books and other texts
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Purposes b. Listens
responsively to books and stories
IV. Reading 1. Applies early reading
skills d. Comprehends and
responds to text e. Develops a sense
of story 3. Attends to sounds in
language. (Phonological Awareness) a. Repeats rhymes,
simple songs, poems and finger plays
b. Participates in word games
responding to books, storytelling, and songs presented in English.
18a. Interacts during read-alouds and book conversations 4. Asks and answers questions about the text; refers to pictures
Pre-K 4 15. Demonstrates phonological awareness 15a. Notices and discriminates rhyme
6. Decides whether two words rhyme 18. Comprehends and responds to books and other texts 18a. Interacts during read-alouds and book conversations
6. Identifies story-related problems, events, and resolutions during conversations with an adult
Missouri Early Learning Standard not addressed:
Physical Standard
I. Physical Development
2. Uses fine motor skills with purpose and control
d. Exhibits coordination of facial muscles
Missouri Early Learning Standards do not have a specific domain that targets the arts whereas the Teaching Strategies Gold™ Objectives for Development and
Learning Birth through Kindergarten do; the Gold™ aligns with the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework evenly.
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References:
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Teachers Guide: Jefferson City, MO: Author
Missouri Early Learning Standards for Literacy
Missouri Early Learning Standards for mathematics
Missouri Early Learning Standards for Physical Development, Health and Safety
Missouri Early Learning Standards for Science
Missouri Early Learning Standards for Social Emotional Development and Approaches to Learning
Heroman, C., Burts, D.C., Berke, K., &Bickart, T.S (2010). Teaching Strategies GOLD® objectives for development & learning: Birth through kindergarten
Washington, DC: Teaching Strategies, Inc..
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families Office of Head Start: (2010) Head Start Child Development and Early
Learning Framework