CurriculumCenter for Child Studies

We plan for infants and toddlers based on individual developmental needs.Infants & Toddlers

Individual needs based on observationGroup needs based on developmental levelsInterests of the childrenAll teachers plan for

Individual needs based on observation

Group needs based on developmental levels

Interests of the children

Social DevelopmentChildren develop social skills under the supervision of caring teachers who carefully orchestrate opportunities for them to work together and to solve problems with other children and adults.

Social DevelopmentEach classroom is a safe, loving environment where children are encouraged to express their feelings.

Social DevelopmentTeachers support and foster friendships among children, and teach children to appreciate each other’s differences.

LiteracyLiteracy skills such as letter recognition and the understanding of how print works are encouraged in all aspects of our curriculum.

LiteracyTeachers read to children individually and in groups.

LiteracyChildren engage in activities that increase awareness of the sounds of language (phonological awareness), familiarize them with letters, words, and print, and encourage early writing experiences.

LiteracyDramatic play experiences give children opportunities to learn new vocabulary, practice language in new contexts, and represent their feelings and ideas.

Physical DevelopmentChildren participate daily in activities that promote both fine and large motor development..

Physical DevelopmentGross motor activities are planned for both inside and outside spaces and include spontaneous and teacher guided activities.

Physical DevelopmentTeachers structure the daily schedule for a balance of quiet and active time

Health and SafetyChildren practice safe and healthy behaviors in the context of daily living.

ScienceChildren explore with all their senses, observing substances, materials, and living forms, and making new discoveries.

ScienceChildren study science concepts, such as balance and light and shadow, as they engage in play.

ScienceChildren identify problems, experiment with objects to produce desired effects, and make predictions based on their experiences.

ScienceThey learn to represent their observations, collect data, and share their findings with others.

ScienceScience learning starts with our youngest children.

MathematicsChildren explore mathematics by counting and grouping real objects. They learn to classify by different characteristics and to compare number.

MathematicsThey learn one-to-one correspondence through both planned and spontaneous activities. Children make comparisons by studying size, weight, and other characteristics of objects.

Mathematics Teacher -directed activities allow adults to assess children’s knowledge and plan where to go next.

MathematicsActivities, such as block building and working with a variety of objects, help children learn mathematical concepts, such as sets, fractions and multiples, geometry, and pattern.

The ArtsThe Center for Child Studies values the arts and has an art studio to expand children’s opportunities

The ArtsChildren engage in music, dance, and the visual arts.

The ArtsThrough art, children develop important dispositions, such as creativity, initiative, and confidence.

Planning of small and large group activitiesImplementing a weekly lesson plan based on learning standardsResponding to teachable moments throughout the dayObserving & assessing children’s learningReplanning, based on observation of children’s development and learningWe incorporate The Creative Curriculum & PreK Standards into our program through

Planning of small and large group activities

Implementing a weekly lesson plan based on learning standards

Responding to teachable moments throughout the day

Observing & assessing children’s learning

Replanning, based on observation of children’s development and learning

Contact us by calling 573-651-2951.Email Paula Roberts, Administrative Assistant at pmroberts@semo.eduor Sara Starbuck, Director atsstarbuck@semo.eduTo learn more