Early Childhood
Professional Standards & References — Early learning standards and guidance for young children.
Choose your state to see its official standards. National frameworks are models; each state's adopted standards are the authoritative source.
Professional organizations
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International Literacy Association (ILA) (opens the official website in a new tab)
International Literacy AssociationProfessional organization supporting literacy educators, including standards for literacy professionals.
Frameworks
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Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (opens the official website in a new tab)
Office of Head Start (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)Describes the skills, behaviors and knowledge programs foster in children from birth to five.
Guidance
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NAEYC Developmentally Appropriate Practice (opens the official website in a new tab)
National Association for the Education of Young ChildrenNAEYC's position statement and guidance on developmentally appropriate practice.
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