Description of the Foundations and Frameworks
The California Preschool Learning Foundations are designed to promote an understanding of young children’s development. The Foundations describe competencies—knowledge and skills— that most children can be expected to exhibit in a high-quality preschool program. The three volumes of the Foundations cover nine developmental domains, presenting a comprehensive view of what preschool children learn (learning standards) through child-initiated play and teacher-guided experiences and environments. The Foundations help teachers to understand children’s learning and focus on intentional teaching.
The California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks are resources for planning for children’s learning. The framework presents ways of setting up environments, encouraging and building upon children’s self-initiated play, selecting appropriate materials, integrating learning experiences across domains, and planning and implementing teacher-guided learning activities. For each of the nine developmental domains, the Frameworks provide an in-depth look at ways to help children acquire knowledge and skills in each specific area.
Links to the California Foundations and Frameworks- Available for Free Online
Volume 1: Social & Emotional Development, Language & Literacy (with English Language Development), & Math
Volume 2: Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Development, and Health
Volume 3: History-Social Science and Science
There are also Foundations and Frameworks for Infants and Toddlers
Example of APA Reference page citation for the California Preschool Foundations and Frameworks (double spaced and indent 2nd line):
California Department of Education. (2010). California preschool learning & development foundations (Vol. 1). Sacramento, CA
In-text citation example:
(California Department of Education. 2010).