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## ALIGNMENT
**Assessment, Evaluation, and Programming System
for Infants and Children, Third Edition (AEPS®-3)**
**WITH**
**Early Childhood Indicators of Progress:**
**Minnesota's Early Learning Standards: Birth to Kindergarten**
BROOKES
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**Alignment of Assessment, Evaluation, and Programming System for Infants and Children, Third**
**Edition (AEPS -3) with Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning®**
**Standards: Birth to Kindergarten (ECIPs)**
This document aligns the content from the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning
Standards: Birth to Kindergarten [2017] with the areas, strands, goals, and objectives of *Assessment, Evaluation, and*
Programming System for Infants and Children, Third Edition (AEPS®-3).
### References
Bricker, D., Dionne, C., Grisham, J., Johnson, J.J., Macy, M., Slentz, K., & Waddell, M. (2022). *Assessment, Evaluation, and*
Programming System for Infants and Children, Third Edition (AEPS®-3). Brookes Publishing Co.
*Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards: Birth to Kindergarten (2017).* Retrieved from:
https://edocs.dhs.state.mn.us/lfserver/Public/DHS-7596A-ENG
AEPS-3 products can be purchased online at www.brookespublishing.com/aeps or by calling 1-800-638-3775.
AEPS® is a registered trademark of and the AEPS logo is owned by Paul H. Brookes Publishing, Co., Inc.
Created February 2022
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| Domain: Social and Emotional Development | | | | |
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| Component S1-3: Self and Emotional Awareness | | | | |
| SE 1 Confidence: Child demonstrates confidence “I am capable, I can experiment, I can make mistakes, and I can move on” | | | | |
| 0-1 year | S1.1 Independently prompts caregiver to meet basic needs | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.1 Makes requests of others |
| 0-1 year | S1.2 Uses voice or body to show likes and dislikes | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | S1.3 Independently attempts new challenges or activities that may or may not be successful | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1. Expands simple observations and explorations into further inquiry |
| 1-2 years | S1.4 Checks with and accepts support from adult or caregiver when necessary | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 2-3 years | S1.5 Demonstrates or describes personal skills, likes, or dislikes | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 2-3 years | S1.6 Seeks help from adult to meet needs or solve problems | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 2-3 years | S1.7 Seeks out available social-emotional resources such as adults, peers or things for support | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 3-4 years | S1.8 Demonstrates confidence in a range of abilities and expresses pride in accomplishments | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 3. Makes positive statements about self or accomplishments |
| 3-4 years | S1.9 Consistently and effectively uses social/emotional resources such as adults, peers or things for support | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.1 Responds appropriately to soothing by peer |
| 3-4 years | S1.9 Consistently and effectively uses social/emotional resources such as adults, peers or things for support | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S1.10 Demonstrates increasing confidence and inclination to express opinions and ideas | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S1.11 Engages in increasingly independent and self-directed activities | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S1.12 Tolerates constructive criticism and manages setbacks, seeking adult support when needed | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2.2 Adjusts behavior based on feedback from others or environment |
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| S2 Self-Awareness: Child demonstrates understanding and appreciation of uniqueness in own family, community, culture, and the world | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | S2.1 Explores the world and environment around self and how things work | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 1-2 years | S2.2 Demonstrates awareness of self as separate from others | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 2-3 years | S2.3 Identifies self as part of the family, culture, community, or group | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 2-3 years | S2.4 Describes or labels self as a boy or girl | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 3-4 years | S2.5 Demonstrates knowledge of family celebrations, traditions, and expectations | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S2.6 Shows increasingly accurate understanding of own strengths, preferences, limitations, and personal qualities | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S2.6 Shows increasingly accurate understanding of own strengths, preferences, limitations, and personal qualities | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 3. Makes positive statements about self or accomplishments |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S2.7 Demonstrates growing interest in and awareness of similarities and differences between self and others | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.3 Discriminates between objects or people using common attributes |
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| S3 Emotions: Child demonstrates understanding of own emotions, others' emotions, and awareness of emotions becoming reactions and behaviors | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | S3.1 Expresses emotions through facial expressions, sounds, and gestures | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 0-1 year | S3.2 Notices and responds to emotions displayed by others | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others' emotions |
| 1-2 years | S3.3 Expresses feelings, needs, and wants with nonverbal communication, vocalizations, and a few words | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 1-2 years | S3.4 Associates emotions with words and expressions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 1-2 years | S3.4 Associates emotions with words and expressions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 2-3 years | S3.5 Recognizes and describes own emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 2-3 years | S3.6 Shows some understanding of others' emotional expressions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 3-4 years | S3.7 Uses words to express emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 3-4 years | S3.7 Uses words to express emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 3-4 years | S3.8 Recognizes and responds to others' emotional expression | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others' emotions |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S3.9 Demonstrates or describes increasing understanding of cause and effect around own emotional reactions | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S3.10 Exhibits growing ability to understand and anticipate others' emotional reactions to situations or behaviors | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component S4-5: Self-Management | | | | |
| S4 Managing thinking: Child manages attention and thoughts | | | | |
| 0-1 year | S4.1 Briefly pays attention to environmental stimuli | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 0-1 year | S4.2 Indicates a choice with physical or vocal response | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | S4.3 Focuses attention on preferred items and experiences | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | S4.4 Expresses thoughts by responding to simple choices and limits verbally or nonverbally, | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | S4.5 Anticipates and follows simple routines | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.2 Follows familiar social routines with familiar adults |
| 2-3 years | S4.6 Frequently pays attention to both familiar and new objects and experiences | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
| 2-3 years | S4.7 Chooses from a variety of options within the environment | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 2-3 years | S4.8 Responds to soothing or redirection when playing or learning does not go as expected | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.1 Responds appropriately to soothing by peer |
| 3-4 years | S4.9 Attends for longer periods and persists through a broad range of adult-directed and child-initiated activities | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 3-4 years | S4.10 Makes self-directed choices from a greater variety of options | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 3-4 years | S4.11 Increasing ability to remember and follow simple two-step directions | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 3.1 Follows multistep directions with contextual cues |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S4.12 Sustains attention and persistence with a task of interest for at least 5 minutes | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S4.13 Talks through simple tasks and conflicts, seeking adult support as needed | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4.1 Uses strategies to resolve conflicts |
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| S5 Managing emotions and behaviors: Child manages emotions, impulses, and behaviors with assistance from others and independently | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | S5.1 Uses simple behaviors, objects, or movements to comfort and calm self with caregiver assistance | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 0-1 year | S5.2 Communicates needs or wants to adults using simple gestures, sign language, or sounds | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 0-1 year | S5.3 Uses sounds, sign language, or gestures to gain adult help to alleviate discomfort or distress | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 0-1 year | S5.4 Responds to adult efforts to calm or soothe | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.1 Responds appropriately to soothing by peer |
| 0-1 year | S5.5 Uses behaviors, objects, or movements to comfort self | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 1-2 years | S5.6 Expands use of sign language, gestures, and a few words or phrases to communicate needs, wants, preferences, and discomforts to adults | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 1-2 years | S5.7 Actively seeks adult help using sounds, gestures, or some words when feeling strong emotions, either positive or negative | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 1-2 years | S5.8 Anticipates and actively avoids or ignores situations that cause discomfort | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3.2 Follows established social rules in familiar environments |
| 1-2 years | S5.9 Follows simple routines, expectations, and boundaries to help manage own emotions and behavior | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 1-2 years | S5.10 Tolerates brief delays in getting needs met | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 2–3 years | S5.11 Uses a wide variety of self- comforting behaviors | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 2–3 years | S5.12 Communicates specific needs, wants, and discomfort to adults | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 2–3 years | S5.13 Anticipates the need for comfort and tries to prepare self for changes in routine | Social-Emotional | A. Early Social Communication | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 2–3 years | S5.14 Follows simple expectations to manage emotions and behaviors, but may require reminders or assistance, particularly during more intense feelings or circumstances | Social-Emotional | A. Early Social Communication | 3.2 Follows familiar social routines with familiar adults |
| 2–3 years | S5.15 Waits briefly to obtain something desired | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2. Meets accepted social norms in community settings |
| 3–4 years | S5.16 Consistently calms self when feeling strong emotions or discomfort with only occasional adult guidance and assistance | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 3–4 years | S5.17 Independently expresses feelings, needs, opinions, and desires in appropriate ways | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 3–4 years | S5.17 Independently expresses feelings, needs, opinions, and desires in appropriate ways | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 3–4 years | S5.18 Follows expectations established to manage feelings and behaviors with necessary reminders or assistance | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 3–4 years | S5.19 Demonstrates the ability to delay gratification for longer periods of time | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2. Meets accepted social norms in community settings |
| 3–4 years | S5.20 Demonstrates understanding of rules, roles, jobs, and relationships in families and the community | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2. Meets accepted social norms in community settings |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | 5.21 Increasingly expresses feelings, needs, opinions and desires verbally | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | 5.22 Shows increasing understanding of changing expectations for behavior and emotional expression in different settings (e.g., home, school, grocery store) | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | 5.23 Shows increasing ability to manage challenging feelings and behaviors, with necessary reminders or assistance | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | 5.24 Shows increasing ability to stop and think before acting | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
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| Component S6-8: Social Understanding and Relationships | | | | |
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| S6 Social responsiveness: Child notices and responds to others and their emotions | | | | |
| 0-1 year | S6.1 Shows interest or reacts to others’ emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 0-1 year | S6.2 Responds to others’ emotional tone and actions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 1-2 years | S6.3 Imitates others’ emotions and expressions | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.2 Imitates familiar vocalizations |
| 1-2 years | S6.4 Shows some individual response to others’ emotional tone | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 2-3 years | S6.5 Identifies others’ basic emotional cues | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 2-3 years | S6.5 Identifies others’ basic emotional cues | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 2-3 years | S6.6 Shows concern for others through efforts to help or comfort | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 3-4 years | S6.7 Shows understanding, empathy, and compassion for others through words or gestures | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 3-4 years | S6.8 Labels others’ emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S6.9 Appropriately labels increasingly complex emotions in others (e.g., pride, embarrassment, jealousy) | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S6.10 Responds appropriately to others’ emotions | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others’ emotions |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S6.11 Shows increasing understanding and appreciation of the perspectives of peers | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4.1 Uses strategies to resolve conflicts |
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| S7 Building relationships: Child establishes and sustains relationships with others | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | S7.1 Shows a preference for a trusted adult | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 1.2 Responds to familiar adult's positive social behavior |
| 0-1 year | S7.2 Notices or responds to others | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 1-2 years | S7.3 Shows preferences for one or more adults or children | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | S7.4 Shows some awareness or caution with unfamiliar adults | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2. Meets accepted social norms in community settings |
| 1-2 years | S7.5 Uses trusted adult(s) as a base from which to explore | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2-3 years | S7.6 Seeks out familiar adults and children for conversation and play | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 2.1 Initiates simple social interaction with familiar adult |
| 2-3 years | S7.6 Seeks out familiar adults and children for conversation and play | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 1.1 Initiates social behavior toward peer |
| 2-3 years | S7.7 Manages routine separations with decreasing amount of distress | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2.1 Meets behavioral expectations in familiar environments |
| 3-4 years | S7.8 Shares information and participates in activities with adults and peers | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 1. Interacts appropriately with others during small-group activities |
| 3-4 years | S7.8 Shares information and participates in activities with adults and peers | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2. Interacts appropriately with others during large-group activities |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S7.9 Builds friendships through play, learning activities and conversation with peers | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3. Maintains cooperative activity |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S7.10 Uses trusted adults for support in diverse settings (e.g., classroom, outside) when in need of assistance. | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3.1 Seeks adult permission when appropriate |
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| S8 Social skills: Child responds to and interact with others in a meaningful way | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | S8.1 Notices others and chooses similar materials or copies actions | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 1.2 Imitates familiar simple motor action |
| 1-2 years | S8.2 Play with others in a parallel manner | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 1.3 Plays near one or two peers |
| 1-2 years | S8.3 Recognizes similarities and differences between self and others | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.3 Discriminates between objects or people using common attributes |
| 2-3 years | S8.4 Enters play groups using various strategies | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3.2 Joins others in cooperative activity |
| 2-3 years | S8.5 Seeks a preferred playmate | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 2-3 years | S8.6 Shows flexibility in roles during play | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.1 Enacts roles or identities in imaginary play |
| 3-4 years | S8.7 Initiates, joins, and sustains cooperative play and conversations with others | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3. Maintains cooperative activity |
| 3-4 years | S8.8 Shows concern, respect, care, and appreciation for others and the environment | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1. Responds appropriately to others' emotions |
| 3-4 years | S8.9 Actively helps solve problems with others | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4. Resolves conflicts using negotiation |
| 3-4 years | S8.9 Actively helps solve problems with others | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4.1 Uses strategies to resolve conflicts |
| 3-4 years | S8.10 Takes turns | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S8.11 Shows increasing ability to initiate and engage in positive interactions with peers and adults | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3.1 Initiates cooperative activity |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | S8.12 Solves problems with others most of the time, appropriately using support of adults and peers as needed | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4. Resolves conflicts using negotiation |
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| Domain: Approaches to Learning | | | | |
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| Component AL1-2: Initiative and Curiosity | | | | |
| AL1 Inquisitiveness: Child explores the environment and seeks interaction with people and objects; willingly tries new things | | | | |
| 0-1 year | AL1.1 Shows interest in the environment primarily through looking and listening | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 0-1 year | AL1.2 Responds to people by looking kicking legs, vocalizing, reaching | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 0-1 year | AL1.3 Demonstrates readiness for new experiences | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | AL1.4 Uses senses to explore their environment | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 1-2 years | AL1.5 Seeks and taking pleasure in new skills | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2-3 years | AL1.6 Approaches new materials in the environment with interest | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 3-4 years | AL1.7 Investigates and experiments with materials with enthusiasm | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 3-4 years | AL1.8 Tries different ways of combining materials | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 3-4 years | AL1.9 Asks questions | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.1 Asks questions to obtain information |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL1.10 Scans environment and notices new objects, materials and activities right away. Asks about them | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.1 Generates specific questions for investigation |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL1.11 Eager to investigate new things and have new experiences | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
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| AL2 Wonderment: Child expresses interest in novelty | | | | |
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| 0–1 year | AL2.1 Vocalizes in response to a new person, toy or experience | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 3. Engages in vocal exchanges |
| 1–2 years | AL2.2 Bangs, moves, throws and dumps materials with pleasure | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 2–3 years | AL2.3 Turns objects around, upside down and inside out to examine characteristics | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 3–4 years | AL2.4 Verbally expresses interest when encountering novel objects or events | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.3 Expresses desire to continue activity |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL2.5 Independently seeks out new experiences, objects, or materials for own enjoyment | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| Component AL3-6: Attentiveness, Engagement and Persistence | | | | |
| AL3 Attending: Child focuses visual and auditory attention on relevant aspects of the environment | | | | |
| 0–1 year | AL3.1 Recognizes primary caregiver and familiar objects by touch, sight, sound, smell | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.1 Recognizes own and familiar names |
| 1–2 years | AL3.2 Stays focused on activities for a short period of time | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3.3 Entertains self by playing with toys |
| 2–3 years | AL3.3 Maintains attention for longer periods of time | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2.3 Remains with group during large-group activities |
| 3–4 years | AL3.4 Returns to an activity after an interruption | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3.1 Responds to request to finish activity |
| 3–4 years | AL3.5 Engages in play with peers for extended period of time | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3. Maintains cooperative activity |
| 3–4 years | AL3.6 Attends in a large group for short periods | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2.3 Remains with group during large-group activities |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL3.7 Attends in large group activities led by teacher for sustained periods | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2.3 Remains with group during large-group activities |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL3.8 Participates in large group activities and discussions | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2. Interacts appropriately with others during large-group activities |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL3.9 Listens to others | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3.4 Alternates between speaker and listener roles during conversations with others |
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| AL4 Self-direction: Child makes choices based upon own interests | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | AL4.1 Shows preference for people, objects, and food | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1-2 years | AL4.2 Makes choices seeking occasional assistance from adult | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3.1 Seeks adult permission when appropriate |
| 2-3 years | AL4.3 Makes choices independently | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 3-4 years | AL4.4 Engages in self-initiated activities for sustained periods of time | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL4.5 Creates a plan to achieve a goal and follows through to completion | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
| AL5 Diligence: Child is focused and productive | | | | |
| 0-1 year | AL5.1 Repeats actions intentionally to achieve goals | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 1.2 Imitates familiar simple motor action |
| 1-2 years | AL5.2 Interacts with others, objects or activities for short periods of time | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2-3 years | AL5.3 Seeks assistance then persists to complete task | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3.1 Responds to request to finish activity |
| 3-4 years | AL5.4 Works at a task despite distractions | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL5.6 Conscientiously attempts to complete assigned tasks | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| AL6 Resilience: Child responds to challenge by adapting | | | | |
| 0–1 year | AL6.1 Calms self when frustrated | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 1–2 years | AL6.2 When upset, can recover in a reasonable amount of time | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2. Uses appropriate strategies to manage emotional states |
| 2–3 years | AL6.3 Handles transitions comfortably | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.2 Follows familiar social routines with familiar adults |
| 3–4 years | AL6.4 Copes with change, persists and moves ahead | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.2 Follows familiar social routines with familiar adults |
| 3–4 years | AL6.5 Approaches new tasks with confidence | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 3. Makes positive statements about self or accomplishments |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL6.6 Maintains a positive outlook in spite of challenges | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 3. Makes positive statements about self or accomplishments |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL6.7 Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.2 Follows familiar social routines with familiar adults |
| Component AL7-9: Creativity | | | | |
| AL7 Immersion: Child becomes absorbed in the process of exploration | | | | |
| 0–1 year | AL7.1 Looks and listens with intensity | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 1–2 years | AL7.2 Explores environment with purpose | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2–3 years | AL7.3 Shows preference for certain activities, objects and materials through sustained involvement | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 4.3 Expresses desire to continue activity |
| 3–4 years | AL7.4 Repeatedly becomes engrossed in activities of own choosing. | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 3–4 years | AL7.5 Rarely shows boredom when engaged in preferred activities | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | AL7.6 When interested in a topic seeks opportunities to learn more and satisfy own curiosity | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.1 Generates specific questions for investigation |
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| AL8 Playfulness: Child demonstrates a sense of humor and imagination in their play | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | AL8.1 Smile, coos and laughs | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 2.1 Coos and gurgles |
| 0-1 year | AL8.2 Begins to be playful with familiar people and objects | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 1. Initiates positive social behavior toward familiar adult |
| 1-2 years | AL8.3 Explores and uses materials in new and unconventional ways | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 1-2 years | AL8.4 Observes others when they are laughing and smiles or laughs too | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
| 2-3 years | AL8.5 Shows interest in other's play and seeks out others to play | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3.2 Joins others in cooperative activity |
| 2-3 years | AL8.6 Uses a variety of voice inflections and facial expressions in play; laughs | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.2 Varies voice to impart meaning and recognize social or environmental conditions |
| 3-4 years | AL8.7 Tries out various pretend roles | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.1 Enacts roles or identities in imaginary play |
| 3-4 years | AL8.8 Experiments with new ways to combine materials when playing | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL8.9 Approaches tasks with imagination and inventiveness | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.1 Enacts roles or identities in imaginary play |
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| AL9 Production: Child expresses ideas, thoughts and opinions and creates products that are unexpected, original and relevant | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | AL9.1 Shows excitement and pleasure at making something happen (activates mobile by kicking foot, drops toy and hears a “bang”) | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 1-2 years | AL9.2 Wants to do things by self and has own way of doing thing | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 1-2 years | AL9.3 Begins to play with toys, objects and materials in new, ways. | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2-3 years | AL9.4 Begins to organize play and carry out own plans | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2. Plans and acts out recognizable event, theme, or storyline in imaginary play |
| 3-4 years | AL9.5 Engages in inventive social play | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2. Plans and acts out recognizable event, theme, or storyline in imaginary play |
| 3-4 years | AL9.6 Engages in inventive play with materials | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.2 Uses imaginary props in play |
| 3-4 years | AL9.7 Tries out different ways to accomplish a task | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL9.8 Becomes absorbed in the process of creating | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2. Plans and acts out recognizable event, theme, or storyline in imaginary play |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL9.9 Purposefully works to create unique products of own choosing | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component AL10-13: Processing and Utilizing Information | | | | |
| AL10 Working Memory: Child stores and retrieves information in order to use it purposefully | | | | |
| 0-1 year | AL10.1 Demonstrates understanding of object permanence | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1. Maintains search for object not in its usual location |
| 1-2 years | AL10.2 Uses some prior experiences to build new knowledge and solve problems | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| 1-2 years | AL10.3 Anticipates familiar, daily events | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.1 Initiates next step of familiar social routine |
| 2-3 years | AL10.4 Able to remember and pretend a sequence of events | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 3.1 Relates recent events without contextual cues |
| 2-3 years | AL10.5 Recites simple songs, rhymes, a short sequence of letters, numbers, etc. | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 3.2 Relates recent events with contextual cues |
| 3-4 years | AL10.6 Recalls and follows multi step directions of increasing complexity | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 3. Follows multistep directions without contextual cues |
| 3-4 years | AL10.7 Recites complete songs or rhymes | Literacy | B. Phonological Awareness | 1.2 Participates in repetitive verbal play |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL10.8 Independently carries out all of the steps in daily routines such as putting toys away, preparing for lunch, etc | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL10.9 Participates in discussions about familiar topics and contributes relevant information | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2. Provides and seeks information while conversing using words, phrases, or sentences |
| AL11 Symbolic Representation: Child uses sounds, actions, objects and materials (paint, clay, blocks, etc.) to express their ideas and understanding as well as to make new connections | | | | |
| 0-1 year | AL11.1 Imitates actions or makes a sound to represent or stand for an object or event ("Arf" or dog) | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.1 Imitates novel vocalizations |
| 1-2 years | AL11.2 Acts out a sequence of related actions to recreate personal experiences (feeding teddy bear with a spoon, etc) | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 1.2 Imitates familiar simple motor action |
| 2-3 years | AL11.3 Begins to use one object to stand for another in play. (block as a telephone) | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.2 Uses imaginary props in play |
| 2-3 years | AL11.4 After exploring and experimenting with materials, labels their creation | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
| 3-4 years | AL11.5 Begins to intentionally plan how to use materials to express an idea (may have a story in mind when pretending | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.2 Uses imaginary props in play |
| 3-4 years | AL11.6 Notices written words represent objects, people or events and begins to use in play | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 3. Recognizes print words for common or familiar people, objects, or pictures |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL11.7 Plans and creates elaborate play plots, stories, block structures and art projects | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2. Plans and acts out recognizable event, theme, or storyline in imaginary play |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL11.8 Begins to use print as a tool to express thoughts, ideas and to intentionally communicate | Literacy | E. Writing | 3. Writes words using conventional spelling |
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| AL12 Cognitive Flexibility/ Reasoning: Child considers more than one possible outcome to a problem or situation; begins to create theories for why things happen; can recognize how one thing relates to or affects another thing | | | | |
| 0-1 year | AL12.1 Recognizes their actions can cause a specific response | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2. Combines simple actions to examine people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | AL12.2 Notices similarities and differences | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.3 Discriminates between objects or people using common attributes |
| 1-2 years | AL12.3 Anticipates what will happen next | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.1 Initiates next step of familiar social routine |
| 2-3 years | AL12.4 Makes inferences based on what is seen, heard, smelled, etc. | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 2-3 years | AL12.5 Considers possibilities for why something happened | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
| 3-4 years | AL12.6 Predicts and hypothesizes what will happen next | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2. Anticipates outcome of investigation |
| 3-4 years | AL12.7 Forms theories about why things happen | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2. Anticipates outcome of investigation |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL12.8 Draws conclusions and can explain their thinking | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL12.9 Considers another point of view and will change opinion or idea when faced with new information | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.2 Demonstrates knowledge of properties of change resulting from investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL12.10 Collaborates with others to investigate a situation or problem | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3. Maintains cooperative activity |
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| AL13 Problem Solving: Child seeks and finds solutions to problems | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | AL13.1 Notices and pays attention to things that seems miss | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1. Maintains search for object not in its usual location |
| 1-2 years | AL13.2 Examines objects that don't respond as usual; attempts to make object work as expected | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 2-3 years | AL13.3 Communicates to others that there is a problem and request that they solve it | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.1 Makes requests of others |
| 3-4 years | AL13.4 Makes guesses about how a problem might be solved and with support is willing to follow through to a solution | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL13.5 Independently attempts to solve problems | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL13.6 Explains the possible solution and the outcome | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.1 Communicates results of investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | AL13.7 Evaluates the outcome of attempted solutions and makes revisions if necessary | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3.1 Evaluates common solutions to solve problems or reach goals |
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| Domain: Language, Literacy and Communications | | | | |
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| Component LLC 1-2: Listening and Understanding; Receptive Language | | | | |
| L1 Language comprehension: Child understands the meaning of words and phrases (receptive) and uses those words and phrases to communicate effectively (expressive) | | | | |
| Birth to 6 months | L1.1 Turns toward and focuses on nearby adult caregiver who is speaking | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 1. Turns and looks toward person speaking |
| Birth to 6 months | L1.2 Watches caregiver actions and gestures | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 1. Turns and looks toward person speaking |
| 6–15 months | L1.3 Responds to nonverbal and verbal cues | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 6–15 months | L1.4 Responds to conversation, questions, and requests | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
| 6–15 months | L1.5 Responds to an object or action label such as ball or eat | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
| 15–24 months | L1.6 Responds to increasingly complex sentences | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 4. Responds to comprehension questions related to why, how, and when |
| 15–24 months | L1.7 Responds to descriptive language about objects, actions, and concepts | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
| 2–3 years | L1.8 Shows understanding of questions and statements about people, objects, ideas, and feelings | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 4.1 Answers who, what, and where questions |
| 2–3 years | L1.9 Points to or places an object in/out, under/over and top/bottom when asked | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 2–3 years | L1.10 Notices when adults use unusual or uncommon words | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 2.1 Uses irregular plural nouns in multiple-word sentences |
| 2–3 years | L1.10 Notices when adults use unusual or uncommon words | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.1 Uses irregular past tense of common verbs |
| 3–4 years | L1.11 Responds to direct questions and follows simple directions | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
| 3–4 years | L1.12 Points to or places objects before, after, above, and below based on verbal cues | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L1.13 Follows directions that involve two or more steps | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 3. Follows multistep directions without contextual cues |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L1.14 Responds to increasingly complex prepositional directions, such as beside, around and next to | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 3. Follows multistep directions without contextual cues |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.1.1.d Follows basic oral direction | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.2 Responds to single-word directive |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.1.1.a Follows agreed upon rules for discussions | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 4.1 Knows and follows game rules |
| Component LLC 3-4: Communicating and Speaking; Expressive Language | | | | |
| L2 Social conversation: Child meaningfully engages in talk with others to express feelings, wants and ideas | | | | |
| Birth to 6 months | L2.1 Coos and gurgles, babbles, and imitates facial expressions to caregivers | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 2.1 Coos and gurgles |
| Birth to 6 months | L2.2 Begins a conversation through body movements | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 6–15 months | L2.3 Uses sounds, gestures, or actions to communicate and express needs and wants | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 6–15 months | L2.4 Makes different sounds in response to objects, people, or activities | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.2 Varies voice to impart meaning and recognize social or environmental conditions |
| 15–24 months | L2.5 Uses real or made-up words or signs to express basic wants and needs | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 15–24 months | L2.6 Adds to or extends conversations with others | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.3 Responds to topic initiations from others |
| 2–3 years | L2.7 Uses sounds, signs, words, phrases for desires and interests | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 2–3 years | L2.8 Begins to ask "why" questions | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 4.1 Asks wh- questions |
| 2–3 years | L2.9 Starts conversations with others | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 1. Uses language to initiate and sustain social interaction |
| 3–4 years | L2.10 Continues conversations with comments or questions | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.3 Responds to topic initiations from others |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L2.11 Negotiates, shares, plans, and solves problems with others | Social-Emotional | D. Social Use of Language | 4. Resolves conflicts using negotiation |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L2.12 Asks and answers questions to seek help or get information | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2. Provides and seeks information while conversing using words, phrases, or sentences |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.1.1.b Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.4 Alternates between speaker and listener roles during conversations with others |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.3.3 Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2. Provides and seeks information while conversing using words, phrases, or sentences |
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| L3 Vocabulary and syntax: Child understands word order and grammatical rules | | | | |
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| Birth to 6 months | L3.1 Imitates and repeats pitch and duration of caregiver sounds | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.2 Imitates familiar vocalizations |
| 6–15 months | L3.2 Uses a few words or word approximations to represent concepts | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.3 Uses consistent approximations for words or signs |
| 6–15 months | L3.3 Names a few objects and people | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.4 Uses consistent consonant–vowel combinations |
| 6–15 months | L3.4 Imitates animal and other environmental sounds | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.2 Imitates familiar vocalizations |
| 15–24 months | L3.5 Constructs simple two- word sentences object and action) | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.1 Uses two-word utterances |
| 15–24 months | L3.6 Rapidly increases use and number of sounds and words | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| 2–3 years | L3.7 Uses increasingly complex and varied vocabulary and language | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | All |
| 2–3 years | L3.8 Rapidly increases use of descriptive words such as giant, scary, silly | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| 2–3 years | L3.9 Uses verbs such as have, had, or will in everyday conversation | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3. Uses helping verbs |
| 2–3 years | L3.9 Uses verbs such as have, had, or will in everyday conversation | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.2 Uses regular past tense of common verbs |
| 2–3 years | L3.9 Uses verbs such as have, had, or will in everyday conversation | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.3 Uses to be verbs |
| 3–4 years | L3.10 Uses short sentences to shares information about experiences, people, places, and things | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 3–4 years | L3.11 Uses increasingly precise adverbs such as quietly, loudly, quickly | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3. Uses helping verbs |
| 3–4 years | L3.11 Uses increasingly precise adverbs such as quietly, loudly, quickly | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.2 Uses regular past tense of common verbs |
| 3–4 years | L3.11 Uses increasingly precise adverbs such as quietly, loudly, quickly | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.3 Uses to be verbs |
| 3–4 years | L3.12 Uses more new and precise words | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| 3–4 years | L3.13 Correctly uses some past tense and irregular verbs (go, went, gone) | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 3.2 Uses regular past tense of common verbs |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L3.14 Uses sentences that express logical relationships between concepts | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L3.15 Uses increasingly specific words to name objects and their features and functions | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L3.16 Shares information about experiences, people, places, and things in sequence | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.4.4 Describes familiar people places, things, and events and, with prompting and support, provide additional detail | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| K Alignment | K 0.10.4.4 Identifies new meanings for familiar words and apply them accurately | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| K Alignment | K 0.8.6.6 Speaks audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly, and responds to poems, rhymes and songs | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| Component LLC 5-13: Emergent Reading | | | | |
| L4 Motivation, engagement: Child has an interest in and sustained attention for literacy acts | | | | |
| Birth to 6 months | L4.1 Likes to be read to and shown pictures | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1. Participates in shared group reading |
| 6–15 months | L4.2 Makes sounds while looking at text or images | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 6–15 months | L4.3 Points to a few pictures in books and in response to adult questions | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1.2 Locates familiar objects, people, events, and actions in picture books |
| 6–15 months | L4.4 Demonstrates interest and involvement with books and other print materials | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 15–24 months | L4.5 Relates an object in a book or print to the real object | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 3. Recognizes print words for common or familiar people, objects, or pictures |
| 15–24 months | L4.6 Imitates reading | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.2 Imitates familiar vocalizations |
| 2–3 years | L4.7 Shows interest in both pictures and text | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1. Participates in shared group reading |
| 2–3 years | L4.8 Asks for or picks out favorite texts | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 2–3 years | L4.9 Focuses on a book while listening to the reader | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 1.1 Interacts appropriately with materials during small-group activities |
| 3–4 years | L4.10 Shows persistence with longer and more complex narratives and informational text | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 3–4 years | L4.11 Offers a personal response to stories read aloud | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.2 Answers and asks questions related to story |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L4.12 Actively participates in reading activities with enjoyment and purpose | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 1. Interacts appropriately with others during small-group activities |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L4.13 Retells familiar stories using the book as a guide | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| K Alignment | K 0.1.10.10 Actively participates in group reading activities with purpose and understanding including the appropriate selection of text for personal enjoyment, interest and academic tasks | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 1. Interacts appropriately with others during small-group activities |
| K Alignment | K 0.1.10.10 Actively participates in group reading activities with purpose and understanding including the appropriate selection of text for personal enjoyment, interest and academic tasks | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2. Interacts appropriately with others during large-group activities |
| K Alignment | K 0.1.10.10 Actively participates in group reading activities with purpose and understanding including the appropriate selection of text for personal enjoyment, interest and academic tasks | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1. Participates in shared group reading |
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| L5 Phonological awareness: Child is able to hear and understand the discrete sounds that make up language | | | | |
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| Birth to 6 months | L5.1 Looks at caregiver's lips and face when caregiver is speaking | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| Birth to 6 months | L5.2 Pays attention to sounds in the environment and the spoken language from caregivers | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 6–15 months | L5.3 Shows interest in songs, rhymes, chants, and stories | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 1.2 Participates in repetitive verbal play |
| 6–15 months | L5.4 Recognizes sounds used by speakers of child's home language | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 1.1 Quiets to familiar voice |
| 15–24 months | L5.5 Imitates sounds heard in the environment | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2.2 Imitates familiar vocalizations |
| 15–24 months | L5.6 Identifies sounds heard in the environment | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 2.1 Recognizes own and familiar names |
| 2–3 years | L5.7 Repeats different sounds in rhymes and familiar words | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 1.2 Participates in repetitive verbal play |
| 2–3 years | L5.8 Distinguishes between spoken language and environmental sounds | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 2–3 years | L5.9 Recalls previously heard words, songs, and rhymes | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 1.1 Identifies rhyming words |
| 3–4 years | L5.10 Shows interest in and associates sounds with words | Literacy | C. Alphabet Knowledge | 2.1 Sounds out CVC words |
| 3–4 years | L5.11 Playfully explores sounds, words, and language, including rhyme and alliteration | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 4. Segments CVC words into individual sounds |
| 3–4 years | L5.11 Playfully explores sounds, words, and language, including rhyme and alliteration | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 4.1 Blends separate CVC sounds into simple words |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L5.12 Identifies and continues sound patterns in words | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 3. Segments syllables of two- and three-syllable words |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L5.12 Identifies and continues sound patterns in words | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 3.1 Blends syllables into two- and three-syllable words |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L5.13 Plays with the sounds in spoken language, independent of meaning | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 4. Segments CVC words into individual sounds |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L5.13 Plays with the sounds in spoken language, independent of meaning | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | 4.1 Blends separate CVC sounds into simple words |
| K Alignment | K 0.3.0.0 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes) | Literacy | B. Phonological awareness | All |
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| L6 Letter recognition: Child recognizes the shapes of letters and recalls the names of letters | | | | |
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| Birth to 6 months | L6.1 Recognizes familiar faces | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 1.2 Responds to familiar adult's positive social behavior |
| 6-15 months | L6.2 Shows interest in familiar photos, pictures, and drawings | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 3.2 Recognizes common signs and logos |
| 6-15 months | L6.2 Shows interest in familiar photos, pictures, and drawings | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1.3 Matches pictures to actual objects, people, or actions |
| 15-24 months | L6.3 Recognizes familiar photos, pictures, drawings | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 3.2 Recognizes common signs and logos |
| 15-24 months | L6.3 Recognizes familiar photos, pictures, drawings | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1.3 Matches pictures to actual objects, people, or actions |
| 2-3 years | L6.4 Recognizes symbols, colors, and shapes | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3-4 years | L6.5 Points to and names some letters (especially in their own name) | Literacy | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1.4 Names letters in own first name |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L6.6 Recognizes how features of a letter combine to make a specific letter | Literacy | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1. Names all uppercase and lowercase letters of alphabet |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L6.7 Differentiates between letters and other symbols | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K 0.3.1.1.(d) Recognize and name all upper and lower case letters of the alphabet | Literacy | C. Alphabet Knowledge | 1. Names all uppercase and lowercase letters of alphabet |
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| L7 Concepts of print: Child understands the fundamentals of print, such as orientation, organization, and features of print | | | | |
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| Birth to 6 months | L7.1 Explores books by grasping and bringing to mouth to suck and chew | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2. Combines simple actions to examine people, animals, and objects |
| 6-15 months | L7.2 Attempts to hold board books with both hands | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.2 Holds book or other printed material with pictures correctly oriented |
| 6-15 months | L7.3 Turns pages of board books | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 15-24 months | L7.4 Turns book or text right side up | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.2 Holds book or other printed material with pictures correctly oriented |
| 2-3 years | L7.5 Identifies front and back of book | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 2-3 years | L7.6 Demonstrates understanding that print has meaning | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1. Demonstrates understanding that pictures represent text |
| 3-4 years | L7.7 Looks at books or shares them from front to back | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L7.8 Recognizes some parts of a book and conventions of print | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 3. Recognizes print words for common or familiar people, objects, or pictures |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L7.9 Knows that English print is left to right and top to bottom | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2. Demonstrates understanding that text is read in one direction and from top to bottom of page |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L7.10 Points to words and attempts to read, or asks, “what does it say?” | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1. Demonstrates understanding that pictures represent text |
| K Alignment | K 0.3.1.1 (a-d) Demonstrates understanding of the organization and basic features of print | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 2. Demonstrates understanding that text is read in one direction and from top to bottom of page |
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| L8 Comprehension of narrative text: Child understands the events and order of events in a story | | | | |
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| Birth to 6 months | | | | |
| 6–15 months | L8.1 Pays attention to stories read out loud | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1. Participates in shared group reading |
| 6–15 months | L8.2 Points to or gestures toward characters during reading | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1.1 Participates in shared one-on-one reading |
| 15–24 months | L8.3 Understands stories read or told | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| 15–24 months | L8.4 Talks about, gestures, or points to characters and events during reading or storytelling | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1.1 Participates in shared one-on-one reading |
| 15–24 months | L8.5 Relates objects in stories to objects in the real world | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4. Transfers knowledge |
| 15–24 months | L8.6 Talks about characters and events during reading | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1.1 Participates in shared one-on-one reading |
| 2–3 years | L8.7 Asks and answers questions during story reading | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.2 Answers and asks questions related to story |
| 2–3 years | L8.8 Acts out, draws, or describes parts of a story | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| 2–3 years | L8.9 Can identify and describe basic information from the text | Social-Communication | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 3–4 years | L8.10 Retells important information from a story | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| 3–4 years | L8.11 Tells simple stories and experiences about own life | Social-Communication | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 3–4 years | L8.12 Responds to and uses vocabulary related to key concepts in the text | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 3.1 Demonstrates understanding of key vocabulary in picture books |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L8.13 Predicts what will happen next in a story using words or drawings | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.1 Makes predictions about what will happen next in story |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L8.14 Retells a story using a variety of media, materials, and props | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.3 Tells story associated with series of pictures |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | L8.15 Restates and describes the concepts from the text | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| K Alignment | K 0.1.3.3 With prompting and support, identify characters, settings and major events in a story | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| K Alignment | K (0.1.2.2 0.2.1.1, 0.2.2.2, 0.2.3.3) With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2. Retells simple story |
| K Alignment | K 0.1.1.1 With prompting and support ask and answer questions about key details in a text | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 2.2 Answers and asks questions related to story |
| Component LLC 14: Writing | | | | |
| L9 Writing conventions: Child understands the forms and function of written language | | | | |
| Birth to 6 months | L9.1 Grasps and squeezes a toy or object | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 2.4 Grasps hand-size object using whole hand |
| Birth to 6 months | L9.2 Uses hands or feet to make a connection with objects or people | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 6–15 months | L9.3 Coordinates eye and hand movements and has control over grasp | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3. Stacks objects |
| 6–15 months | L9.3 Coordinates eye and hand movements and has control over grasp | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3.1 Releases object into targeted space |
| 15–24 months | L9.4 Uses small muscles to do simple tasks | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | All |
| 15–24 months | L9.4 Uses small muscles to do simple tasks | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | All |
| 15–24 months | L9.5 Attempts to use a variety of writing tools such as crayons and markers | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | 1. Holds writing tool using three-finger grasp to write or draw |
| 2–3 years | L9.6 Uses scribbles, shapes, or pictures to represent thoughts and ideas | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 2–3 years | L9.7 Demonstrates interest in writing as a way of communicating | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 3–4 years | L9.8 Uses letter-like symbols to make letters or words | Literacy | E. Writing | 3.4 Writes using “scribble writing” |
| 3–4 years | L9.9 Uses drawing to represent writing | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L9.10 Writes own name, and words about things that interest them | Literacy | E. Writing | 3.2 Prints first name |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L9.11 Understands there are different purposes for writing, such as stories, lists, signs, etc. | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L9.12 Uses invented spelling | Literacy | E. Writing | 3.1 Writes using developmental spelling |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | L9.13 Uses words, pictures, letters, or letter- like symbols to communicate information and ideas, or compose original stories | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| K Alignment | K 0.6.3.3 Use a combination of drawing, dictating, and writing to narrate a single event or several loosely linked events, tell about the events in the order in which they occurred, and provide a reaction to what happened | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Domain: The Arts | | | | |
| Component A 1-2: Exploring the Arts | | | | |
| A1 Child shows an interest in learning about different artistic experiences | | | | |
| 0-1 year | A1.1 Actively explores their environment (through song, music, movement etc) to enrich their senses | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | A1.2 Begins to choose senses to explore | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 2-3 years | A1.3 Investigates different art experiences | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 3-4 years | A1.4 Select their own art experience during play | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 4.2 Participates in game |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | A1.5 Integrates a variety of art experiences during play | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
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| A2 Child can distinguish differences within each area of artistic expression | | | | |
| 0-1 year | A2.1 Notices differences | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 1-2 years | A2.2 Show a preference for toys, people, experiences | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 2-3 years | A2.3 Chooses a artistic expression of their choice | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 3-4 years | A2.4 Uses art- related vocabulary when discussing different media (stage, easel, brush, etc... | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1.2 Uses 50 single words, signs, or symbols |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | A2.5 Discuss differences among artistic expression | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K1.1.1.1 – K1.1.5.1 Identify the elements of dance, media arts, music, theater, visual arts | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| K Alignment | K1.2.5.1 Identify the tools, materials and techniques from a variety of two- and three- dimensional media such as drawing, printmaking, ceramics or sculpture | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component A 3-4: Using the Arts to Express Ideas and Emotions | | | | |
| A3 Child demonstrates interest and emotions in artistic expression | | | | |
| 0-1 year | A3.1 Responds to music by vocalizing, moving body, smiling or frowning at pictures, colors, shapes, etc. | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 1-2 years | A3.2 Shows emotion when engages in artistic expression | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 2-3 years | A3.3 Chooses to spend time in artistic expression with available materials (paint, crayons, dramatic play, music etc…) and shares ideas | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 3-4 years | A3.4 Demonstrates their preference by combining artistic elements (color, sound, media etc…) | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | A3.5 Elects to spend time in artistic expression with purpose and analyzes their work | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| K Alignment | K2.1.2.2 Revise creative work based on feedback of others | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2.2 Adjusts behavior based on feedback from others or environment |
| A4 Child understands patterns in artistic media | | | | |
| 0-1 year | A4.1 Imitates sounds, motions and gestures | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 1. Imitates novel coordinated motor actions |
| 0-1 year | A4.1 Imitates sounds, motions and gestures | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2. Imitates novel words |
| 1-2 years | A4.2 Shows preference for familiar sounds, motions and gestures | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 1.1 Quiets to familiar voice |
| 2-3 years | A4.3 Begins to duplicate artistic patterns | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3-4 years | A4.4 Extends their artistic patterns with sounds, music, motions, gestures and materials | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | A4.5 Creates their own artistic patterns | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| K Alignment | K1.1.3.1 Identify the elements of music including melody, rhythm, dynamics, tone color, texture, form and their related forms (and other standards in the strand Artistic Foundations) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| Component A5: Self-Expression in the Arts | | | | |
| A5 Child uses art for self-expression | | | | |
| 0-1 year | A5.1 Expresses emotions when exposed to the arts | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 1-2 years | A5.2 Shows preference in a variety of the arts to express oneself | Social-Communication | A. Interactions with Adults | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 2-3 years | A5.3 Shares feelings and ideas through the arts | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 3-4 years | A5.4 Describes own feelings through artistic expression | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | A5.5 Intentionally uses art for self-expression | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| K Alignment | K3.1.2.1 Share and describe a personal media work | Literacy | E. Writing | 1.1 Dictates description of drawing |
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| Domain: Social Systems | | | | |
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| Component SS1-2: Community, People and Relationships | | | | |
| SS1 Self-identity in the community: Understands the different ways people form their identity | | | | |
| 0-1 year | SS1.1 Shows a preferences for familiar adults | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 2. Maintains social interaction with familiar adult |
| 0-1 year | SS1.2 Expresses feeling and emotions through gestures, facial expressions and sounds | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 3.1 Vocalizes to another person expressing positive affective state |
| 0-1 year | SS1.2 Expresses feeling and emotions through gestures, facial expressions and sounds | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 3.2 Vocalizes to another person expressing negative affective state |
| 1-2 years | SS1.3 Demonstrates preference for favorite toys, clothing and activities | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 2-3 years | SS1.4 Begins to explore the physical characteristics that make an individual unique | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 2-3 years | SS1.5 Asks questions about similarities and differences in other people in the community | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 3-4 years | SS1.6 Describes their role(s) within the family and familiar environment | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 3-4 years | SS1.7 Identifies similarities and differences in people | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS1.8 Identifies self as a part of the family, spiritual group, culture, community, and/or other group to which the family belongs. | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS1.9 Demonstrates an understanding that families vary | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS1.10 Identifies some family traditions and customs | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
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| SS2 Civics: Child understands what it means to be a member of a community | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | SS2.1 Makes wants and needs known | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.1 Makes requests of others |
| 0-1 year | SS2.2 Shows interest in stories and songs | Literacy | A. Awareness of Print Concepts | 1. Participates in shared group reading |
| 1-2 years | SS2.3 Develops an expectation and understanding of routines within a familiar environment | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 1-2 years | SS2.4 Shows interest in other children and objects | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 1.3 Plays near one or two peers |
| 2-3 years | SS2.5 Demonstrates an understanding of the expectations in a familiar environment | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 3-4 years | SS2.6 Describes different roles of people in the community | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 3-4 years | SS2.7 With modeling and support, follows classroom rules and routines | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS2.8 Practices the ways groups make choices and decisions with support | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3.2 Follows established social rules in familiar environments |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS2.9 Demonstrates an understanding of rules and why they are important | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS2.10 Participates in a variety of roles in the early childhood environment | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS2.11 Demonstrates awareness of familiar jobs and what's needed to perform them | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K1.1.1.1 Demonstrate civic skills in a classroom that reflect an understanding of civic values | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| K Alignment | K1.4.7.1 Identify examples of rules in the school community and explain why they exist; describe incentives for following rules and consequences for breaking rules | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component SS3-4: Change over Time | | | | |
| SS3 Personal history: Child explores the concepts of past, present and future in relation to personally significant events | | | | |
| 0–1 year | S3.1 Participates in physical care routines | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 1–2 years | S3.2 Notices sequence of a daily routine | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 2–3 years | S3.3 Begins to use language about time | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 2–3 years | S3.4 Notices age and size differences between self and others | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 2–3 years | S3.5 Notices change in a daily routine | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 3–4 years | S3.6 Uses language to recall events in time (“yesterday,” “today”, “tomorrow” “when I was a baby,” “last time”) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 3–4 years | S3.7 Begins to see self placed in time between older and younger family members and friends | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 3–4 years | S3.8 Demonstrates an understanding of chronological order concepts in reference to a specific event | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 3–4 years | S3.9 Talks about recent family or friend events and their impact on self | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 3. Relates past events |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | S3.10 Uses language to recall and anticipate events in time with increasing understanding and accuracy | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 3.1 Initiates next step of familiar social routine |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | S3.11 Compares self to older and younger family members and friends with specific examples | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | S3.12 Describes a chronological order in a series of familiar events | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | S3.13 Reflects on the impact of past, present and some future events on self and family | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| K Alignment | K4.1.1.1 Use a variety of words to reference time in the past, present and the future; identify beginning, middle and end of historical stories | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| SS4 Family narratives and traditions: Child has an awareness and appreciation of family and cultural stories and traditions | | | | |
| 0-1 year | SS4.1 Recognizes familiar people and toys or objects | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 2. Maintains social interaction with familiar adult |
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| 3-4 years | SS4.2 Demonstrates curiosity about family and culture | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 3-4 years | SS4.3 Shares stories about family, culture and traditions | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 4. Relates identifying information about self |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS4.4 Asks more questions about families and culture to build deeper understanding | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.1 Asks questions to obtain information |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS4.5 Compares own cultural traditions with others to understand similarities and differences | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K4.2.4.1 Compare and contrast traditions in a family with those of other families, including those from diverse backgrounds | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| Component SS5-6: Environment | | | | |
| SS5 Conservation: Understands that some environmental resources are limited | | | | |
| 0-1 year | | | | |
| 1-2 years | SS5.1 Helps to put away toys or throw out trash | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 1-2 years | SS5.2 Participates in self-care routines | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 2-3 years | SS5.3 With modeling and support begins to explore conservation concepts such as reducing, reusing, and recycling | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 3-4 years | SS5.4 Begins to practice responsible consumption and conservation of natural and physical resources | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS5.5 With support, participates in community conservation activities (playground clean up, etc.) | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| K Alignment | K1. 1. 1 Demonstrate civic skills in a classroom that reflect an understanding of civic values | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| SS6 Physical characteristics of community: Child can identify important physical features in their environment | | | | |
| 0-1 year | | | | |
| 1-2 years | SS6.1 Begins pretend play with blocks, dolls and other toys | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 2.2 Uses imaginary props in play |
| 2-3 years | SS6.2 Explores physical environments where people live, work and play | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 3-4 years | SS6.3 Identifies and describes significant objects and places in familiar environments | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS6.4 Begins to use geographical language to identify features of familiar environments (hills, rivers, etc.) | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS6.5 Uses tools to represent immediate environment | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 2.1 Uses object to represent another object |
| K Alignment | K3. 1. 1. 1 Describe spatial information depicted in simple drawings and pictures | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
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| Component SS7: Economics | | | | |
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| SS7 Economic reasoning: Child begins to understand basic economic principles | | | | |
| 0-1 year | | | | |
| 1-2 years | | | | |
| 2-3 years | SS7.1 Participates in turn taking activities with support | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3.2 Follows established social rules in familiar environments |
| 2-3 years | SS7.2 Asks for needs to be met | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 1. Meets observable physical needs in socially appropriate ways |
| 2-3 years | SS7.3 Explores the exchange of goods | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 3.3 Shares or exchanges objects |
| 3-4 years | SS7.4 Participates in turn taking with increasing independence | Social-Emotional | C. Interactions with Peers | 4.1 Knows and follows game rules |
| 3-4 years | SS7.5 Describes basic needs for living things | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| 3-4 years | SS7.6 Begins to understand the use of trade or money to obtain goods and services | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS7.7 Negotiates and shares with other children during play | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 4. Resolves conflicts using negotiation |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS7.8 Begins to label individual needs and wants with support | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expressiona nd Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS7.9 Identifies goods and services that could meet a specific need or want | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
| K Alignment | K1.1.1.1 Demonstrates civic skills in a classroom that reflect an understanding of civic values | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| K Alignment | K2.1.1.1 Distinguishes between individual needs (conditions necessary to survive) and individual wants (conditions necessary to be happy) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K2.1.1.2 Identify goods or services that could satisfy a specific need or want | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component SS8: Technology | | | | |
| SS8 Digital citizenship: The ability to coose and use some digital techonology appropriately* | | | | |
| 0-1 year | | | | |
| 1-2 years | | | | |
| 2-3 years | | | | |
| 3-4 years | SS8.1 With support, explores all tools, including didigital tools, to enhance learning | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS8.2 Knows when, how and why to use a variety of tools to for learning, including digital technology | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | SS8.3 With support, engages in responsible use of all tools including digital technology | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 3. Follows context-specific rules |
| K Alignment | | | | |
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| MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Domain: Physical and Motor Development | | | |
| Component P1-4: Gross Motor | | | |
| P1 Early infancy - reflexive movements: Child moves involuntarily: not purposefully initiating movement | | | |
| 0-1 year | P1.1 Laying on back, kicks legs and waves arms | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 0-1 year | P1.1 Laying on back, kicks legs and waves arms | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 0-1 year | P1.1 Laying on back, kicks legs and waves arms | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 0-1 year | P1.2 Laying on tummy, holds head up | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 1-2 years | | | |
| 2-3 years | | | |
| 3-4 years | | | |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | | | |
| P2 Early infancy movement In and out of position: Child moves voluntarily and purposefully | | | |
| 0-1 year | P2.1 Rolls over: tummy to back/back to tummy | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 0-1 year | P2.1 Rolls over: tummy to back/back to tummy | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 0-1 year | P2.2 Moves into/out of sitting | Gross Motor | A. Body Control and Weight Transfer |
| 1-2 years | | | |
| 2-3 years | | | |
| 3-4 years | | | |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | | | |
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| P3 Locomotion: Childs moves their body through space from one place to another | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | P3.1 Crawls by one of these methods: -On tummy using arms/legs (tummy/commando) - Two straight armsm and one bent leg (3-point), - Scoots instead of crawls: from a seated position by pushing forward with legs (bend & straighten)/arm assist | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 1.3 Crawls forward on stomach |
| 0-1 year | P3.2 Pulls to stand up against furniture | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 2.3 Pulls to standing position |
| 0-1 year | P3.3 Cruises along surfaces (e.g., low tables, chairs, shelves | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.4 Cruises |
| 0-1 year | P3.4 Walks with assistance | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.2 Walks with one-hand support |
| 0-1 year | P3.4 Walks with assistance | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.3 Walks with two-hand support |
| 1-2 years | P3.5 Crawls up a few stairs with adult observing | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 1.3 Crawls forward on stomach |
| 1-2 years | P3.6 Walks independently | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.1 Walks without support |
| 1-2 years | P3.7 Runs freely | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 5.1 Runs |
| 2-3 years | P3.8 Crawls up 3 to 5 stairs | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 4.2 Moves up and down stairs |
| 2-3 years | P3.9 Walks on some different surfaces | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3. Walks avoiding people, furniture, or objects |
| 2-3 years | P3.10 Walks up and down a few stairs with adult support or holding handrail (step up on stair, then brings next foot to same stair) | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.2 Walks with one-hand support |
| 2-3 years | P3.10 Walks up and down a few stairs with adult support or holding handrail (step up on stair, then brings next foot to same stair) | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.3 Walks with two-hand support |
| 2-3 years | P3.11 Runs in games and freely | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 5.1 Runs |
| 2-3 years | P3.12 Climbs onto/off furniture | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 2.2 Climbs play equipment |
| 2-3 years | P3.13 Jumps with two feet over a line | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 6. Jumps forward |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 3-4 years | P3.14 Crawls under and around 3 or more objects in an obstacle course | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 1.3 Crawls forward on stomach |
| 3-4 years | P3.15 Walks along a wide (12" >) slightly raised straight pathway with assistance | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3. Walks avoiding people, furniture, or objects |
| 3-4 years | P3.16 Walks up and down a few stairs with adult support or holding handrail using alternating feet (step up on stair one foot, then use other foot to go to the next stair) | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.2 Walks with one-hand support |
| 3-4 years | P3.17 Climbs on play equipment | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 2.2 Climbs play equipment |
| 3-4 years | P3.18 Hops on one foot a few times | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 7.2 Hops forward on one foot |
| 3-4 years | P3.19 Jumps off slightly elevated height with two feet | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 6.1 Jumps up and down in place |
| 3-4 years | P3.20 Jumps with two feet over and out of spaces or objects on floor ("river" w rope or tape markers/hula hoops) | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 6. Jumps forward |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P3.21 Walks on a wide (12>), slightly raised pathway | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3. Walks avoiding people, furniture, or objects |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P3.22 Walks up and down stairs holding handrail | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 3.2 Walks with one-hand support |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P3.23 Jumps off variable heights using a one-foot lead or with two feet | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 6. Jumps forward |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P3.24 Gallops freely or in a game (one foot and a step-hop, other foot and a step-hop) | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 7.1 Gallops |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P3.25 Moves many times through an obstacle course: over, under and around | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | 5. Runs while avoiding people, furniture, or other objects |
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| P4 Object control: Child can manipulate objects to propel or receive | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | | | | |
| 1-2 years | P4.1 Pushes and pulls toys while walking | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 3.3 Pushes riding toy with feet while steering |
| 1-2 years | P4.2 Throws small balls | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.5 Throws ball overhand at target with one hand |
| 2-3 years | P4.3 Pushes medium size ball forward with foot | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.4 Kicks ball |
| 2-3 years | P4.4 Rolls a small ball to close target | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.4 Kicks ball |
| 2-3 years | P4.5 Throws a small ball close to target | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.6 Throws or rolls ball at target with two hands |
| 2-3 years | P4.6 Pushes with legs while sitting on a scooter or balance bike | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 3.3 Pushes riding toy with feet while steering |
| 3-4 years | P4.7 Kicks a medium-sized ball | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.4 Kicks ball |
| 3-4 years | P4.8 Throws a large playground ball using two hands | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.6 Throws or rolls ball at target with two hands |
| 3-4 years | P4.9 Catches a large or medium ball by cradling in arms toward body | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.3 Catches ball |
| 3-4 years | P4.10 Peddles a tricycle or riding toys | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 3.1 Pedals and steers bicycle with training wheels |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P4.11 Kicks playground ball or small soccer ball to a close wide target | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.4 Kicks ball |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P4.12 Throws a small ball with some accuracy to a target or person | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.6 Throws or rolls ball at target with two hands |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P4.13 Catches a large or medium-sized ball using two hands | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.3 Catches ball |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P4.14 Bounces and catches a playground ball a few times using two hands | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 1.3 Catches ball |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P4.15 Attempts to pump legs to swing on swing | Gross Motor | C. Active Play | 2.1 Moves swing back and forth |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component P5-6: Fine Motor | | | | |
| P5 Dexterity: Child can coordinate and control movement of hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate objects | | | | |
| 0-1 year | P5.1 Reaches for toy, grasps it and releases | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 2. Grasps pea-size object |
| 0-1 year | P5.1 Reaches for toy, grasps it and releases | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3.2 Releases object into nondefined space |
| 0-1 year | P5.2 Grasps small food objects using finger and thumb | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 2. Grasps pea-size object |
| 0-1 year | P5.3 Transfers object from one hand to other hand | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | 3.5 Transfers object from hand to hand |
| 1-2 years | P5.4 Grasps toys, objects to release into container | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3.1 Releases object into targeted space |
| 1-2 years | P5.5 Dumps out toys and objects from a container | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3.2 Releases object into nondefined space |
| 1-2 years | P5.6 Turns pages of a board book | Literacy | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 1-2 years | P5.7 Begins to grasp crayon to scribble | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 1.4 Scribbles |
| 1-2 years | P5.8 Stacks a few blocks | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3. Stacks objects |
| 2-3 years | P5.9 Turns pages of a book | Literacy | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 2.1 Turns pages of book from beginning toward end |
| 2-3 years | P5.10 Grasps a crayon to scribble | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 1.4 Scribbles |
| 2-3 years | P5.11 Stacks 4 blocks | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3. Stacks objects |
| 3-4 years | P5.12 Grasps a simple puzzle piece and can place a few pieces in the puzzle | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | 3.3 Fits variety of shapes into corresponding spaces |
| 3-4 years | P5.13 Draws freely on paper | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | 1.2 Writes or draws using curved lines |
| 3-4 years | P5.13 Draws freely on paper | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | 1.3 Writes or draws using straight lines |
| 3-4 years | P5.14 Strings large beads | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | 3. Manipulates object with two hands, each performing different action |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P5.15 Grasps puzzle piece and can place 5-7 pieces in the puzzle | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | 3.3 Fits variety of shapes into corresponding spaces |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P5.16 Draws letters and/or part of name with some reversals | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | 1.3 Writes or draws using straight lines |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P5.17 Draws stick people and some objects | Fine Motor | C. Mechanics of Writing | 1.3 Writes or draws using straight lines |
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| P6 Self Care: Child participates in daily care routines for feeding, dressing and personal hygiene | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | P6.1 Assists with dressing by lifting leg, arm, etc. | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1. Undresses self by removing all clothing |
| 0-1 year | P6.2 Feeds self with hands | Adaptive | A. Eating and Drinking | 3. Eats with eating utensils |
| 0-1 year | P6.3 Begins to drink from a cup | Adaptive | A. Eating and Drinking | 4. Drinks from open-mouth container |
| 1-2 years | P6.4 When being dressed or undressed, assists with some clothes | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1. Undresses self by removing all clothing |
| 1-2 years | P6.5 Feeds self with hands and begins to use a child-size spoon | Adaptive | A. Eating and Drinking | 3. Eats with eating utensils |
| 1-2 years | P6.6 Drinks from a cup | Adaptive | A. Eating and Drinking | 4.1 Drinks from cup with spouted lid |
| 1-2 years | P6.7 Helps put away a few toys | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2.1 Meets behavioral expectations in familiar environments |
| 2-3 years | P6.8 Attempts to dress self for indoors with support (help with buttons and zippers) | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2. Selects appropriate clothing and dresses self |
| 2-3 years | P6.9 Helps put away toys | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 2.1 Meets behavioral expectations in familiar environments |
| 2-3 years | P6.10 May use the bathroom with assistance | Adaptive | B. Personal Care Routines | 1. Carries out all toileting functions |
| 3-4 years | P6.11 Assists with putting shoes on and taking them off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.5 Takes off shoes |
| 3-4 years | P6.11 Assists with putting shoes on and taking them off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.6 Puts on shoes |
| 3-4 years | P6.12 Assists with putting boots on and taking off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.5 Takes off shoes |
| 3-4 years | P6.12 Assists with putting boots on and taking off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.6 Puts on shoes |
| 3-4 years | P6.13 Puts on coat and takes coat off with assistance | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.2 Takes off pullover clothing over head |
| 3-4 years | P6.13 Puts on coat and takes coat off with assistance | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.3 Takes off front-opening coat, jacket, or shirt |
| 3-4 years | P6.13 Puts on coat and takes coat off with assistance | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.3 Puts on pullover clothing |
| 3-4 years | P6.13 Puts on coat and takes coat off with assistance | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.4 Puts on pull-up clothing |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.14 Dresses with near independence | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2. Selects appropriate clothing and dresses self |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.15 Puts shoes on the correct feet. May need help with ties and fasteners | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.6 Puts on shoes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.16 Puts boots on correct feet and takes boots off. May need help with ties and fasteners | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.5 Takes off shoes |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.16 Puts boots on correct feet and takes boots off. May need help with ties and fasteners | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.3 Puts on pullover clothing |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.17 Puts coat on and takes off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.3 Puts on pullover clothing |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.17 Puts coat on and takes off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 2.4 Puts on pull-up clothing |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.17 Puts coat on and takes off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.2 Takes off pullover clothing over head |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.17 Puts coat on and takes off | Adaptive | C. Dressing and Undressing | 1.3 Takes off front-opening coat, jacket, or shirt |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | P6.18 Uses the bathroom independently | Adaptive | B. Personal Care Routines | 1. Carries out all toileting functions |
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| Domain: Mathematics | | | | |
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| Component M1-6: Number Knowledge | | | | |
| M1 Rote counting: The child attends to sequences and use of number words, with or without items, sets, or numerals and without recognizing the link to quantity | | | | |
| 0–1 years | M1.1 Releases one item to reach for another | Fine Motor | A. Reach, Grasp, and Release | 3.2 Releases object into nondefined space |
| 0–1 years | M1.2 Uses body language to indicate a desire for more | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4.3 Expresses desire to continue activity |
| 1–2 years | M1.3 Imitates use of at least one number word | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 2. Imitates novel words |
| 1–2 years | M1.4 Imitates counting | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 2–3 years | M1.5 Recites number words but not necessarily in the correct order | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1–10 |
| 2–3 years | M1.6 Recites number words correctly, up to 3 | Math | A. Counting | 1.2 Recites numbers 1–3 |
| 2–3 years | M1.7 Names familiar numerals | Math | A. Counting | 4.1 Recites numbers 31–100 |
| 2–3 years | M1.7 Names familiar numerals | Math | A. Counting | 4.2 Recites numbers 1–30 |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.8 Shows interest in counting or number oriented play, and notices numbers in the environment during free play | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.9 Orders a few objects by size with assistance | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.10 Recites number words in the correct sequence up to 10 | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1–10 |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.11 Recognizes when others make errors in the number word sequence | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1–10 |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.12 Points to objects while reciting number word sequence | Math | A. Counting | 3. Counts out 20 items |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M1.13 Begins to write number-like forms | Math | C. Reading and Writing Numbers | 1. Reads and writes numerals for quantities to 5 |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5, K-Readiness | M1.14 Recites number word aloud, forward, up to at least 29 (allow for some mistakes), without objects | Math | A. Counting | 4.2 Recites numbers 1-30 |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M1.15 Recites number words aloud, backward, down from at least 10 without objects | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1-10 |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M1.16 Is able to name the next number word for numbers up to 9 | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1-10 |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M1.17 Reads and writes numerals from 0 to 10, with some reversals possible | Math | C. Reading and Writing Numbers | 2.1 Demonstrates understanding of mathematical meaning of written numerals 6-10 |
| K Alignment | K.1.1.3 Count, with and without objects, forward and backward to at least 20 | Math | A. Counting | 3. Counts out 20 items |
| K Alignment | K.1.1.2 Read, write, and represent whole numbers from 0 to at least 31 | Math | C. Reading and Writing Numbers | 3.1 Demonstrates understanding of mathematical meaning of written numerals 11-20 |
| M2 Meaningful Counting: The child uses counting to identify how many items are in a set, using one to one correspondence; uses number words to identify “how many” | | | | |
| 0-1 years | | | | |
| 1-2 years | | | | |
| 2-3 years | M2.1 Imitates one to one correspondence | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 3-4 year, K-Readiness | M2.2 Correctly uses 1:1 correspondence up to 4 items | Math | A. Counting | 2. Counts out 10 items |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | M2.3 Demonstrates and uses 1:1 correspondence with sets larger than four | Math | A. Counting | 2. Counts out 10 items |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| M3 Cardinality: The child associates each of one or more number words to a unique and exact quantity, and knows that the final number word used when counting out an item set represents the exact number of items in the set | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | M3.1 Responds to request to give a small quantity items (one, two) | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 2–3 years | M3.2 Gives 1 item correctly, upon request | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 2–3 years | M3.3 Gives 2 items or more upon request for 2, inconsistently | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M3.4 Gives exactly 4 consistently when asked | Math | A. Counting | 2. Counts out 10 items |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M3.5 Gives 5 or more items correctly and consistently when asked | Math | A. Counting | 2. Counts out 10 items |
| K Alignment | K.1.2.1 Use objects and draw pictures to find the sums and differences of numbers between 0 and 10. | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| K Alignment | K.1.2.2 Compose and decompose numbers up to 10 with objects and pictures | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| M4 Ordinality: The child matches symbols (digits or numerals) to a position in a sequence | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | | | | |
| 2–3 years | M4.1 Identifies first or second item in a sequence, upon request | Math | A. Counting | 1. Counts out 3 items |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M4.2 Uses terms like first; most; last; before, to refer to ordinal position | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M4.3 Recognizes that a number can be used to represent a position in a sequence | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| K Alignment | K1.1.1 Recognize that a number can be used to represent how many objects are in a set or to represent the position of an object in a sequence | Math | C. Reading and Writing Numbers | 2. Reads and writes numerals for quantities 6–10 |
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| M5 Comparing numbers and quantities: The child uses organizing strategies to know how many objects they have | | | | |
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| 0-1 years | M5.1 Grasps one object and reaches for another | Fine Motor | B. Functional Skill Use | 3. Manipulates object with two hands, each performing different action |
| 1-2 years | M5.2 Demonstrates understanding of some descriptive words, such as responding to questions | Social-Communication | B. Functional Skill Use | 4. Responds to comprehension questions related to why, how, and when |
| 1-2 years | M5.3 Separates a few items into groups using own method such as color, size, etc. | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| 1-2 years | M5.4 Nests smaller objects inside larger objects | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| 2-3 years | M5.5 Compares two sets of up to 4 objects accurately using terms like more/less; a little/a lot | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1.3 Uses quantity comparison words |
| 3-4 year, K-Readiness | M5.6 Uses terms like more/less; bigger/smaller; a little bit/a lot; to refer to approximate quantities | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1.3 Uses quantity comparison words |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | M5.7 Verbally estimates quantities without counting, although inconsistently and allowing for mistakes | Math | A. Counting | 2.1 Counts 10 items to determine “How many?” |
| K Alignment | | | | |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| M6 Relation and operations: The child can create a set or subset based on a rule, can combine or separate sets, and recognize the amount of items in a set does not change when the set arrangement changes | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | | | | |
| 2–3 years | M6.1 Notices when the quantity of a set of up to 4 objects has increased or decreased | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1. Compares items in sets to 5 by counting |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M6.2 States the number that comes next or before up to 5 | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1–10 |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M6.3 Understands that a quantity changes (increases or decreases) when a set of objects is added to/subtracted from (respectively) | Math | A. Counting | 2.1 Counts 10 items to determine “How many?” |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M6.4 States the number that comes next or before up to 10 | Math | A. Counting | 2.2 Recites numbers 1–10 |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M6.5 Understands that the quantity of a set of (more than 4) objects has been changed | Math | A. Counting | 2.1 Counts 10 items to determine “How many?” |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M6.6 Without recounting, can add one more to a set, even when the set isn’t visible after counting | Math | D. Addition and Subtraction | 1.1 Solves picture or object addition problems using shortcut sum strategy |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M6.7 Demonstrates ability to combine and separate items within a small set without changing the total number in the set (up to 5) | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 2.2 Creates equivalent sets of 10 items |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M6.8 Uses simple physical strategies to combine or separate sets | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 2.2 Creates equivalent sets of 10 items |
| K Alignment | K.1.1.4 Find a number that is 1 more or 1 less than a given number. | Math | D. Addition and Subtraction | 1.2 Counts forward to 10 |
| K Alignment | K1.1.1 Recognize that a number can be used to represent how many objects are in a set or to represent the position of an object in a sequence. | Math | A. Counting | 2.1 Counts 10 items to determine “How many?” |
| K Alignment | K1.2.2 Compose and decompose numbers up to 10 with objects and pictures. | Math | A. Counting | 2. Counts out 10 items |
| K Alignment | K.1.2.1 Use objects and draw pictures to find the sums and differences of numbers between 0 and 10. | Math | D. Addition and Subtraction | 1.1 Solves picture or object addition problems using shortcut sum strategy |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component M7: Measurement | | | | |
| M7 Measurement: Child recognizes and makes comparisons of measurable attributes (length, height, width, area, volume, physical distance, time duration.) | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | M7.1 Experiments with “full” and “empty” | Social-Emotional | E. Meeting Social Expectations | 1.1 Meets internal physical needs of hunger and thirst |
| 1–2 years | M7.2 Orders a few objects by size with assistance | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 2–3 years | M7.3 Brings objects closer together to compare them | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 2–3 years | M7.4 Imitates using an object to measure another object | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.2 Uses simple actions on objects |
| 2–3 years | M7.5 Identifies which of two small sets (less than 4) is more upon request | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1.1 Compares items in sets to 5 by matching |
| 2–3 years | M7.6 Uses language to describe “full” and “empty” | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 2–3 years | M7.6 Uses language to describe “full” and “empty” | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1.3 Uses quantity comparison words |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M7.7 Shows understanding of measurement terms (longer/shorter, taller/shorter, fullest, farthest, closest) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M7.7 Shows understanding of measurement terms (longer/shorter, taller/shorter, fullest, farthest, closest) | Math | B. Quantitative Relations | 1.3 Uses quantity comparison words |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M7.8 Uses terms like more/less; a little bit; a lot; to refer to continuous properties like water, sand, height | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M7.9 Compares and orders more than two items in some way | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M7.10 Uses comparison vocabulary (longer/shorter, taller/shorter, farthest/closest) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| K Alignment | K.3.2.1 Use words to compare objects according to length, size, weight and position. | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| K Alignment | K.3.2.2 Order 2 or 3 objects using measurable attributes, such as length and weight. | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
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Component M78: Patterns
| M8 Repeating patterns: The child can identify create and describe sequences in objects, colors or numbers with sequences that increase, decrease or grow in complexity | | | | |
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| 0–1 years | M8.1 Anticipates familiar routines | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3.1 Initiates next step of familiar social routine |
| 1–2 years | M8.2 Carries out familiar routines | Social-Emotional | A. Interactions with Adults | 3. Participates in familiar social routines with caregivers |
| 1–2 years | M8.3 Follows a familiar simple pattern (sound, body movement sequence like Patty Cake) | Literacy | B. Phonological Awareness | 1.2 Participates in repetitive verbal play |
| 2–3 years | M8.4 Follows an unfamiliar simple pattern (sound, body, color, size, movement) | Literacy | B. Phonological Awareness | 1.2 Participates in repetitive verbal play |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M8.5 Recognizes repeating patterns | Literacy | B. Phonological Awareness | 1.1 Identifies rhyming words |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M8.6 Copies existing pattern with same materials | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M8.7 Extends a simple pattern with the same materials | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M8.8 Uses words or pictures to describe a simple pattern | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M8.9 Applies a simple pattern rule to different materials or mode (sound, body, color, size, movement) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M8.10 Copies complex patterns with same materials | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M8.11 Applies a complex pattern rule using different materials or mode (sound, body, color, size, movement) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| K Alignment | K.2.1.1 Identify, create, complete, and extend simple patterns using shape, color, size, growing or shrinking such as ABB, ABB, ABB or number, sounds and movements | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component M9-11: Geometry and Spatial Thinking | | | | |
| M9 Knowledge and visualization of shapes: The child recognizes shapes, can describe 2 dimensional (2D) and 3 dimensional (3D) shapes and manipulate shapes with purpose. | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | M9.1 Shows interest in shapes | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 2–3 years | M9.2 Begins to recognize 2 dimensional (2D) and 3 dimensional (3D) shapes such as circles, spheres, squares, and cubes, such as by sorting or puzzle pieces | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M9.3 Points to familiar 2D and 3D shapes (circle, spheres, squares, cubes, triangles) when asked, thereby showing recognition of shape names | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M9.4 Recognizes geometric shapes in the environment | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M9.5 Begins to describe the features (attributes) that define 2D and #D shapes, including sides and corners | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M9.6 Puts together (composes) and takes apart (decomposes) shapes | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M9.7 Composes and decomposes shapes/constructions with increasing complexity | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| K Alignment | K.3.1.1 Recognize basic two- and spheres. and three-dimensional shapes such as squares, circles, triangles, rectangles, trapezoids, hexagons, cubes, cones, cylinders and sphere | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
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| M10 Transformations and symmetry: The child can locate and manipulate shapes in space | | | | |
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| 0-1 years | M10.1 Attends and responds to moving objects and sounds, relative to themselves | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 1-2 years | M10.2 Develops increasing ability to change positions and move body from place to place | Gross Motor | B. Movement and Coordination | All |
| 1-2 years | M10.3 Demonstrates awareness of relationship between over and under, up and down, in and out | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 2-3 years | M10.4 Adjusts position and movement of own body relative to objects | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1. Orients to events or stimulation |
| 2-3 years | M10.5 Explores how objects fit together in space | Fine Motor | B. Funtional Skill Use | 3.3 Fits variety of shapes into corresponding spaces |
| 2-3 years | M10.6 Rotates objects to fit through holes | Fine Motor | B. Funtional Skill Use | 3.3 Fits variety of shapes into corresponding spaces |
| 3-4 year, K-Readiness | M10.7 Rotates, flips, or turns an object to fit once they realize object doesn't fit a defined space | Fine Motor | B. Funtional Skill Use | 3.3 Fits variety of shapes into corresponding spaces |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | M10.8 Puts together (composes) and takes apart (decomposes) shapes to create new shapes | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | M10.9 Recognizes and creates shapes that have symmetry | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | M10.10 Shows awareness that an object needs to be rotated, flipped, or turned before trying to fit the object into a hole or puzzle | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| K Alignment | K.3.1.3 Use basic shapes and spatial reasoning to model objects in the real world | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| K Alignment | K.3.1.3 Use basic shapes and spatial reasoning to model objects in the real world | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
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| M11 Location, spatial relationships and landmark use: The child recognizes where a person or object is in relation to other people of objects | | | | |
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| 0–1 years | M11.1 Shows preference for familiar toys | Social-Communication | A. Interactions with Adults | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 1–2 years | M11.2 Recognizes familiar objects from different vantage points | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 2–3 years | M11.3 With verbal cues, uses simple maps to relate to real- world | Literacy | D. Vocabulary and Story Comprehension | 1. Demonstrates understanding that pictures represent text |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M11.4 Uses terms like near/far; under; below; front; middle; end | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M11.5 Uses a simple map of a visible area to locate placement | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M11.6 Recognizes and describes position of objects in space with greater accuracy | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M11.7 Draws a simple map | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | M11.8 Matches 2 dimensional (2D) map with surrounding 3 dimensional (3D) layout Include this: (involves transformation, scale, dimension, and orientation distance) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| K Alignment | K.3.1.3 Use basic shapes and spatial reasoning to model objects in the real-world | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| Component M-12: Data Analysis | | | | |
| M12 Sorting: The child recognizes that objects can be sorted by attributes | | | | |
| 0–1 years | M12.1 Recognizes differences among people and among different objects | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.3 Discriminates between objects or people using common attributes |
| 1–2 years | M12.2 Matches items based on attributes meaningful to the child | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 2–3 years | M12.3 Explores sorting | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 2–3 years | M12.4 Imitates sorting | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M12.5 Sorts objects based on an observable attribute | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | 12.6 Demonstrates understanding that attributes are measurable | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M12.7 Describes the attribute used for sorting or comparing | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2. Provides and seeks information while conversing using words, phrases, or sentences |
| 4–5, K-Readiness | M12.8 While sorting, can make a shift to change the attribute being used to sort and describe the new sorting attribute | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| K Alignment | K.3.1.2 Sort objects using characteristics such as shape, size, color and thickness | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| M13 Collects, classifies, and organizes information: The child collects, classifies and organizes data based on distinguishing characteristics. | | | | |
| 0–1 years | | | | |
| 1–2 years | | | | |
| 2–3 years | | | | |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M13.1 Participates in simple data collection discussed by an adult or other child | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.1 Uses simple tools to gather information |
| 3–4 year, K-Readiness | M13.2 Collects information by one or more attribute | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4-5, K-Readiness | M13.3 Participates as group member in the collection of data that is put on a chart or graph | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 1. Interacts appropriately with others during small-group activities |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M13.3 Participates as group member in the collection of data that is put on a chart or graph | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2. Interacts appropriately with others during large-group activities |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M13.4 Sorts information by one or more attribute | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M13.5 Independently collects data to put on a chart or graph | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| K Alignment | | | | |
| M14 Describes data: The child can describe data by using data sets to solve problems or asking questions. | | | | |
| 0-1 years | | | | |
| 1-2 years | | | | |
| 2-3 years | | | | |
| 3-4 year, K-Readiness | M14.1 Identifies patterns, differences, or similarities of information collected | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
| 3-4 year, K-Readiness | M14.2 Uses language to describe those patterns, differences or similarities of data | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2. Provides and seeks information while conversing using words, phrases, or sentences |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M14.3 Uses language to compare data | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4. Uses early conceptual comparisons |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M14.4 Uses data to answer questions and solve problems | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 4-5, K-Readiness | M14.5 Discusses, compares and makes sense of collected data | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
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| Domain: Scientific Thinking | | | | |
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| Component ST1-2: Discover | | | | |
| ST1 Observe and question: Child demonstrates awareness and engagement with phenomena, materials, and environment | | | | |
| 0-1 year | ST1.1 Observes and responds to external stimuli | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 0-1 year | ST1.2 Indicates surprise, curiosity, or hesitancy when presented with unfamiliar items, people, situations | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 1-2 years | ST1.3 Indicates interest by looking, pointing or verbalizing | Social-Communication | A. Early Social Communication | 4. Uses intentional gestures, vocalizations, and objects to communicate |
| 2-3 years | ST1.4 Asks questions readily | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 4. Asks questions using inverted auxiliary |
| 3-4 years | ST1.5 Notices differences or similarities among materials, objects and phenomena | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 3-4 years | ST1.6 Uses experiences to stimulate questions | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST1.7 Verbally identifies obvious differences and similarities | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST1.8 Expresses curiosity and/or formulates questions of complex concepts | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 4. Responds to comprehension questions related to why, how, and when |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST1.8 Expresses curiosity and/or formulates questions of complex concepts | Social-Communication | B. Communicative Understanding | 4.1 Answers who, what, and where questions |
| K Alignment | K1.1.2.1 Use observation to develop an accurate description of natural phenomena and compare one's observational and descriptive with those of others | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
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| ST2 Investigate: Child actively shows wonder by demonstrating curiosity of self, others and surroundings | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | ST2.1 Explores people and objects using senses | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | ST2.2 Seeks out and explores objects and items with apparent interest | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2. Combines simple actions to examine people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | ST2.3 Begins using objects as tools | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 1. Uses object to obtain another object |
| 2-3 years | ST2.4 Engages with objects of interest - whether familiar or new- for extended periods of time | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 2-3 years | ST2.5 Explores properties of objects/material Is to gain understanding | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 1.2 Uses senses to explore |
| 2-3 years | ST2.6 Identifies and uses some tools for their intended purpose | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.2 Uses simple actions on objects |
| 3-4 years | ST2.7 Seeks to gain additional knowledge in areas of interests | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.1 Asks questions to obtain information |
| 3-4 years | ST2.8 Explores with the intention of finding out something specific | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 3-4 years | ST2.9 Uses many tools as designed | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.2 Manipulates materials to cause change |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST2.12 Uses tools in new and novel ways | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| K Alignment | K4.1.1.1 Observed compare plants and animal | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
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| Component S3-4: Act | | | | |
| ST3 Experiment: Child develops and completes a process based on a question, interest or anticipated outcome, adjusting as needed. | | | | |
| 0-1 year | ST3.1 Demonstrates recognition of familiar items, people, and situations | Cognitive | B. Imitation and Memory | 1.2 Imitates familiar simple motor action |
| 0-1 year | ST3.2 Persists in looking for missing object(s) | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 1. Maintains search for object not in its usual location |
| 1-2 years | ST3.3 Demonstrates willingness to try new things | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 2.1 Uses sensory means to explore people, animals, and objects |
| 1-2 years | ST3.4 Uses simple strategies to carry out ideas | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 1-2 years | ST3.5 Demonstrates ability to focus on one element of a situation | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 1-2 years | ST3.6 Persists in actions or attempts to affect environment or objects | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 2-3 years | ST3.7 Approaches situations with intent to achieve a simple outcome | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 2-3 years | ST3.8 Uses a variety of strategies to carry out ideas | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 2-3 years | ST3.9 Demonstrates ability to focus on multiple elements of a situation | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 2-3 years | ST3.10 Demonstrates resilience in trial and error process | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 3. Initiates and completes independent activities |
| 3-4 years | ST3.11 Makes a simple plan in advance to see what will happen | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2.1 Tries different simple actions to achieve goal |
| 3-4 years | ST3.12 Uses a greater variety of strategies to carry out ideas | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 3-4 years | ST3.13 Attempts to make a prediction of an expected outcome | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2. Anticipates outcome of investigation |
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| | MN Indicator | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST3.14 Makes a plan in advance with an intended outcome | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 2. Coordinates actions with objects to achieve new outcomes |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST3.15 Demonstrates awareness that different circumstances, materials and variables impact strategies and outcomes | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST3.16 Makes a prediction when prompted | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2. Anticipates outcome of investigation |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST3.17 Changes a plan or refines actions when outcome is not as expected | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.3 Shows awareness that manipulation of materials or processes prompted change in those materials or processes |
| K Alignment | K4.2.1.1 Observe a natural system or its model and identify living and nonliving components of the system | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| ST4 Evaluate: Child analyzes, examines, critiques, and synthesizes outcomes in order to draw conclusions | | | | |
| 0–1 year | ST4.1 Shows a preference for certain materials, people or situations | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 4.2 Makes choices to express preferences |
| 0–1 year | ST4.2 Indicates surprise when outcome is not as expected | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 1–2 years | ST4.3 Associates objects that belong together | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.1 Identifies common concepts |
| 1–2 years | ST4.4 Asks “what happened?” or “where did it go?” as a result of an experiment | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2. Anticipates outcome of investigation |
| 2–3 years | ST4.5 Recognizes obvious differences among like objects | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| 2–3 years | ST4.6 Makes guesses at possible explanations or conclusions | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
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| MN Indicator | | AEPS-3 Area | AEPS-3 Strand | AEPS-3 Item |
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| 3-4 years | ST4.7 Describes all parts of an outcome by comparing, sorting, classifying and/or organizing | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3. Classifies using multiple attributes |
| 3-4 years | ST4.8 Open to more than one solution or answer to a problem | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 3. Solves problems using multiple strategies |
| 3-4 years | ST4.9 Begins to rely on or expect evidence, things seen or experienced directly, as reasons for results obtained | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST4.10 Offers critique of an experience based on examination of outcomes | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.2 Demonstrates knowledge of properties of change resulting from investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST4.11 Sees outcomes as the result of one's behavior or actions | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.2 Demonstrates knowledge of properties of change resulting from investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST4.12 Reflects upon evidence and draws reasonable conclusions using data gathered | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| K Alignment | K1.1.2.1 Use observations to develop accurate descriptions of a natural phenomena and compare one's observations and descriptions with others | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| K Alignment | K3.2.2.2 Identify the sun as a source of heat and light | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| K Alignment | K3.2.2.1 Monitor daily and seasonal changes in weather and summarize changes | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.2 Demonstrates knowledge about natural happenings |
| Component ST5-6: Integrate | | | | |
| ST5 Communicate: Child effectively verbalizes thinking and share thoughts, ideas, conclusions with self and others | | | | |
| 0-1 year | ST5.1 Vocalizes in response to stimuli or individual needs | Cognitive | A. Sensory Exploration | 1.1 Reacts to events or stimulation |
| 0-1 year | ST5.2 Seeks out/initiates interactions from others in service of own needs | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 1-2 years | ST5.3 Uses gestures, body language or a few words to express emotions related to an activity, person or experience | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.1 Identifies/labels emotions in others |
| 1-2 years | ST5.3 Uses gestures, body language or a few words to express emotions related to an activity, person or experience | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 1.2 Identifies/labels own emotions |
| 1-2 years | ST5.4 Invites others to observe actions and results | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
| 2-3 years | ST5.5 Describes details associated with an experience such as materials, possible causes and effects | Social-Communication | C. Communicative Expression | 1. Produces multiple-word sentences to communicate |
| 2-3 years | ST5.6 Listens to others ideas and points of view | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 3.4 Alternates between speaker and listener roles during conversations with others |
| 2-3 years | ST5.7 Shares stories and related experiences with others unprompted | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 2-3 years | ST5.8 Scribbles or draws to show and/or share ideas | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 3–4 years | ST5.9 Verbally expresses ideas/thought process | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 3–4 years | ST5.10 Seeks input from others regarding an experience | Social-Emotional | D. Independent and Group Participation | 2.1 Asks questions to obtain information |
| 3–4 years | ST5.11 Verbalizes possible explanations for an outcome | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4. Draws plausible conclusions about events beyond personal experience |
| 3–4 years | ST5.11 Verbalizes possible explanations for an outcome | Cognitive | D. Reasoning | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| 3–4 years | ST5.12 Uses drawing, writing, models, or other creative expressions to present ideas | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.13 Retells/describes own actions in process of experimenting | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.13 Retells/describes own actions in process of experimenting | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.14 Talks with others about questions, actions, ideas, observations or results | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.1 Asks questions to obtain information |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.14 Talks with others about questions, actions, ideas, observations or results | Social-Communication | D. Social Use of Language | 2.2 Describes objects, people, and events as part of social exchange |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.15 Articulates and shares aloud explanations based on reasoning and evidence | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4. Draws plausible conclusions about events beyond personal experience |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.15 Articulates and shares aloud explanations based on reasoning and evidence | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.1 Draws conclusions about causes of events based on personal experience |
| 4–5 years, K Readiness | ST5.16 Uses more detailed drawing, writing, models, or creative expressions to present ideas | Literacy | E. Writing | 2. Writes and draws for a variety of purposes |
| K Alignment | K1.1.2.1 Use observations to develop accurate descriptions of a natural phenomena and compare one's observations and descriptions with others | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.3 Makes observations |
| K Alignment | K2.1.1.1 Sort objects in terms of color, size, shape and texture and communicate reasoning for the sorting system | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |
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| ST6 Apply: Child leverages and uses knowledge unprompted or in a new situation. | | | | |
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| 0-1 year | ST6.1 Finds comfort in familiar people and objects | Social-Emotional | B. Social-Emotional Expression and Regulation | 2.2 Seeks comfort, closeness, or physical contact from familiar adult |
| 1-2 years | ST6.2 Revisits and builds on past experiences | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4. Transfers knowledge |
| 2-3 years | ST6.3 Generalizes knowledge gained from one situation to another | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4. Transfers knowledge |
| 2-3 years | ST6.4 Recognizes relevant attributes to inform the development of a rule | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| 3-4 years | ST6.5 Recalls and uses information in new/ different experiences | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| 3-4 years | ST6.6 Generates new and more complex questions | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 2.1 Generates specific questions for investigation |
| 3-4 years | ST6.7 Uses prior experience to identify details that may be relevant | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST6.8 Compares findings to predictions or expected results | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST6.9 Identify what to look for, measure, or test to answer questions | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3. Investigates to test hypotheses |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST6.10 Develops and applies rules | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 4.2 Demonstrates knowledge of properties of change resulting from investigations |
| 4-5 years, K Readiness | ST6.11 Determines approach to situation, problem or challenge based on previous experience | Cognitive | E. Scientific Discovery | 3.1 Draws on prior knowledge to guide investigations |
| K Alignment | K1.2.1.1 Sort objects into two groups: those that are found in nature and those that are human made | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 3.2 Classifies according to physical attribute |
| K Alignment | K2.1.1.1 Sort objects in terms of color, size, shape and texture and communicate reasoning for the sorting system | Cognitive | C. Conceptual Knowledge | 4.2 Identifies concrete concepts |