A note on Creative Curriculum:

 Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that features exploration and discovery as a way of learning.  Creative Curriculum for Preschool is based on five fundamental principles:

• Positive interactions and relationships with adults provide a critical foundation for successful learning.   

• Social–emotional competence is a significant factor in school success.

• Constructive, purposeful play supports essential learning.  

• The physical environment affects the type and quality of learning interactions.

• Teacher–family partnerships promote development and learning.

Second Step is the Social Emotional Learning Curriculum. This curriculum helps preschoolers:

• Learn social skills

• Build friendships

• Develop problem solving abilities

• Foster independence and self-control

The Early Childhood Pyramid Model provides a framework of evidence-based practices that
promote young children's social emotional competence, and prevent and
address challenging behaviors.  The three tiers of the Pyramid Model include: high quality learning environments that have positive behavior expectations and predictable routines; the intentional teaching of social-emotional strategies; and individualized interventions for children who need a positive behavior support plan.