The years from birth to age five are the most crucial period of learning in a child’s life. This is the “window” in which a child’s greatest brain development takes place. In fact, nearly 90% of a child’s brain development — in response to the stimulation the child receives — happens by age 5. Early experiences lay the groundwork for a child’s lifelong learning and behavior.
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The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has established a number of early childhood initiatives promoting best practices in early pedagogy in support of Maryland school reform efforts. Maryland Model for School Readiness State Curriculum Framework and Standards for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Assessment Guidelines: MMSR Exemplars Children Entering School Ready to Learn Standards and Instructional Toolkit (Prek – 8) Common Core Standards and Curriculum Frameworks Division of Early Childhood Division of Special Education and Early Intervention Services |
