I also use the High Scope curriculum within our entire child care early learning center (6 wks. - 12 years), but we also incorporate other curriculums. We imbed the Zoophonics in our Voluntary Prekindergarten program. We use Dr. Becky Bailey's Conscious Discipline, Baby Doll Circle Time, and the Feelings Buddies. We also use the Program Wide Positive Behavior Support program, with social stories, Solution Centers, and Tucker Turtle. We have also used Sanford Harmony's social and emotional program using a little green outer space character named "Z". We had initially thought that this would be too much at once, but 'Z' goes into the classrooms once a week, and the children love to hold and talk to their 'alien' friend. We also have yoga one morning a week, teaching breathing and calming techniques. This would seem to be too much, but we feel that children today need much in the way of social/emotional development. I don't think that 'one size fits all", and there are so many programs out there.
Nancy Allison, Executive Director
Magic Moments Learning Centers, Inc.
Clermont, Florida
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Nancy Allison
Executive Director
Magic Moments Learning Ctr Inc
Clermont FL
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Original Message:
Sent: 03-28-2019 10:17 AM
From: Hazel Osborn
Subject: Comprehensive Curriculum vs. Small Units
Hi, Nika,
That's an important question. It can be tempting to stick with a comprehensive curriculum because of the consistency and user ease. But I've consistently observed that comprehensive curricula typically have some weaker areas - and even the better curricula might not be right for a particular population. For that reason, I suggest picking and choosing what works best for the children in your program. That also opens the door to some subject-focused curricula, or ones that focus on needs particular to your group (e.g., a special music program, a niche science/space program, an inclusivity program, etc.).
Best of luck, and thanks for raising this issue!
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Hazel Osborn
Consultant
Loveland CO
Original Message:
Sent: 03-27-2019 03:28 PM
From: Nika Fabienke
Subject: Comprehensive Curriculum vs. Small Units
What are the pros and cons of using one, big comprehensive curriculum vs. a collections of small, focused curriculum? Which do you prefer?
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:) Nika
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