Early Learning Connections

Nevada Early Learning Guidelines (ages 0-3)

This document was developed so that the adults who are caring for infants and toddlers can have a set of appropriate developmental guidelines that they can refer to for information and resources. The guidelines can be used as a frame of reference for children but it is important to remember that each child develops differently so the age ranges should be used as suggestions. The activities that are recommended can be provided by the caregiver or parent to help support the learning.  Infants and toddlers grow and develop rapidly so it is important to mention that different milestones can occur at different times and stages in a child’s development can change quickly.

New guidelines are currently underway and will be available soon!

Click HERE to access the Nevada Early Learning Guidelines.

Nevada PreK Standards (ages 4-5)

As a parent, you have the very important role of being your child’s first teacher.  In this role, you are able to work with your child’s teachers in helping your children with reading and writing.  Learning these skills will contribute to your child’s future success in school and beyond. Nevada’s Pre-kindergarten standards are a joint effort supported by the Nevada Department of Education’s Office of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement Programs, as well as the State of Nevada, Department of Human Resources, Welfare Division, Child Care Assistance Department and the Child Care and Development Fund. These agencies have been challenged by the Good Start, Grow Smart initiative to work together to develop standards to be used by all early childhood education programs in Nevada as a guide for child outcomes for preschool.

Click HERE to learn more about the Nevada PreK Standards.