Development Domains

Understanding the five main areas of child development: physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional development.

Milestones

Recognizing developmental milestones from birth through age five and understanding that every child develops at their own pace

Growth

Learning how teachers can support healthy growth and development through play, positive relationships, age-appropriate activities, routines, and responsive interactions

About the course

This class introduces early childhood teachers to the basic principles of child growth and development from birth through age five. Teachers will learn how children grow physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively, and through language. The course will also focus on how teachers can support healthy development through nurturing relationships, age-appropriate activities, safe environments, and responsive teaching practices.

Dr. Rhonda Crabbs

Rhonda Crabbs is an early childhood education leader, trainer, and curriculum specialist with extensive experience supporting educators, children, and families across Texas. She is the founder of Shade Tree Learning, an organization dedicated to providing high-quality professional development, CDA support, and leadership training for early childhood professionals. Through Shade Tree Learning, Dr. Crabbs offers instructor-led webinars, director credential programs, curriculum support, and practical training designed to strengthen early childhood programs and empower educators.

Curriculum

4 Chapters · 13 Lessons

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Introduction

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      What is Child Growth and Development

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      The Role of the Teacher

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Play

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Physical development

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Cognitive Development

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Language Development

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Social Development

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Emotional Development

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Children's Development

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding Concerns

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Classroom Support

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      Quiz

Child Growth!

This class fullfills the required annual training for the State of Texas.

$15.00

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