The VLS Foundational Content was designed to align across tracks which means a significant portion of each track's content is relevant for all direct care professionals. This document identifies unique age-specific content, activities, and resources by lesson and can be used as a guide to review material if a staff member moves to care for a new age-group. For example, direct care professionals who move from an infant and toddler classroom to a preschool classroom should consult the Preschool track to be aware of age-specific material that resides in that track. Use this document as a guide and remember to work with your Training & Curriculum Specialist to help identify content areas in the VLS where you may need extra review and support to be knowledgeable about best practices for all children in your care. We encourage Training & Curriculum Specialists to consult their Service's guidance regarding how to best use the crosswalk.
Lesson 1Infant Toddler Physical Development: An Introduction | Preschool Physical Development: An Introduction | School Age Physical Development: An Introduction |
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Know- Section: Initial Know paragraphs
- Section: Infant and Toddler Physical Growth and Development
- Section: Importance of Physical Growth and Development
- Table: Physical Development’s Connection to Other Domains
See- Video: Physical Development – Its Connection to Other Areas of Development
Do- Section: Entire Do Section
Explore- Activity: Supporting Physical Development (same as PS)
Apply- Activity: Physical Development Resources for Infants and Toddlers
| Know- Section: Initial Know paragraphs
- Section: Physical Activity and Children’s Development
See- Video: Movement and Learning in Preschool
Do- Section: Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: Supporting Physical Development (same as IT)
Apply- Activity: Physical Development Resources for Preschoolers
| Know- Section: Initial Know paragraphs
- Section: The Benefits of an Active Lifestyle
- Section: Understanding Physical Development
See- Video: Physical Development: Introduction
Do- Section: Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: Exploring Online Resources
Apply- Activity: Planning Activity: Explaining Health Benefits
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Lesson 2Infant Toddler Physical Developmental Milestones | Preschool Physical Developmental Milestones | School Age Physical Developmental Milestones |
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Consult Entire LessonIf you are moving to this track and you have already covered this course in another VLS track, you should still consult this lesson in its entirety because it contains significant, unique content specific to infants and toddlers. | Consult Entire LessonIf you are moving to this track and you have already covered this course in another VLS track, you should still consult this lesson in its entirety because it contains significant, unique content specific to preschool children. | Consult Entire LessonIf you are moving to this track and you have already covered this course in another VLS track, you should still consult this lesson in its entirety because it contains significant, unique content specific to school-age children. |
Lesson 3Infant Toddler Supporting Physical Development: Environments and Experiences | Preschool Supporting Physical Development: Indoor Environments and Experiences | School Age Supporting Physical Development: Environments and Experiences |
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Know- Section: Environments That Support Physical Development
- Section: Features of Environments That Support Physical Development
- Section: Materials for Experiences That Support Physical Development
- Section: Sensory Experiences: Indoors and Outdoors
See- Video: Physical Development: Outdoor Environments and Experiences
Do- Section : Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: Experiences and Materials to Support Physical Development
- Activity: CDA Fine Motor Activity Plan
Apply- Activity: Outdoor Play
- Activity: Observation and Application: Supporting Physical Development
| Know- Section: Embedding Physical Activity in Your Classroom Routine
- Section: Supporting the Physical Development of All Preschoolers
- Section: Promoting Sensory Discovery and Development in Preschool
See- Video: Indoor Environments and Experiences
- Video: Exploring Ice
Do- Section: Entire Do section
- Activity: Non-Competitive Games
Explore- Activity: Reflecting on my Classroom Practice
- Activity: CDA Fine Motor Activity Plan
Apply- Activity: Resources: Promoting Physical Development for All Children
| Know- Section: Motor Development
- Section: Right Fit Activities
- Section: Being Active Indoor
- Section: Being Active Outdoor
- Section: Supporting All Learners
See- Video: Types of Activities
- Video: Connecting With Nature
Do- Section: Entire Do section
- Activity: Resource List: Indoor Action Games
Explore- Activity: Right Fit Activities
Apply- Activity: Motor Skills Observation
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Lesson 4Infant Toddler Supporting Physical Development: Routines | Preschool Supporting Physical Development: Outdoor Environments and Experiences | School Age Supporting Physical Development: Promoting Positive Body Image |
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Know- Section: Supporting Physical Development During Daily Routines
- Section: Opportunities to Support Fine and Gross Motor Skills
- Section: Individualized and Responsive Routines
See- Video: Supporting Physical Development During Mealtime
Do- Section: Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: A Responsive Approach to Blowing Bubbles During Goodbyes
- Activity: CDA Gross Motor Activity Plan
Apply- Activity: Supporting Physical Development During Daily Routines
| Know- Section: Outdoor Physical Activity in Preschool
- Section: Supporting the Physical Development of All Preschoolers Outdoors
See- Video: Outdoor Environments and Experiences
Do- Section: Entire Do section
- Video: Having Fun Outdoors!
Explore- Activity: Adapting Program Activities
- Activity: CDA Gross Motor Activity Plan
Apply- Activity: Take it Outside
| Know- Section: What is Body Image?
- Section: What to Look for
- Section: How to Help
See- Video: Supporting School Age Children Through Change
Do- Section: Entire Do section
- Activity: Body Image Resource List
Explore- Activity: Reflection and Critical Thinking: Body Image
Apply- Activity: Haley’s Goal Setting
- Activity: Goal Worksheet
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Lesson 5Infant Toddler Promoting Active Lifestyles | Preschool Promoting Active Lifestyles | School Age Promoting Active Lifestyles |
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Know- Section: Caring for the Caregiver
- Section: Healthy Active Living for Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families
- Section: Supporting Healthy Physical Development and Activity
See- Video: Taking Care of You: Promoting Physically Active Lifestyles
Do- Section: Entire Do section
- Activity: Physical Fitness in Infants and Toddlers
Explore- Activity: Considering Our Responses
Apply- Activity: Overcoming Barriers to Being Active
- Activity: Taking Care of Ourselves
| Know- Section: Supporting Family Involvement: Personal and Family Life Skills
See- Video: Striving for Wellness
Do- Section: Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: Move Your Way
- Activity: Keeping Track of Your Physical Activity
Apply- Activity: Active Play Throughout the Day
- Activity: Physical Activity Resources
| Know- Section: Initial Know paragraphs
- Section: Providing Motivation and Encouragement
- Section: Be a Role Model
See- Video: Encouraging Active Lifestyles
Do- Section: Entire Do section
Explore- Activity: Providing Encouragement for All Children
Apply- Activity: Physical Activity Plan
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