Our Curriculum
Creative Curriculum
At Rock-a-Bye Early Learning Center, we are proud to implement Creative Curriculum®, a research-based approach that focuses on the whole child, fostering development in all key areas—social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. This curriculum is thoughtfully designed to create a balanced, engaging, and child-centered learning environment.
What is Creative Curriculum®?
Creative Curriculum is a comprehensive, play-based approach to early childhood education developed by Teaching Strategies. It is rooted in child development research and emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning experiences. This curriculum is designed to support all areas of development, including:
Social-Emotional – Helping children build relationships, develop self-regulation, and gain confidence.
Cognitive Development – Encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
Language & Literacy – Expanding vocabulary, fostering a love of books, and early writing skills.
Physical Development – Strengthening both fine and gross motor skills through play.
Mathematical Thinking & Science Exploration – Encouraging counting, patterns, measurement, and understanding of the natural world.
How We Use Creative Curriculum in Our Classrooms
Our teachers carefully plan engaging, hands-on learning experiences that support each child's growth and interests. Some key components include:
Learning Centers
Children explore different areas such as dramatic play, blocks, art, science, sensory, and literacy, fostering independent and social learning.
Intentional Teaching
Teachers observe children’s interests and guide learning through open-ended questions, hands-on activities, and meaningful interactions.
Project-Based Learning
Each month, we explore themes (such as seasons, animals, or community helpers) that integrate literacy, math, science, and creative expression.
Social-Emotional Development
We help children develop self-regulation, cooperation, and problem-solving skills through guided play, group activities, and positive reinforcement.
Making your journey a more reassuring one
While your child is at Rock-A-Bye their growth matters. Thats why we regularly monitor our students educational progress through assessments. Read more about our assessment process here.