Cal Poly Humboldt Child Development Lab

Cal Poly Humboldt Child Development Lab We believe that young children learn best when they use their full range of senses and abilities to explore real objects and situations.

The Child Development Laboratory (CDL) is a special environment designed to provide a model preschool for children, create a learning center for university students, and support and educate parents of young children. Through these activities children develop knowledge, skills, and a foundation for continued learning. As children use their skills, they build trusting relationships with peers and ad

ults outside the home. We also believe that children have their own backgrounds, experiences, personalities and abilities that make each of them unique. We believe that children are eager learners when they are provided with opportunities appropriate for their ages, abilities, interests and cultures. We believe that appreciative yet objective observation of children, respectful relationship building and effective supportive communication are the foundations of successful learning communities. A Special Environment

We provide provide a rich variety of experiences and supports for children while involving them in activities with classmates. We help children chose activities, plan what they will do, engage in the activity they planned, and later talk about what happened. We also provide them with activities that we plan based on our observations of their developmental patterns, skills, needs and interests. We base our approach on well established theories of child development, current research and currently recognized standards of best practices. The classroom includes both indoor and outdoor areas designed to help children learn about themselves, their physical world and the people around them. The areas are organized so children can play alone, in pairs, in small groups and/or with adults. Children explore their environment, have conversations, and make decision son their own. Children:
◾Play quietly or noisily
◾Engage in activities that strengthen small and large motor skills
◾Practice taking responsibility for personal needs
◾Learn good health practices for working and learning with others
◾Create using a variety of media – wood, clay, paints, pens, sand, blocks, etc.
◾Enjoy activities that support listening, speaking, reading, writing, reflecting and reasoning. The CDL environment integrates children experiencing special needs. There are adapted wheeled toys, a sitting rim for the sandbox, wheel chair access to the climbing structure and restroom, broad walkways and easily accessible shelf-space for toys and equipment. Teachers work with families and other professionals to ensure that all children receive the supports they need to be successfully independent.

The Child Development Lab team stopped by Freshwater Farms Reserve for some team building! We picked flowers and reflect...
08/14/2026

The Child Development Lab team stopped by Freshwater Farms Reserve for some team building! We picked flowers and reflected on what each team member contributes to our garden at the lab.

03/25/2025
Let's try these with your child(ren)!
10/15/2024

Let's try these with your child(ren)!

A Dozen Ways To Co-Regulate With Your Child:
- Lower your body position
- Lower your voice
- Soften your facial expression
- Model deep breathing
- Do heavy work together
- Walk outside
- Offer deep pressure
- Model a preferred sensory activity
- Move your body together
- Dim the lights
- Stop talking
- Change your proximity

Credit: Coastal Connections OT

Are you still looking for a preschool program that supports your child in developing independence and social skills? The...
08/15/2024

Are you still looking for a preschool program that supports your child in developing independence and social skills? The Child Development Lab is a unique environment designed to provide a model preschool for children, to create a learning center for university students, and to support the parents and caregivers of young children. All children, ages 2 yrs. 9 mos. and 5 yrs., are welcome to join our program! For more information or to apply, visit our webpage at https://childdev.humboldt.edu/child-development-lab/enrollment or call 707-826-3475.

The Child Development Lab is enrolling for the 2024/2025 school year!
05/20/2024

The Child Development Lab is enrolling for the 2024/2025 school year!

05/13/2024
05/09/2024

The Child Development Lab is enrolling for fall 2024.
Please call (707) 826-3475 or email [email protected] for more information!

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1 Harpst Street
Arcata, CA
95521

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(707) 826-3475

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