Resources on Early Learning

Illinois Early Learning Standards

Click on the underlined Benchmark below each Learning Standard to find activities or background information related to helping children reach the Benchmark.

STATE GOAL 28:
Use the target language to communicate within and beyond the classroom setting.

Benchmark

28.A.ECMaintain the native language for use in a variety of purposes.

STATE GOAL 30:
Use the target language to make connections and reinforce knowledge and skills across academic, vocational and technical disciplines.

Benchmark

30.A.ECUse and maintain the native language in order to build upon and develop transferable language and literacy skills.