IELDS Resources Here you will find resources related to the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards (IELDS). View Standards Tip Sheets Aligned to Benchmarks Benchmark Videos Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards: A Guide for Parents IELDS Tools for Teachers Standards Start at Home: A Guide to Early Learning for Parents/Families Standards Start at Home Slides Adapting Lesson Plans to Meet IELDS Benchmarks Modules for Early Learning Benchmark Activities IELDS Crosswalks, Alignments & Connections List of goals, standards, and benchmarks