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ECERS-3

document icon  ECERS-3 Materials list
This includes materials and furnishings needed for specific items and indicators.
document icon  ECERS-3: Free play and Access
This resource explains the importance of free play and independent access to materials in early childhood settings, as emphasized in ECERS-3. It outlines how child-led play and accessible environments support all areas of development and provides examples of practices that can limit children's opportunities to fully engage.
document icon  Getting to know the ECERS-3
document icon  Getting to Know the ECERS-3 (Spanish Version)
document icon  NC Additional Notes ECERS-3 (updated 11-5-24)
These are the current NC Additional Notes for the ECERS-3 used by NCRLAP assessors.
document icon  Requirements for Gross Motor Space and Equipment
This document summarizes scoring criteria used by NCRLAP assessors during Environment Rating Scale assessments for items that relate to the safety of gross motor space and equipment. These standards apply to all gross motor equipment and materials.
document icon  Thinking More about Activities ECERS-3
Use this worksheet to answer questions and document information about activities for learning and play based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  Thinking More about Interaction ECERS-3
Use this worksheet to answer questions and document information about positive practices for interactions based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  Thinking More about Language and Literacy ECERS-3
Use this worksheet to answer questions and document information about language for learning, as well as, the use of books and other literacy-related details based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  Thinking More about Personal Care Routines ECERS-3
Use this worksheet to answer questions and document information about personal care routines, health, and safety based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  Thinking More about Program Structure ECERS-3
Use this worksheet to answer questions and document information about program structure including transitions, free play and group times based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  Thinking More about Space and Furnishings ECERS-3
This worksheet can be used to answer questions and document information about space and furnishings based on ECERS-3 items and indicators.
document icon  USDA Meal Pattern Guidelines for Children 1 to 12 years
USDA Meal Pattern Guidelines for Children 1-12 years of age. These were updated on October 1, 2017. Source. Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp/meals-and-snacks and redesigned by NCRLAP
document icon  A Quick Reference to the Rated License Assessment Process (2025 brochure web version)
document icon  A Quick Reference to the Rated License Assessment Process (2025 folded brochure)
document icon  A Quick Reference to the Rated License Assessment Process Web (Spanish version) (3s)
document icon  About the Assessment Process (Supplement)
document icon  All Scales: General Health Reminders
This document briefly summarizes some of the handwashing and some health requirements for all scales including Rs and 3s
document icon  All Scales: General Health Reminders (Spanish)
This document reviews common health practices and reminders for all ERS scales both Revised edition and 3s edition.
document icon  Caring for Our Children
document icon  FAQs: Observations Using the 3s
document icon  FAQs: Outdoor Environments and the Third Editions
document icon  FAQs: The Transition to the 3s
document icon  Gross Motor Equipment For Inclement Weather Days
This document clarifies the requirements for the scales for days when children cannot play outside.
document icon  Handwashing and Basic Health Considerations (Video supplement)
document icon  Healthy child care NC diaper procedure poster
document icon  Information for Families About Rated License Assessments in Child Care Centers (3s)
document icon  Information for Families About Rated License Assessments in Child Care Centers (3s) (Spanish Version)
document icon  Language for Learning Supplement Guide
document icon  Language for learning: Preschoolers (video)
This video focuses on how language supports children's cognitive and social/emotional development in programs serving preschoolers.
document icon  NCRLAP Guide for NC Pre-K ECERS-3
document icon  NCRLAP Guide NC PreK ECERS3 (Spanish Version)
document icon  Requirements for Gross Motor Space and Equipment (Visual Guide)
This document illustrates common challenges related to gross motor safety for children 2-12 years old.
document icon  Rest Well: Sanitation considerations for naptime
document icon  Summary of Lowest Scoring Items and Indicators for the ECERS-3
document icon  Thinking More about Activities ECERS-3 (Spanish)
document icon  Thinking More About Interaction ECERS-3 (Spanish)
document icon  Thinking More About Language and Literacy ECERS-3 (Spanish)
Utilice esta hoja de trabajo para responder preguntas y documentar información sobre el lenguaje para el aprendizaje, así como el uso de libros y otros detalles relacionados con la alfabetización basados ​​en los elementos e indicadores del ECERS-3.
document icon  Thinking More about Personal Care Routines ECERS-3 (Spanish)
document icon  Thinking More About Program Structure ECERS-3 (Spanish)
document icon  Thinking More about Space and Furnishings ECERS-3 (Spanish)
document icon  Your Assessments Are Scheduled, Now What? (3s)
document icon  Your Assessments Are Scheduled, Now What? (Spanish version) (3s)

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