This document provides a guide to implementing a holistic, developmentally appropriate and caring learning program. It focuses on the healthy development of the whole child: social-emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual development. Family engagement and community partnerships are also foundational components.

This document is a supplement to Play and Exploration: Early Learning Program Guide and is intended to assist educators to provide holistic and responsive early learning programs for young children.

The Early Learning Program Guide is an important part of Saskatchewan's early childhood development initiatives. The Guide affirms the importance of high quality learning experiences for all Saskatchewan children during their preschool years - three to five years of age.