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California Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations.

A Message from the State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Introduction

The Early Months

Language Development

Cognitive Development

Perceptual and Motor Development

Appendix: Summary of Infant/Toddler Foundations

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Last Reviewed: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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