As a longtime Head Start supporter and one of your biggest fans, Lakeshore is always here to help! We offer a variety of free resources to support the needs of Head Start and Early Head Start programs—and the children and families who depend on you. Questions or suggestions? Contact us at lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com!

customized catalog Head Start Catalog Features a range of developmentally appropriate school readiness materials for Head Start and Early Head Start programs nationwide—plus exclusive products that help teachers meet their CLASS goals. Download in PDF format.

educational software

We’ve aligned our educational software to the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework. Our exclusive software titles captivate early learners and help them master core concepts—while having fun!
For interactive whiteboards and computers (Mac/PC) Easy for teachers—no training required	Available for immediate download or as a CD-ROM Purchase for one computer or five computers
Numbers & Counting Adventures Interactive Activities Pre K–1st grade	Circle Time Interactive Activity Center Pre K–Kindergarten
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custom materials kits Lakeshore offers specialized kits that are perfect for use in Head Start and Early Head Start Programs—all packed with targeted materials that promote child development, enhance the learning process and help teachers organize their classrooms!
Lakeshore Classroom Management System This all-in-one kit includes a huge variety of tools to organize and manage the classroom—from creating a print-rich environment to establishing daily routines! Supports CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) used by Head Start.	PlayBright® Activity Kits The Children’s Home Society of Washington and Lakeshore created kits that combine current research in early brain development with fun activities and a variety of age-appropriate materials!
Be Choosy Be Healthy® Activity Kit Combat childhood obesity and promote nutrition, physical activity and movement skills with this innovative kit designed in collaboration with Dr. Linda Carson! Schedule a Choosy Training E-mail us to schedule a training.	Be Choosy Be Healthy® Dental Kit Help young children develop good dental habits—and build a foundation for oral health that can last throughout their lives! Developed in collaboration with Dr. Linda Carson, an expert in the field of child development.
I Can Recycle! Toolbox Help children learn to “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle” with this all-inclusive toolbox! You get detailed instructions and carefully selected materials for dozens of imaginative activities.	Outdoor Classroom Learning Kit Developed in collaboration with the CAEYC (California Association for the Education of Young Children), this kit is overflowing with hands-on materials that let you integrate nature exploration with 5 key subject areas: math, science, language, music and art.
Infant/Toddler Let’s Celebrate Diversity Kit Promote children’s social-emotional development by creating an anti-bias classroom that promotes a strong sense of self! Developed in collaboration with the TAEYC (Tennessee Association for the Education of Young Children).	Preschool/Pre-K Let’s Celebrate Diversity Kit This comprehensive kit for 3- to 4-year-olds comes with all of the books, puzzles, storytelling materials, posters and art supplies you need to make your program an ideal environment for celebrating diversity.
Early Learning Scale Preschool Assessment Preschool assessment made simple! The Early Learning Scale (ELS) is an easy-to-use, observation-based performance assessment that provides a practical tool for assessing 3- to 5-year-olds’ progress toward school readiness.

rating scales and curriculums These helpful resources make it easy to assess child care settings and early childhood classrooms, develop an appropriate classroom curriculum…and find teacher-tested furniture, equipment and educational supplies that meet specific needs.
Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale - Revised Edition Provides an accurate assessment of child care settings.	Suggested Materials for Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale Aligned to rating categories found in the Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale - Revised Edition (ITERS-R) Download in PDF format.
Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale - Revised Edition Provides an effective assessment of early childhood environments.	Suggested Materials for Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale Aligned to rating categories found in the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale - Revised Edition (ECERS-R) Download in PDF format.
Assessments & Accreditation Whether you’re seeking accreditation for a new program or a higher rating for an existing one, this free service from Lakeshore is exactly what you’re looking for. Our expert consultants create comprehensive proposals—including materials lists and floor plans—for hundreds of programs every year. Contact us at lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com to learn how we can help your program meet its goals!

complete classrooms®

Opening a classroom or expanding your program? Lakeshore can help! We’re a full-service provider—offering free design, delivery and setup with your order. We’ll help you create a Complete Classroom® that fits your space, number of children and budget. Need something different for your program? We can create customized classroom proposals and materials lists that meet your exact specifications—for FREE! Just call (800) 421-5354 or e-mail lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com.
Early Head Start Infants 0-18 Months Download materials list. View sample classroom.	Early Head Start Toddlers 18-36 Months Download materials list. View sample classroom.	Head Start Preschool 3-5 Years Download materials list. View sample classroom.
To view sample floor plans, click on the link that targets your needs! Early Head Start Infants    |    Early Head Start Toddlers    |    Head Start Preschool To edit a sample floor plan—or to create one of your very own—use our Classroom Designer. This simple online tool allows you to re-create your existing room, rearrange furniture, add new items—and save different floor plans! Need something different for your program? We’ll create customized classroom proposals and materials lists that meet your exact specifications…for FREE! Just call (800) 421-5354 or e-mail lakeshore@lakeshorelearning.com. These at-a-glance lists cover all areas of your learning environment to create a complete classroom®. Download an Early Head Start Infants materials list. Download an Early Head Start Toddlers materials list. Download a Head Start Preschool materials list.

links and online resources

	The Head Start Path to Promoting Positive Outcomes in Early Childhood programs (Click here to download the PDF.)
	National Head Start Association (www.nhsa.org)
	Early Head Start National Resource Center (www.ehsnrc.org)
	Office of Head Start (www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ohs/)
	Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation (www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/)
	Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc)
	National Association for the Education of Young Children (www.naeyc.org)
	Dimensions Foundation (www.dimensionsfoundation.org)
	Arbor Day Foundation (www.arborday.org)