Download and order documents

CT Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS)

Supporting All Children Using the CT ELDS

CT ELDS Alignment Documents

Resources for families

Connecticut’s Documentation and Observation for Teaching System (CT DOTS)

CT DOTS Forms

CT DOTS Family Input Pages

The CT DOTS Family Pages are one way that teachers can gather information about a child’s learning and development. These fillable forms are available in English and Spanish and include tips for supporting learning and development at home. Find the CT DOTS Family Pages here.

Order CT ELDS or CT DOTS materials

To order CT ELDS and CT DOTS materials or the Hello Kindergarten! brochure, complete this online form.

Copies of the following documents may be requested online and picked up at one of six locations across the state. There will be limited availability of boxes/or bags at pick up locations so please bring bags or boxes with you to transport the documents.

  • CT Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS)
  • CT ELDS Action Guides (includes both English and Spanish in the same document)
  • CT ELDS posters (available in English or Spanish)
  • The CT Documentation and Observation for Teaching System (CT DOTS) Observation Progression Book
  • CT DOTS User’s Manual
  • CT DOTS Flipchart (Note: the flipcharts are packaged with paper band and are hole-punched in the upper left hand corner but do not come with metal rings)
  • Hello Kindergarten! (available in English or Spanish)
Last updated March 13, 2024