Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Creative Development

Other Ohio Early Learning and Development sets

Artistic Engagement and Expression 1

  • a

    Expresses ideas and feelings through visual art.  1.a

    1. 1

      Demonstrates preferences, pleasure or displeasure when interacting with various materials and activities. 1.a.1

    2. 2

      Explores a variety of visual art materials. 1.a.2

    3. 3

      Uses self-selected materials and activities to express ideas and feelings.1.a.3

    4. 4

      Plans and creates content, using personal experiences, in a work of art using a variety of skills, techniques, and materials. 1.a.4

    5. 5

      Expresses individuality, life experiences, knowledge, and ability through a variety of art media.  1.a.5

    6. 6

      Explores open-ended art materials to create process-focused art. 1.a.6

  • b

    Expresses self creatively through music and dance. 1.b

    1. 1

      Responds to a variety of sounds. 1.b.1

    2. 2

      Explores making sounds with a variety of objects. 1.b.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrates intentional use of sounds and music. 1.b.3

    4. 4

      Attempts to move body or make music sounds to match varied tempos. 1.b.4

    5. 5

      Creates vocal and/or rhythmic patterns with increasing complexity (e.g., volume/dynamics, speed/tempo, tone, rhythm, melody) using own voice or instruments of choice.  1.b.5

Creativity and Play 2

  • a

    Develops ability to express new ideas through imaginative and inventive play. 2.a

    1. 1

      Observes and imitates the actions of others. 2.a.1

    2. 2

      Explores objects and uses everyday items in play. 2.a.2

    3. 3

      Imitates others’ uses of objects and materials.2.a.3

    4. 4

      Engages in play sequences based on an understanding of everyday events and routines. 2.a.4

    5. 5

      Uses imagination to plan and act out scenes based on books, stories, or everyday life. 2.a.5

    6. 6

      Engages in brief episodes of make-believe play that involve sequenced steps, assigned roles and/or an overall plan for the play.  2.a.6

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
PRE-K and Kindergarten
Where can I read the official document?
Early Learning and Development Standards

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