The Thompson Method Curriculum
A developmental roadmap that keeps directors, teachers, and parents on the same page.
Everything You Need to Guide Development Throughout the School Year
7 Early Childhood Learning Areas
Comprehensive developmental guidance across seven core learning domains, with customization options available for infant programs.
5 Age Groups
Choose individual age groups, build your own combination, or purchase the complete series for seamless progression.
September–May Framework
Month-by-month developmental planning aligned with the natural rhythm of the school year.
Roadmap Format
Designed to lay flat in classrooms, offices, and planning spaces for quick daily reference and team alignment.
Included Resources:
Built to be referenced every day—not stored on a shelf.
A Clear Developmental Roadmap From Planning to Parent Communication
Plan with Confidence
Use the age-specific Scope & Sequence framework to plan lessons with clarity. Each objective includes a simple "Teacher Will / Child Will" structure that makes implementation straightforward.
Look Ahead
Preview upcoming months to prepare materials, coordinate staff, and stay ahead of developmental milestones before they arrive.
Teach Naturally
The intuitive roadmap design keeps the focus on children, not paperwork. Guidance is always accessible without interrupting the flow of teaching.
Review Progress
When assessment season arrives, milestone progress is already organized and easy to reference for reporting and parent conversations.
Stay Aligned
Directors and teachers use the same developmental framework, creating meaningful check-ins and a consistent program-wide approach.
"Everyone works from the same roadmap—teachers, directors, and families."
Why it works
Holistic model: values every stakeholder from child to community — not just the classroom
Research-based: state Early Learning Standards, standardized developmental milestones, published ECE curriculum texts
See How Jerri Uses the Thompson Method
Built From Decades of Early Childhood Experience
- Created by an experienced early childhood educator
- Designed for real classrooms and real school leaders
- Helps teachers, directors, and families stay aligned
- Built around developmental milestones, not trends
"My goal was simple: create a roadmap that helps everyone support children's development together."
Don't take our word for it
Everything You Need to Know
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The Scope & Sequence is available across five developmental age groups, allowing schools to select the specific stages they serve or implement the complete series for continuity across their entire program. Each roadmap is tailored to the developmental needs and milestones of that age group.
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You can purchase an individual age group, combine multiple age groups, or invest in the complete series. Many schools begin with the age groups they currently serve and expand over time, while others choose the full series to create alignment across their entire program.
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Most educators can begin using the Scope & Sequence immediately. The framework is intentionally designed to be intuitive, with a clear roadmap structure and simple "Teacher Will / Child Will" format that supports lesson planning, classroom implementation, and developmental tracking from day one.
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The Thompson Method is built around foundational early childhood development principles and can support alignment with state and program standards. Schools often use the framework alongside their required standards to strengthen developmental planning, assessment, and communication.
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The digital version provides immediate access and easy sharing across teams, while the print version offers a durable, lay-flat reference designed for daily use in classrooms and offices. Both formats contain the same developmental framework and content.
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Yes. Infant programs have unique developmental needs, and customization options are available to ensure the learning areas and developmental expectations appropriately reflect infant growth and learning experiences.
Still have questions?
We're happy to help you determine which Scope & Sequence option is the best fit for your school, program, or classroom.
Optional Add-On
Want to Track Progress More Closely?
Pair your Scope & Sequence with Assessment Tools designed to help educators document milestone progress, support parent conversations, and strengthen developmental reporting throughout the school year.
- Supports milestone tracking
- Strengthens parent communication
- Optional companion resource
The Scope & Sequence works perfectly on its own. Assessment Tools are available for programs that want additional progress-tracking and reporting support.
Ready to Bring Everyone Onto the Same Page?
Give your directors, teachers, and families a shared developmental roadmap designed to support meaningful growth throughout the school year.
Whether you're purchasing for a single classroom or an entire program, the Thompson Method helps create clarity, consistency, and alignment at every stage.
Not sure which option is right for your program? Jerri is happy to answer your questions and help you find the best fit.