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Planning for Universal PreK in New York?
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Discover Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) resources for New York that support school readiness, family engagement, and smooth transitions to kindergarten.


Teacher Created Materials provides a flexible, year‑long PreK curriculum aligned to the New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards, along with inclusive classroom libraries, and family engagement tools designed for diverse learners.


Explore how TCM supports high‑quality New York UPK programs with ready‑to‑use instructional resources that help teachers, students, and families thrive.

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Explore & Learn

Implement a comprehensive and flexible Universal PreK program with theme‑based learning that builds foundational skills and supports whole‑child development to ensure kindergarten readiness. 
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New York Standards Alignment

Discover how TCM early childhood resources align to New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards.
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Family Engagement + At-Home Learning Resources

Support families and the whole child with at‑home learning tools that promote social-emotional learning and strengthen school readiness skills. Available in English and Spanish.
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Classroom Libraries

Strengthen early literacy, promote positive behaviors, and build academic knowledge through customizable libraries. 
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Family At-Home Reading Guide

Build at-home literacy habits over the summer. This guide helps families read regularly at home, with tips on the benefits of family reading, modeling reading, games, building a library, creating a reading space, and taking reading beyond the page.

English and Spanish edition included in your FREE download. 
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The Magic of Movement: How Play Fuels Early Learning

Explore why play matters, the developmental benefits it fosters, and real-world strategies teachers can use to observe and support play in their classrooms. Includes a free download of our “Free Play in Prek" Playbook.