These standards were developed through a Seventh-day Adventist world view across the birth through 12th grade curricula with integration of research-based national and provincial/state standards. They are designed to provide direction in program planning and equipping teachers to deliver instruction emphasizing Seventh-day Adventist goals, concepts, and values in a developmentally appropriate manner. Additionally, they support the development and well-being of the young child and enhance learning in five domains. Each domain contains standards with benchmarks and Example.