Parent Resources
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Books everyone should read with their children!
A list of favorites from the New York Public Library
Best Apps for Kids
Common Sense Media Recommendations for Families
Activities to Learn the Dolch Sight Word Vocabulary Kindergarten - Grade 3
From 50-75% of all words used in school books, library books, newspapers, and magazines are in the Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary of 220 words (preschool through Grade 3). The Dolch word list is made up of "service words" (pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and verbs) which cannot be learned through the use of pictures.
Math activities you can do at home!
This booklet, Helping Your Child Learn Mathematics, offers fun activities that parents can use with children from preschool age through grade 5 to strengthen their math skills and build strong positive attitudes toward math.
Kids Health
All parents need a little advice now and then. Get the lowdown on parenting basics like discipline, homework help, and how to talk to your child about tough subjects.