PARENT RESOURCES

Encouraging Reading

Kids Connect @ the Library
Literature links and internet help form the Association of Library Service to Children 

Born to Read: How to Raise a Reader 
Tips on how to create a love of learning in your infant or toddler, including a list of suggested books that are perfect for the youngest children.

Children's Literature Web Guide
Internet resources related to books for children and young adult.

Helping your child learn to read
Suggestions from the US Department of Education for parents of children ready to read.

Using the Internet

A Librarian's Guide to Cyberspace for Parents and Kids
A useful and practical guide from ALA, including safety tips and a selection of great sites for kids.

Parenting

You Can Handle Them All
Solutions to a wide variety of disciplinary problems.

National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Support and information for parents and children about ADD.

Positive Parenting News
Great for parents looking for solutions to common problems.

Family Planet
A general-interest parenting magazine created specifically for the Web. Good coverage of children's books and other media.