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Parents & Family

The role of parents and families in the success of their children cannot be overstated. From birth on, family involvement in all aspects of children’s lives impacts the academic and social-emotional well-being of the whole child.

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An Overview of Parenting in Schools
An Overview of Parenting in Schools
An Overview of Parenting in Schools

Educational research has consistently shown that parents being involved in their children's K-12 education is a strong factor for children to be successful in school.

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10 Tips to Teach Children Self-Help Skills
10 Tips to Teach Children Self-Help Skills
10 Tips to Teach Children Self-Help Skills

This blog shares 10 tips to help teach children how to be independent with self help skills and everyday routines.

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12-24 Months: Social-Emotional Development
12-24 Months: Social-Emotional Development
12-24 Months: Social-Emotional Development

This article details parenting best-practices to support toddlers' developing skills.

Reports
Shining Stars - 2nd and 3rd Graders Learn to Read
Shining Stars - 2nd and 3rd Graders Learn to Read
Shining Stars - 2nd and 3rd Graders Learn to Read

You are your child’s first and most important teacher. This report from the National Institute for Literacy provides information and checklists for parents with second and third grade students.

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Reducing Student Stress: 6 Ways Parents Can Help High School Students
Reducing Student Stress: 6 Ways Parents Can Help High School Students
Reducing Student Stress: 6 Ways Parents Can Help High School Students

Help your teens better manage school stress, especially during the college-focused junior and senior years. To that end, here are 6 practical things parents can do.

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Ten Ways to Promote the Language and Communication Skills of Infants and Toddlers
Ten Ways to Promote the Language and Communication Skills of Infants and Toddlers
Ten Ways to Promote the Language and Communication Skills of Infants and Toddlers

This one-page document provides parents, family members, and educators with ten concrete ways to promote and develop child communication.

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Early Education Resources and Publications
Early Education Resources and Publications
Early Education Resources and Publications

The Early Education Division at the California Department of Education (CDE) provides an array of Early Education Resources that include Infant/Toddler Resources, Parent Resources, and Preschool Resources.

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The Effects of Tutoring on Academic Performance
The Effects of Tutoring on Academic Performance
The Effects of Tutoring on Academic Performance

This research brief by San Bernardino Valley College explores the relationship between academic tutoring and student outcomes.

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Synchronous Learning vs. Asynchronous Learning in Online Education
Synchronous Learning vs. Asynchronous Learning in Online Education
Synchronous Learning vs. Asynchronous Learning in Online Education

This article/website offers information on the pros and cons of asynchronous learning versus synchronous learning when considering colleges. Synchronous learning is online or distance education that happens in real time, whereas asynchronous learning occurs through online channels without real-time interaction

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Foundations of Early Numeracy
Foundations of Early Numeracy
Foundations of Early Numeracy

A brief online teacher course for the foundational skills of early numeracy.

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YouCubed
YouCubed
YouCubed

YouCubed is a free K-12 math resource from Stanford University's Graduate School of Education. Tasks are activities to encourage Mathematical Thinking. They can be filtered by grade, level of difficulty, concept, MP standard, and topic. They can also be downloaded as PDFs.

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Interactive Simulations for Science and Mathematics - PhET
Interactive Simulations for Science and Mathematics - PhET
Interactive Simulations for Science and Mathematics - PhET

Founded in 2002 by Nobel Laureate Carl Wieman, the PhET Interactive Simulations project at the University of Colorado Boulder provide free interactive research-based simulations for K-12 and college STEM education.PhET sims are based on extensive education research and engage students through an intuitive, game-like environment where students learn through exploration and discovery.

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Motivating MS Mathematics Students
Motivating MS Mathematics Students
Motivating MS Mathematics Students

This research paper explores a teacher's role in motivating middle school students in math. Specifically, the author explored the types of motivation used in mathematics with seventh grade students.

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Standards-Based Math Activities
Standards-Based Math Activities
Standards-Based Math Activities

Mathwire.com offers standards-based math activities for students.

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Khan Academy - Academic Support
Khan Academy - Academic Support
Khan Academy - Academic Support

Khan Academy provides math, science, computing, economics, and more subject resources, including extensive practice activities, by grade level, tailored to learners, teachers, and parents.

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Explore scientific, technical, and medical research on ScienceDirect
Explore scientific, technical, and medical research on ScienceDirect
Explore scientific, technical, and medical research on ScienceDirect

Explore peer-reviewed journals, articles, book chapters and open access content covering a range of disciplines in ScienceDirect.

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Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science
Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science
Encouraging Child's Curiosity Through Science

WikiHow shares best-practices and tips that parents can practice instilling love of science in their child.

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Lifelong Learning Is Good for Your Health, Your Wallet, and Your Social Life
Lifelong Learning Is Good for Your Health, Your Wallet, and Your Social Life
Lifelong Learning Is Good for Your Health, Your Wallet, and Your Social Life

This article discusses the value of lifelong learning for personal health, finances, and social life.

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Resilience Guide for Parents and Teachers
Resilience Guide for Parents and Teachers
Resilience Guide for Parents and Teachers

This resource provides 10 tips for parents and educators on how to support students' social and emotional learning, with a focus on building resilience. The American Psychological Association (APA) provides recommendations for parents and educators of students of all school levels.

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Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens
Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens
Identifying Signs of Stress in Your Children and Teens

The American Psychological Association (APA) emphasizes the importance of adults tuning into emotional or behavioral cues to interact effectively with children and teens who are experiencing stress.

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Centers for Disease Control - Adolescent and School Health
Centers for Disease Control - Adolescent and School Health
Centers for Disease Control - Adolescent and School Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides a variety of resources - including data and statistics related to adolescent health and school health policies, as well as fact sheets - to inform educators and parents on adolescent and school health.

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9 Tips for High School Seniors - Don't Be So Quick to Graduate
9 Tips for High School Seniors - Don't Be So Quick to Graduate
9 Tips for High School Seniors - Don't Be So Quick to Graduate

Sarah Fields, a freshman at Morehead State College, shares tips for high school seniors to make the most of their last year of high school.

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All Work and No Play Needs to Change for Kindergarteners
All Work and No Play Needs to Change for Kindergarteners
All Work and No Play Needs to Change for Kindergarteners

Former kindergarten teacher and father shares his research as to why kindergarten should include more play time.

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Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips
Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips
Build School Connectedness and Positive Climate: Quick-Start Tips

Quick start tips to build school connectedness and a positive culture that are free!

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Integrating Social- Emotional Learning into High School
Integrating Social- Emotional Learning into High School
Integrating Social- Emotional Learning into High School

This Education Week article describes findings from case studies of social and emotional learning at five diverse U.S. high schools and discusses related resources.

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2019 Education Research Highlights
2019 Education Research Highlights
2019 Education Research Highlights

Every year brings new insights—and cautionary tales—about what works in education. This article highlights education research studies from 2019.

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9 Core Behaviors of People Who Positively Impact The World
9 Core Behaviors of People Who Positively Impact The World
9 Core Behaviors of People Who Positively Impact The World

This article examines nine behaviors of people who have a positive impact on the world (based on the author's personal research and work).

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Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice
Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice
Nonverbal Communication: Body Language and Tone of Voice

This webpage details why nonverbal communication is important, as well as some methods to improve parental, child, and family nonverbal communication methods and tone of voice.

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FamilyEducation
FamilyEducation
FamilyEducation

FamilyEducation is a parenting website that provides resources to parents at every stage, from pregnancy to raising toddlers, and teens.

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National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse

This website provides resources and information to support strong fathers and families.

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Improving Kids' Social Skills
Improving Kids' Social Skills
Improving Kids' Social Skills

This webpage details the different stages of social development, as well as best-practices for improving social development and how to reinforce specific social skills.

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Parent Toolkit - Resources
Parent Toolkit - Resources
Parent Toolkit - Resources

Parent Toolkit is a one-stop resource developed with parents in mind. It’s produced by NBC News Education Nation and supported by Pearson and includes information about almost every aspect of your child’s development, because they're all connected. Healthy, successful children can excel in many areas – in the classroom, on the court, and in their relationships with peers and adults. The Parent Toolkit also supports children's social and emotional development by providing tips to help children with self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and responsible decision-making.

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Social Skills - Grade by Grade
Social Skills - Grade by Grade
Social Skills - Grade by Grade

Scholastic discusses the grade-level social skills that teachers tend to look for and how to teach it. Skills range from sharing and being polite in Pre-K to accountability and perspective in Grades 4-5.

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Family Communication
Family Communication
Family Communication

This webpage provides a series of links to assist parents communicating with their children. Resources detail verbal and non-verbal communication, as well as some best practices for handling conflict and anger.

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How Much Screen Time is OK for My Kids?
How Much Screen Time is OK for My Kids?
How Much Screen Time is OK for My Kids?

Common Sense Media details the four main categories of screen time - passive consumption, interactive consumption, communication, and content creation. This guide also details some best-practices for child screen time.

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Raising Children - First 1000 Days
Raising Children - First 1000 Days
Raising Children - First 1000 Days

An Australian parenting website offering comprehensive, practical, expert child health, parenting information, and activities.

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