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After-School and Parent Education Programs for At-Risk Youth and Their Families: A Guide to Organizing and Operating a Community-Based Center for Basic Educational Skills Reinforcement, Homework Assistance, Cultural Enrichment, and a Parent Involvement Focus.
Morton-Young, Tommie – 1995
Intended for use by community organizers, parent-child advocates, parents, teacher education programs, and field experience classes, this book discusses after-school programs designed to assist students in completing homework, aid youth in acquiring basic educational and social skills, and help their parents become more effective agents in their…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Basic Skills, Cultural Enrichment, Elementary Secondary Education
Effective Teaching Strategies for Successful Inclusion: A Focus on Down Syndrome. A Resource Guide for Educators and Parents.
Tien, Barbara – 1999
This guide focuses on methods to teach students with Down Syndrome to maximize their inclusion in school and the community. Following an introductory section, the 10 chapters provide information and practical guidelines on the following topics: (1) acknowledging the label but teaching the student; (2) medical facts about Down Syndrome (e.g.,…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Child Advocacy, Communication Skills, Community Programs
Children, Parents, and Reading: An Annotated Bibliography.
Boehnlein, Mary Maher, Comp.; Hager, Beth Haines, Comp. – 1985
Intended for parents and reading teachers, this annotated bibliography contains materials concerning parent involvement with reading. The bibliography provides suggestions and information for professionals and parents concerning (1) home activities that assist the development of general school and reading readiness, (2) support of the school…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Basic Skills, Beginning Reading, Directed Reading Activity
Everyday Creative Play: Simple Fun Things You Can Do To Help Your Young Child Learn.
Church, Lisa R. – 1998
Noting that parents are their children's first teachers, this book presents activities to help parents prepare their children for school. The chapters are: (1) "Getting Started," which discusses chores, hobbies, television viewing, socialization, preschool, learning styles, supplies, work area, and motivation; (2) "Reading,"…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Childrens Writing