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Literacy Page Reading Writing ESL Assessments Resources and Citations Literacy Specialist	Information for Parents The best inheritance a person can give to his children is a few minutes of his time each day. --O. A. Battista Activities at home are an important supplement to the classroom. Parents can provide activities and outings that enhance their child’s interests. They can also support the child as he/she reinforces skills taught in the classroom via homework and other assignments Children who read, grow to love books. By reading aloud together (even after children learn to read by themselves), by being examples, and by doing other activities, parents are in a unique position to help children enjoy reading and see its value. Over the years, children will have memories of working with you to treasure. They will remember stories that made them laugh and stories that made them cry. They will remember sharing these times with someone they love. Children learn all the time, not just at school. Find out more about how you can help your child to learn by browsing through some of the sites below. There are articles, tips, and advice from a variety of sources to help in many curriculum and interest areas. While helping your child, remember to provide a positive, safe, and supportive environment. Enjoy each other and learning together.
	Helping Your Child publications from the Dept. of Education. Booklets feature lessons and activities to help school aged and preschool children with reading, homework and skills. Information available in English and Spanish.
	Parents Planet is designed for parents, teachers, and students. Education Planet’s literacy tips and resources for parents of children in grades K-12
	Madame Esme’s site presents literacy information and resources for teachers, librarians, parents and students. Links for book lovers of any age.
	Activities for parents and teachers to help children, Play and Learn Lessons –free of advertising and free of charge. Lessons should be supported at home or at school. LiteracyCenter.Net offers information and lessons in English, Spanish, German, and French.
	Games and activities by grade level and content. Kaboose is an interactive technology and media company.
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