Mrs. Jackson's 6th Grade
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OUTSTANDING SITE!  Facts for Families. Information on issues that affect children, teenagers, and their families from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

As A Parent, I Promise.  Guidelines for parents.

Dr. Toy’s Guide on the Internet. Information on hundreds of recommended toys and products for children.

Education Tips for Parents.  Education Tips for Parents of Elementary School Children.

Expect the Best from a Girl. That’s What You’ll Get. What parents and caregivers can do to encourage girls to succeed.

Family Resources: This site has a list of great resources for families.  If you find a good one, be sure to let me know! 

50 Ways Parents Can Help Schools.  Ideas for parent involvement in schools.

Helping Your Child Learn Math.  Online math activities.

How To Make Parent-Teacher Conferences Work for Your Child.  Teachers need your help to do a first-class job. Working together, you and the teacher can help your child have a successful school year.

Jean Armour Polly’s 100 Great Sites in Ten Categories. For families that would like to explore the Web together.

Mother Goose Pages. A collection of nursery rhymes, with tips on how to share them with children of different ages.

Promote Reading at Home.  Eight ways you can help your child become a better reader.

Tips for Involved Parents.  Suggestions to promote communication with your child.

Web Safety:  To make sure your child gets the most out of his or her web experience and to make sure he or she stays "safe" on the internet, check out 

What You Can Do To Help Your Child Learn.   Suggestions for becoming a more involved parent.