Parental Resources



Speaking & Listening

Practical guidance for parents and fun stories for children, Kindergarten through 4th grade. This book contains two parts: Part I offers easy-to-read advice on helping children succeed in school, including family activities and books for further reading. Part II contains three read-along stories delightfully illustrated by Dave Coverly (author of the cartoon Speed Bump) so you can start sharing reading experiences right away. The audio cassettes make this book easy for parents and children at any literacy level to use and enjoy. Click here for more information...



Teamwork Learning

A family is like a team in many ways. In this issue, we discuss how the members of your family can work together and learn from one another. It is filled with helpful instruction, illustrations, and activities. There is a question and answer section, as well as an annotated bibliography of books to read with your children, books just for parents, and books for children to read by themselves. Also included are several poems to read aloud with your children or listen along with on audio tape. Click here for more information...


Preschool Learning Activities

by Stan Wonderley

These activities will help you develop your child's mind and learning readiness. They lead the child into the more formal learning activities that he or she will find in Kindergarten and first grade. Click here for more information...


Success Starts Early

by Stan Wonderley

If you are looking for ways to put your child on the road to school success and you want to build the character traits that will help that child succeed later in life, the guidelines and activities in this book will serve you well. A long-time teacher and writer, the author uses his extensive experience to help parents as they guide their children. Click here for more information...


Learning Activities For Infants And Toddlers

by Stan Wonderley

Whether you are looking for an occasional activity to promote learning or are looking for a daily stimulus, this book contains almost 200 learning activities for preschool age children. Its clear directions and illustrations make this an indispensable guide for young parents or for preschools. Click here for more information...


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