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Parents' Page

Information Links for Wooster Parents and Families

 

Book Links for Families:

 

Safety at Home & on the Internet:

  • GetNetWise - Archive of "America Links Up" - A national public education campaign to teach parents and children about the Internet and ensure that children have a safe and rewarding online experience. Web site includes resources and safety tips for parents and kids.
  • Children’s Defense Fund. This Washington, D.C.-based organization advocates on behalf of children at risk and children with disabilities.
  • Connect for Kids. This nonprofit site provides news and information on issues affecting kids and families, over 1500 helpful links to national and local resources, and two e-mail newsletters.
  • Government Food Safety Information. Links to government supplied information dealing with food and health related concerns.

  • NetMom Internet Safe House. For families that would like to explore the Web together.

  • KidsHealth.org. Articles on many aspects of child health—for parents, kids, and health professionals—from the Nemours Foundation.

  • KidsNET. The only national non-profit computerized clearinghouse and information center devoted to children’s television, radio, audio, video, and multimedia. Provides resources, including monthly media guides, to help families make smart choices about their children’s media use.

  • KidSource Online. Information for parents on child health, education, and more.

  • Media Awareness for Parents. Sometimes, the sheer volume of media and pop culture influences in our kids' lives can seem overwhelming. Get pro-active! Use the resources in this section to learn how to talk to your kids about media, gain control of the home entertainment playground, and speak out as a consumer.

  • NetSmartz Workshop. An interactive, educational safety resource that teaches kids and teens how to stay safer on the Internet.

  • National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities. “The national information and referral center that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals.”

  • Parenting Hi-Tech Kids. A wonderful PowerPoint presentation on computer use-parent education!

  • ReadyWeb. An electronic collection of resources on school readiness sponsored by the ERIC Clearinghouse on Elementary and Early Childhood Education.

  • SafeKids.com. Here you'll find links, tips, advice, and suggestions to make your family's online experience fun and productive
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