The Kansas Parent Information Resource Center (KPIRC) provides parents with information and resources to understand parent involvement and parent rights and options under the No Child Left Behind legislation. KPIRC also provides parents with information and resources to successfully support their children’s learning from birth through high school.
Ask for Kids
Ask for Kids is a fast, easy and kid-friendly way for kids to find answers to their questions online. Designed to be a fun destination site focused on learning and "edutainment," Ask for Kids uses natural-language technology that allows kids to ask questions, such as "Why is the sky blue?" or "What's it like to live in space?" in the same way they would ask a parent, friend or teacher. Filed under Parents and tagged with homework research on October 17, 2008 # |
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Parent Further
ParentFurther is here to help you raise caring, healthy, responsible, successful kids. Our easy-to-use, comprehensive resource seeks to build a unique community that provides access to support and practical, everyday steps to help you with a wide range of parenting issues. Behind our advice and approach are research-based information and tools that have been put to the test in the real world. The cornerstone of our approach is Search Institute’s Developmental Assets: 40 common sense, positive qualities and experiences that help influence the choices kids make. Filed under Parents and tagged with tips on October 17, 2008 # |
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Tips for Helping Students Recovering From Traumatic Events
The devastation accompanying the recent hurricanes along the Gulf Coast has underscored the crucial role of recovery planning in schools and communities affected by natural disasters. This brochure, which is based on discussions with some three dozen experts who work with students, provides practical information for parents and students who are coping with the aftermath of a natural disaster, as well as teachers, coaches, school administrators and others who are helping those affected. Although the focus is on natural disasters, these tips may apply to other traumas students may experience.or order online at: www.edpubs.org. This publication is also available at the U.S. Department of Education’s Web site at http://www.ed.gov/parent/academic/help/recovering/ On request, this publication is available in alternate formats (Braille, large print, or computer diskette). For more information, call the Alternate Format Center at 202-260-0852 or 202-260-0818. Filed under Parents and tagged with homework on October 17, 2008 # |
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How to Help: Provide Guidance -- Helping Your Child With Homework
On the U.S. Department of Education site, the plum-and-brown graphics may be a turnoff, but the homework advice scores. Among its tips: When children haven't done their best work, point it out — but be constructive. "Instead of telling a sixth-grader, 'You aren't going to hand in that mess, are you?' say, 'The teacher will understand your ideas better if you use your best handwriting.' " Filed under Parents and tagged with homework on October 17, 2008 # |
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Homework Spot
HomeworkSpot.com is a free homework information portal that features the very best K-12 homework-related sites together with engaging editorial in one high-utility, educational spot. Filed under Parents and tagged with homework research on October 17, 2008 # |
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Kids Click!
Thorough homework-help search engine developed and maintained by librarians; allows advanced searches by reading level. No Internet filter, so users must be careful. Filed under Parents and tagged with homework research on October 17, 2008 # |
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Kid Info School Subjects
Links to varied topics, including science, foreign languages and music links. Filed under Parents and tagged with tips on October 17, 2008 # |
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Fact Monster
Sponsored by Information Please Almanac. Strong reference desk with atlas, almanac, dictionary and encyclopedia links. Also features world news, quizzes, games and homework help. Filed under Parents and tagged with research on October 17, 2008 # |
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Answers.com
Formerly a subscription service, this answer-based search engine is now free. Gives info and answers, not just links, to terms and topics — which not only saves time but lessens the risk of linking to inappropriate Web sites. With a citation tool at the bottom of each page, it's easy to create bibliography citations of online sources. Filed under Parents and tagged with research on October 17, 2008 # |
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Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning, LLC produces K-12 educational material that is published online. We have 25,000 pages on our website covering a wide range of topics. We produce new pages almost every day. |
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