Group support for parents with low literacy levels in reading to their children
Evidence Based
Motheread/Fatheread offers adult literacy classes to parents of young children, with an emphasis on the importance of reading regularly as a family.
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Program participants include parents and expectant parents, English language learners, aspiring citizens, basic skill students, those with developmental disabilities, families at risk for domestic violence, incarcerated men and women, and childcare teachers.
Opportunities for early childhood teachers, paraprofessionals, and program directors
Pregnant moms and expectant families
Motheread/Fatheread uses a 29-lesson curriculum to teach literacy skills to adults. The program addresses a variety of teaching approaches and learning styles, combining individual assignments with small group work, lectures, and discussion.
A focus on language and literacy development
Education and support for the whole family
Community-based workshops and classes
This program is designed to teach literacy skills to adults with an emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The lessons help parents understand the importance of reading regularly to their children.
Parenting
Parents as TeachersHome visitation and group support for families, before birth and through age five.
Parenting
HIPPYHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is a home visiting program that supports parents in their role as a child's first and most important teacher.
Parenting
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)One of the world's most-trusted parenting programs, Triple P is used in 30 countries around the world.
Parenting
ParentChild+Home visitation for families with 2- and 3-year olds to promote early literacy skills
Parenting
Strengthening Families14-session group support program to promote strong and resilient families.
Parenting
Incredible Years12-week group support for parents for their child’s social and emotional development and behavior
Parenting
Library Based and Other Learning ProgramsLibrary staff visit child care and preschool classrooms providing books, storytelling, and staff training.
Parenting
Supporting Care Providers Through VisitsSite visits for home child care providers to encourage developmentally appropriate practices.
Parenting
Family CaféParent discussion groups that support one another and recognize each other as leaders.
Translation services are available.