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Parent Guides for Ages 3-5

 
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Parent Guide to Preschool

What is your little one learning in preschool? Take a look!

The Parent Guide to Kindergarten

Learn what happens in your child's kindergarten classroom and how you can extend the learning at home.

A Parent Guide to Reading for Ages 3-5 Keep your kids reading with our guide to great book lists, book-related articles, and activities for children aged 3-5.
The Guide to Ages 3-5 We've got your guide to books and resources that support the development of your 3- to 5-year-old.

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Guides to ReadingSee all

Happy Birthday Clifford
Parent Guide to Clifford
Join Clifford, the Big Red Dog, for games, activities, and fun!
Support Reluctant Readers
We've got tips, activities, and advice that will encourage your reluctant reader to start turning the pages.
Reading Printables for All Ages
From preschool to middle school, encourage your child to embrace reading with these enjoyable activities.
Raise A Reader: A Parent Guide to Reading for Ages 3-5
by Zoë Kashner
Keep your kids reading with our guide to great book lists, book-related articles, and activities for children aged 3-5.

Guides to SchoolSee all

School Involvement
Research shows when parents are active, schools improve. Show your child his school life is important by making it part of your life as well.
Count Down to Kindergarten
In just a few months your baby will be off to school! Ensure a seamless transition with our parent-tested resources.
Preparing for Preschool
Whether your child attends school a few hours a week or several hours a day, there's much to do. Help make this transition as easy as A, B, C!
Parent Primers
Check out our parent primers, and get a referesher on the topics your child is studying in school.

Guides to Life & LearningSee all

Making $ense of the Economy
Inspire life-long financial responsibility by teaching your child about how money works.
Green Living: A Family Guide to Going Green
There are hundreds of fun ways your kids can work together to protect the planet! Try these activities and books to help your family act green!
Parent Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle
Try these recipes and suggestions for raising a healthy family.
The Guide to Ages 3-5
by Michelle Anthony, PhD
Take a peek at some of the major achievements of this age, and get a more in-depth view of the many things that children this age are learning!

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Grandparent Guide to Modern Parenting
These resources will help grandparents get up-to-speed on some of the biggest changes in parenting since they raised their own kids.
Birthday Party Time!
Getting ready for your child's big day? Unwrap a world of creative ideas and practical tips with our guides to help you plan, execute, and enjoy a birthday bash.

Guides to SeasonsSee all

Happy Halloween!
Try these tools and tips for a sweet, safe, and not too-scary Halloween.
Parent Guide to Winter
Find indoor and outdoor activities, book lists, printables and more to keep your kids learning all winter long.
Fall Fun Guide
Celebrate the most colorful of seasons with our top books picks, activity suggestions, and abundant recipes!
Fun-in-the-Sun Activities
Take learning on the road or makes discoveries right in your backyard. These ideas will help your child explore, learn, and play all summer long.

Guides to PrintablesSee all

Writing Printables for All Ages
Kids can practice their letters, get going with grammar, and study spelling with these free printable activities.
Free Printables for All Ages
Explore free printables for all ages that cover subjects like reading, writing, math and science.
Science Printables for All Ages
Increase your child's interest in investigating, exploring, and experimenting with these free printable activities.
Math Printables for All Ages
From counting to graphing to multiplication, these activities will foster and improve basic math skills.

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