Here's a list of recommended websites with valuable information for parents with kids of all ages. AskColorado and Learning Express are linked from the Parents & Teachers main page (just click on the icons) and don't forget the databases on our Research page.
75 Books to Read Before Age 5
Our librarians have put together a list of 75 books to read before your child is 5 in honor of our 75th birthday.
BabyCenter.com
Resources for the early stages of the parenting journey, from pregnancy through baby, toddler, preschool, and "big kid."
TheBestChildrensBooks.org
A team of teachers who love children's books created this site of the best children's books to help you quickly and easily find the ideal book for any topic and reading level.
Care.com
This site allows parents to search for care and service providers (child care, senior care, pet sitters, and housekeepers) in their area.
Colorado School Safety Research Center
The Colorado School Safety Resource Center (CSSRC) assists educators, emergency responders, community organizations, school mental health professionals, parents and students to create safe, positive and successful school environments for Colorado students in all pre K-12 and higher education schools.
Focus on Youth and Children
From the Colorado Department of Education
Helping Your Teen with Homework
This page from the KidsHealth website (also linked below) contains tips and encouragement for parents helping their middle and high school students with homework.
iVillage: Pregnancy and Parenting
Resources and online community interaction for moms ranging from pregnancy through elementary school.
KidsFirst
KidsFirst is dedicated to helping parents with difficult life circumstances before problems become overwhelming and a child is hurt.
KidsHealth
Resources for parents, kids, and teens on health, behavior, and development from pregnancy through the teen years.
National Organization of Single Mothers
Resources and online community interaction for single mothers, whether by chance or by choice.
Natural Family Online
Informational articles, blogs, and news about natural health and lifestyle topics for families.
Our Kids: Devoted to Raising Special Kids with Special Needs
Information and support for parents raising special kids with special needs.
Parenting Resources
From USA.gov
Parenting News
From Jefferson County Libraries
Quiz Hub
Who says learning can't be fun? Quiz Hub has links to help with student research as well as logic puzzles and quiz games on a variety of school subjects.
Reading Tips for Parents
From the Colorado Department of Education
SingleRose.com
This resource is designed especially for single mothers
Social Services in Garfield County
This list contains contact information for various agencies helping people in Garfield County with health, education, legal issues, and more.
TumbleBooks and TumbleReadables
TumbleBooks and TumbleReadables provide an online collection of animated, talking picture books with unlimited remote access from the library and home. The collection includes animated books, educational games, Spanish and French books, plus the ability to navigate the entire site in other languages such as Spanish. TumbleBooks is designed for pre-readers, while TumbleReadables is great for young readers who want to follow along with the words.
Zero to Three
From the National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families
