Why Parenting is so hard?
An article that points out why parenting may feel difficult and how to parent and feel good about the job you are doing with your kids.
Source: centerforparentingeducation.org
What is Bullying
This article will provide a greater understanding of each actor in the drama and what you can do to help your children.
Source: centerforparentingeducation.org
What is Autism
This website give helpful information on Autism for parents.
Source: nimh.nih.gov
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd/index.shtml
What is ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development. This website gives helpful information
Source: nimh.nih.gov
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/index.shtml
ASD and Visual Supports
The Visual Supports and Autism Spectrum Disorder tool kit provides a step-by-step, easy-to-understand introduction to visual supports and the ways that parents and other caregivers can begin using them.
Source: autismspeaks.org
www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/resource-library/visual-tools
Violence Prevention Works
Resources for parents to understand the impact of bullying and how to respond to it.
Source: violencepreventionworks.org
http://www.violencepreventionworks.org/public/bullying_tips_for_parents.page
Utah Afterschool Network
The Utah Afterschool Network (UAN) is a non-profit organization established in 2005 by a consortium of over 100 afterschool practitioners, youth advocates, and leaders of state agencies. We work to connect key decision makers and resources to establish statewide structures that foster policies committed to funding and sustaining quality afterschool/out-of-school time programming.
Source: utahafterschool.org
Bullying Issues
Resources for parents to help their kids if they are the bullied, the bully, or someone witnessing bulling. Dispells myths and offers helpful techniques for preventing bullying
Source: centerforparentingeducation.org
Department of Education
The Helping Your Child publication series aims to provide parents with the tools and information necessary to help their children succeed in school and life. These booklets feature practical lessons and activities to help their school aged and preschool children master reading, understand the value of homework and develop the skills and values necessary to achieve and grow.
Source: ed.gov