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WorkingMom.com

A printable form that reminds you to share important information with your babysitter from workingmom.com

BabyCenter.com
From bedtime battles to getting past "No", information on toddler behavior from babycenter.com

FamilyFun.go.com
Information includes Tear-Free Tub Time, Essential Childproofing Tools, Weekend Getaway Packing & Travel First Aid Kit.

Safe & Healthy Child Care
(PDF)
A parents guide to choosing safe and healthy child care from the National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Childcare.

ChildCareAware.org
A childcare evaluation checklist from the National Childcare Aware Organization.

ALA/ALSC Websites for Parents & Caregivers
Recommended web sites for parents, caregivers, home schooling families, and more.

American Red Cross: Be Prepared - American Red Cross Preparedness Information

American Red Cross family preparedness helps families develop a plan and prepare for emergencies to keep their families and homes safer.

Child Care Resources Inc.: For Parents & Families
CCRI helps families find child care that meets their family’s needs with “Steps to Choosing a Quality Program” and “Quality Checklists.”

FamilyTLC.net
Family TLC.net provides tools to enhance the parent/child relationship by offering age-appropriate ideas and activities for babies through teens to help families plan time together.

Child Care Resources Inc.: Publications
Search this page for publications such as "Quality Counts: Choosing a Quality Early Care & Education Program" and "Tip Sheets" on subjects such as "Developing Family Rules and Routines That Work" and encouraging your child to love reading.

Tufts University Child & Family Web Guide

Tufts University Child & Family Web Guide evaluates, describes, and provides quality informational links about child development research and practical advice for families and educators about infants, children, and teens. Web sites are rated and can be searched by category or age of child.