- http://www2.ed.gov/parents/read/resources/edpicks.jhtml Fun activities parents can use to build children's language skills. Includes a reading checklist, typical language accomplishments for different age groups, book suggestions, and resources for children with reading problems or learning disabilities.
- http://www.readingrockets.org/helping/advocate Rick Lavoie has worked with kids with reading problems for more than 30 years. His advice to parents is to toughen up and recognize that your child needs your support.
- http://www.studyisland.com A leading academic software provider of standards-based assessment, instruction, and test preparation e-learning programs.
- http://www.readwritethink.org/parent-afterschool-resources/grade/5-6/ Fifth and sixth graders are making the exciting move to middle school. The materials here can help you make the most of their time outside of school.