Describes a parent reading-writing class in which parents from diverse cultures came together to write, read, and revise something special they would be writing to their children. Notes that the experience continues its effect as families explore new avenues for writing among family members. (SR)

Discusses ERIC resources that examine the values of reading aloud to children, that outline ways to involve parents in reading to their children, and that suggest specific materials to read aloud. (ET)

Reviews a search of the professional literature concerning parent involvement in reading instruction. Explains the four most frequently mentioned suggestions for parent participation. (FL)

Describes research that examines the specific behaviors of mothers sharing books with their infants in order to ascertain the associations that exist between specific maternal reading behaviors and infants' intellectual development. (FL)

Describes a Missouri-based program, Parents as Teachers (PAT), in which professionals work with parents to develop literacy activities in the home. Discusses a new adaptation of the original PAT program, its observed effects, and implications for schools. (MG)

Describes a program adopted by five native Indian bands in British Columbia in which parents promote their children's early language and reading skills in the home. (FL)

Encourages teachers to share appropriate information about books and reading with parents in order to influence storybook reading in their students' homes. (MG)