Includes bibliographical references (p. 396-423) and index.
Contents:
1. Family involvement and the beginning educator -- 2. Theories and models for family involvement in schools -- 3. Family support strategies and standards promoting collaborative practices -- 4. Parenting today's children -- 5. Structurally diverse families -- 6. Culturally diverse families -- 7. Students of families in transition -- 8. Families overcoming obstacles -- 9. Families in abusive situations -- 10. Teacher as classroom family involvement practitioner -- 11. Teacher as family communication facilitator -- 12. Working with families of children with special needs -- 13. Teacher as a family resource and advocate -- 14. Preparing for family events -- 15. Schoolwide family involvement activities -- App. A. NAEYC code of ethical conduct -- App. B. State agencies for reporting child abuse and neglect -- App. C. Family involvement program mandates -- App. D. Legislation impacting families and children.
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