The US Department of Education has developed a number of publications featuring the latest research and most effective practices in subjects such as reading, math and homework. These publications are offered on-line and free of charge at their website. The research-based, yet easy-to-understand information in these publications can help families make good decisions about children's learning.

Also remember that your child's teachers are willing to partner with you in helping students develop the academic skills they need to be successful. You can call your child’s school directly or find contact information for your child’s teacher on our website at http://www.davenportschools.org/directories/district.asp.

Here are links you might find helpful:

• Davenport Public Library Online Homework Help
• www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/reader/index.html - Helping Your Child Become a Reader
• www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/homework/index.html - Helping Your Child with Homework
• www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/succeed/index.html - Helping Your Child Succeed in School
• www.ed.gov/parents/academic/help/questions/index.html - Questions Parents Ask About Schools
• www.pta.org – The largest volunteer childhood advocacy organization in the US, with many resources for parents