Parent & Provider Resources  

Web-based resources (This Section is Still Under Development)

Child Care

   www.actforchildren.org

   The Illinois Action for Children is a great resource for parents who are looking for comprehensive descriptions of    various childcare options.  They have a nice list of childcare quality indicators.  Consultants from Action for Children    can provide referrals for licensed home daycare providers in your area.  

   www.inccrra.org

   Nice descriptions of childcare options available to families in Illinois with a comprehensive discussion of    considerations when selecting childcare.  See also the Daily Parent Newsletter.

   www.rightchoiceforkids.com

   A new website from NAEYCE. Much of the site is dedicated to promoting understanding of NAEYCE accredition for    daycare centers but there are also wonderful parent resources that are relevant regardless of whether you are using    center, home, or nanny-based care.  

Child Development & Learning

    www.zerotothree.org

    Parent Resources include printable up-to-date and comprehensive materials on the infant and toddler years     including: parenting, child development and learning, and activities for supporting development and learning

    www.illinoisearlylearning.org

    See their Tip Sheets pages for great information on all aspects of child development and learning

    www.walearning.com

    See Parent Resources for activity suggestions that support early literacy

    www.inccrra.org

    Click on Parents & Public and then go to The Daily Parent Newsletter

Children's Activities in Chicago

     www.chicagokids.com

     This is a great site for parents looking for local family oriented activities and resources

THIS PAGE IS UNDER DEVELOPMENT.