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Resources for information about New York City schools.

Flash cards with cool graphics for elementary through middle school kids for TEFL and ESL teachers.

Listing of educational resources in the Bronx.

Free or low cost children's health insurance from New York State.

A collection of scanned full text antique children's books from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Titles include the Peter Rabbit books, Grampa in Oz, Pinnochio and dozens of others. Many are translated into various languages including Spanish, French, Dutch, Polish, Finnish, Swedish, German, Greek, Maori and other languages.

Information for Spanish-speaking parents and educators of English language learners. Site is in Spanish and English.

Through its 85 branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island, The New York Public Library demonstrates its commitment to persons with disabilities, housing extensive collections and providing recreational, cultural and service-oriented programs for these patrons' participation, use and interest.

A collection of links from the State University of New York at Buffalo.

Advocates for the educational success of children with disabilities and children who are gifted and talented, and supports the professionals who serve them.

Curriculum resources, homework helpers, and more from the Discovery Channel.

This section of disabilityresorurces.org describes some neat sites for, by and about kids with disabilities and chronic illnesses.

View the video of Kathy Hirsch-Pasek's presentation at The New York Public Library on March 11, 2006. She discusseshow our children really learn and why they need to play more and memorize less.

A global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families, and for those that provide them services and support.

Arts and crafts, entertainment news, and parenting advice round out this comprehensive site.

Information about foster parenting and about the process of becoming a foster parent.

A full listing of events for children, like plays, concerts, puppet shows, museum events and more. There are listings in all five boroughs of New York City (and other cities as well).

Lots of New York City activities for children.

The Grow Network transforms assessment results into instructional tools for teachers, principals, and parents.

A literacy initiative to connect boys with books they will read. Presented by Jon Sciezska, author of the Time Warp trio series, The Stinky Cheese Man, Math Curse and more.

Selected material available online.

Technologys impact on the growth and development of young children featuring David Elkind. A video program for adults, especially parents, educators, childcare providers and grandparents.

Independent guide to NYC public schools from Advocates for Children.

This site explains common learning disabilities to children.

An interactive guide to learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and children in English and Spanish.

Identifies causes and promotes prevention of learning disabilities and seeks to enhance the quality of life for all individuals with learning disabilities and their families. Fosters research and advocates for the rights of individuals with learning disabilities under the law. Has online resources that include publications to download and links to state and government agencies.

A "teacher's eye view" of the online collections at the Library of Congress.

"Find the lyrics to your favorite kids' songs."

NCMEC provides assistance to parents and the community in recovering missing children and raises public awareness about ways to help prevent child exploitation.

Information about federally funded programs as well as policy documents is available from this official government site.

Acts as a central source of information on disabilities in infants, toddlers, and children on Public Law 101-476, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) on Public Law 107-110, Elementary and Secondary Education Act, No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities) and on research-based information on effective educational practices. Makes referrals to state and national disability information sources.

Find braille and talking book libraries nationwide, apply fo service and check the catalog.

Programs for children with blindness and visual impairments, as well as those with emotional, learning, or developmental disabilities.

OMRDD's mission is to coordinate and provide services for people with developmental disabilities and their families and to conduct research into the causes and prevention of developmental disabilities.

Connections for students, teachers and parents. Lesson plans provided for American History, Global History,Civics, Language Arts, Math and Economics, Science and Health, Fine Arts, Social Studies, Geography and Technology.

An anthology of works for children, from 1800 to 1872.

Information about teacher certification, the "No Child Left Behind" Act, State Learning Standards, curriculum resources, assessment information, etc.

A standards-based, educational website that offers resources to enhance teaching and learning. All educational resources are aligned to the New York State Learning Standards at the performance indicator level.

The mission of Parent to Parent of New York State is to connect and support families of individuals with special needs.

Resources for identifying and assisting children with learning disabilities from schwablearning.org.

The Parents League is a non-profit organization of parents and independent schools offering all families with children, toddlers through teens, current information on education, entertainment, and enrichment opportunities.

Website of these publications: Big Apple Parent, Queens Parent, Westchester Parent, and Brooklyn Parent.

Reading aloud to your child is a priceless family ritual that can offer solace, strength, and joy as well as bring balance to your family's hectic life. A child is never too young for a shared story.

Learn how children become readers and writers.