Seven 60 second spots present real life situations to illustrate topics on child development and parenting. Visit the Talaris Research Institute website .

Parenting Resources markets books, materials, media, curriculum and resources for parents and children targeting topics like "Learning at Home," and "Family Building."

Partnership for a Nation of Learners is a collaboration among libraries, museums, and public broadcasting. The website includes tips for successful collaborations as well as descriptions of community initiatives.

This PBS Ready to Learn website has good information and resources for engaging children.

Pierce County Library and Tacoma Children's Museum are partnering to deliver coordinated family programs at the library featuring an interactive exhibit titled Emotions Matter.

Frost, Joe, Sue Wortham, and Stuart Reifel. NJ:Pearson Education, Inc., 2005.

Johnson, James, James Christie and Francis Wardle. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc., 2005.

38 minute DVD features child development experts who share insights into the importance of play. Kohl's Children's Museum, Wilmette, IL.

The Program for Infant/Toddler Care contains curriculum, resources, training opportunities and general information on effective childcare. This is a joint venture between the California Department of Education, Child Development Division and WestEd Lab.