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Parenting

Positive parent-child relationships set the stage for children's success in school and in life. Therefore, parents are our most important partners for supporting the development and well-being of young children. Use the resources on this page to increase your knowledge about parenting programs that are most likely to be effective with families of young children in the settings where you work. Find tips and strategies for how to implement these programs well.

Exploration Stage

Find out about the exploration stage of implementing a parenting curricula. It’s a time to collect information about the strengths, interests, and needs of parents and families in your community.

Installation Stage

Learn about the installation stage of implementing a parenting curricula. Examine how to identify and gather the resources needed to deliver a parenting curriculum successfully and with fidelity. 

Initial Implementation Stage

Explore the initial implementation stage of putting a parenting curricula in place. Discover how to identify and test key processes, supports, and data collection and use.

Full Implementation Stage

Learn about the full implementation of implementing a parenting curricula. At this stage, the parenting curriculum is institutionalized and integrated into regular practice. 

Infographic: The Hexagon Tool

Use the five-point rating scale in this tool—with a high of “5” and a low of “1”—to evaluate evidence-based programs and practices.

Effective Strengths-Based Parent Education

Supporting parent strengths and capacities is a fundamental element of the home-based option. A primary goal is to strengthen the parent–child relationship.

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