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Parent and Student Resources
At the Accelerated Language Programs Department, we know the importance of a parent's role in their child's development. Here are some useful links and programs we recommend for your child.
Leading to Reading
This fun and interactive site promotes reading in Spanish and in English from toddlers to kindergardeners. The website also has great activities and a page just for you, the parent.
http://www.rif.org/leadingtoreading/en/
Kids off the Couch
Want your kids to see the bigger picture? Then this website is just for you. Sign up for their free weekly e-mail that will give you clever ideas that promote appreciation towards film, culture and family time.
http://www.kidsoffthecouch.com/
Sesame Street
An old school favorite, Sesame Street online offers games, videos and musical favorites that will educate and entertain your child.
http://www.sesamestreet.org/home
U.S. Department of Education
A bilingual website with educational resources for adults and your college bound student. http://www2.ed.gov/espanol/bienvenidos/es/index.html
Reading Rockets
This website is created not only for parents, but also for educators as well. The website is directed to teaching kids how to read and helping out those who struggle.
http://www.readingrockets.org/audience/parents
George Memorial Library
Our local library has bilingual books for adults and children. If your child needs help with homework, check out their link on the "Homework Tutoring" tab for live homework help from expert tutors and other helpful links.
http://www.fortbend.lib.tx.us/
Colorin Colorado
This bilingual website is developed for families and educators of English language learners. This resource has recommended books, writing contests for your student, newsletters and more. Click on the "For Families" tab to view their Reading Tip Sheets available in 11 different languages.
http://www.colorincolorado.org/index.php?langswitch=en
Educational Entertainment
Entertaining your child in an educational way shouldn't be hard. Here are some fun and even free entertainment options that will be fun and educating for you and your family.
Houston Museum of Natural Science
With satellite locations in Sugar Land and at Brazos Bend State Park, take your family out to explore the wonders of the world and at the same time ignite your child's imagination!
http://www.hmns.org/index.php
Houston Zoo
With the new opening of their African Forest and new baby animals, take your kids to see the world's animals for some family fun. Plus, admission is free on the first Tuesday of every month after 2 p.m. Visit their website for more details and information.
http://www.houstonzoo.org/
Miller Outdoor Theatre
The Miller Outdoor Theatre has cultural and artistic programs for the entire family free of cost. Enjoy the outdoors and the excellent productions that are put on by some of the best theatre companies in the business. Check out their events calendar for weekday and weekend activies.
http://www.milleroutdoortheatre.com/
Discovery Green Park
This wonderful park has story time, concerts, and even exercise sessions planned out for families. Sign up for their weekly e-blast for news and activities.
http://www.discoverygreen.com/