They may wish to reinforce some of these activities at home. Teachers or care givers need to know what children are doing at home so that program activities can take advantage of these learning opportunities. Children are learning all the time, especially when they are home. But families often need guidance on how they can take advantage of these opportunities. Programs that value family involvement should provide ideas on how families support their children's learning at home.
Family members have many skills that programs can use.
Family involvement includes ways that programs support families, both at the center, and in the community. Some programs can even help parents find services in the community that they need. Family members have good ideas and programs need to hear them. How much you choose to be involved with your children's program is up to you. The questions listed above can guide you as you look for a program for your child.