Strategies for Engaging Fathers in Children's Learning The Departments of Health and Human Servies and Education have been working together to provide to provide ideas, strategies, and tools for teachers, school principals, child care providers, and others to successfully involve fathers in children's learning, including readiness to learn at school, at home, and in the community. Discussion guide, list of panel members, and background information. Fathers' Involvement in Children's Learning . There is overwhelming evidence that a parent's involvement in a child's education makes a very positive difference.
New research shows that the involvement of both mother and father is important.
Fathers' Involvement Tool Kit , this CD-ROM contains publications, information, video clip, and tips. Also available on the Department of Education's ED Pubs On-Line Ordering System . This report focuses on involving non-resident fathers in their children's learning. Additional efforts may be needed to help fathers who do not live with their children to realize that their contributions do matter and to engage them in their children's lives. This publication provides ideas, tips, examples, and resources for getting non-resident fathers involved in their children's learning, and readiness to learn at school, at home, and in the community.