Parents play an important part in the educational process. They should talk to their children about the importance of the new standards. Parents who don't think that their child is working at grade level are encouraged to get involved early by talking to their child's teacher. Reading materials at home other than those assigned as schoolwork is one of the more important things children can do. Parents need to be role models by reading to their children and by providing reading materials at home.
Parents also can set good examples by showing their children that they enjoy reading.
Parents also can help by encouraging their children and by volunteering at schools as tutors and mentors.