Welcome to the Caregivers Resource Hub! Created by the Iowa Reading Research Center, these resources will help you stay informed and support your child’s education.
Blog Posts
Explore the blog posts below to learn more about literacy topics relevant to caregivers.
Printable Resources
Explore activities and printable materials for easy, at-home literacy development.
Supporting Early Literacy Through Everyday Interactions With Dr. Ece Demir-Lira
Dr. Ece Demir-Lira shares how caregivers can support their children's early literacy development.
How Teachers, Parents, and Friends Can Support Student Reading Motivation
Researcher Daisy Pelletier discusses her work on student reading motivation and its implications for parents and teachers.
10 Activities to Spark Early Literacy
The activities in this booklet are designed to help you support your child’s early reading development in simple, engaging ways.
How Do Educators Assess Student Literacy?
This flowchart provides caregivers an overview of the different types of assessments that educators use in order to deepen their understanding of students’ strengths and areas for growth.
Reading Assessments and Their Purposes
Throughout the school year, your child’s teacher uses assessments to gain a deeper understanding of how to best support your child’s literacy development.
Leveraging Your Library's Literacy Resources
This post outlines library resources and explains how to help readers develop a positive relationship with books.
Caregiver Data Discussion Tool
This tool is designed to support caregivers by providing key questions to ask during meetings with teachers about their child's literacy development.
Caregiver Support Checklist
This checklist outlines the steps family members can take when they have concerns regarding their child’s reading performance.
Caregiver Support Request
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