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New Resource! Parent Pages

Minnesota Parent Center publishes a quarterly newsletter for parents, called “Parent Pages.”
The following materials are free for Minnesota parents. To order, call or email mnpirc@pacer.org.

MPC Bookmarks

MPC bookmark
Free bookmarks for Minnesota Families! Available in packs of 100.

Choosing A School For Your Child

This booklet offers step-by-step advice to parents on how to choose among the schools available to their children. It also identifies important factors parents may want to consider before making a decision. Download herepdf icon or order your copy from MN PIRC.

New “K is for Kindergarten” Booklet

New! This booklet offers skill builders to help you prepare your child for kindergarten. In addition to fun activities, you’ll find specific information on state guidelines and tips in choosing a school. 2009. One free copy for Minnesota families. - $5;


10+ copies, $4 ea.
Pub Code: MPC-21

K is for Kindergarden book cover

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Let's Talk Activity Cards

Let's Talk is an easy and fun way to interact and help your child be ready for reading. These cards will help build your child's vocabulary and speaking skills-the first steps in learning to read. No special supplies are needed, just you and your child. 2010. One free set for Minnesota families. -$4


10+ copies, $2.50 each | 100+ copies, $2 each
Pub Code: MPC-71

Let's talk activity cards

Let's Count Activity Cards

New! “Let’s Count!” is a fun and easy way to help your child be ready for math. These cards will help build your child’s understanding of math concepts—the first steps in building math skills. No special supplies are needed, just you and your child. 2010. One free set for Minnesota families. - $4


10+ copies, $2.50 each | 100+ copies, $2 each
Pub Code: MPC-72

Let's count activity cards

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Handouts pdf icon

English

A Challenging High School Education for All MPC-65
A Parents Guide to School Testing: What You Need to Know MPC-62
A Parents Vision and High Expectations are Powerful MPC-74
Communication with Schools Can Help Hmong Parents Cope with Discipline Issues MPC-31
Disciplining Young Children MPC-30
Family Friendly Staff MPC-18s
Family Teacher Partnership MPC-45
Help your child meet academic standards MPC-68
How to choose the best public option for your child MPC-70
How to Have A Better Relationship With Your Teen MPC-46
Minnesota’s Standardized Text–MCA-II MPC-69
Parent Keys to Success In the Parent- School Partnership PHP-c96
Parents From Varied Cultures Can Communicate with Schools MPC-19
Parents Play Vital Role in Teenagers’ Education:Try These Ideas to Help Your Teen MPC-73
Preparing for parent-teach conferences MPC-67
Trouble at School MPC-16
Want to Help Your Child Succeed in School? MPC- 60
What Services May be Offered to Students in Title 1 Schools? MPC-61
You and Your Elementary School-aged Child MPC-63
You and Your Middle School-aged Child MPC-64

Hmoob/Hmong

A Challenging High School Education for All - Hmong Version MPC-65h
A Parents Guide to School Testing: What You Need to Know - Hmong Version MPC-62h
Parents From Varied Cultures Can Communicate with Schools - Hmong Version MPC-19h
Want to Help Your Child Succeed in School? - Hmong Version MPC-60h
What Services May be Offered to Students in Title 1 Schools? - Hmong Version MPC-61h
You and Your Elementary School-aged Child - Hmong Version MPC-63h
You and Your Middle School-aged Child - Hmong Version MPC-64h

Espaņol/Spanish

A Parents Guide to School Testing: What You Need to Know - Spanish Version MPC-62s
Want to Help Your Child Succeed in School? - Spanish Version MPC-60s
What Services May be Offered to Students in Title 1 Schools? - Spanish Version MPC-61s

Soomaaliga/Somali

A Parents Guide to School Testing: What You Need to Know - Somali Version MPC-62So
Want to Help Your Child Succeed in School? - Somali Version MPC-60So
What Services May be Offered to Students in Title 1 Schools? - Somali Version MPC-61So
This publication was produced in whole or in part with funds from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, Parental Information and Resource Center program, under Grant #84.310A. The content herein does not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Education, any other agency of the U.S. government, or any other source.

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Translated content: Hmoob/Hmong | Espaņol/Spanish | Soomaaliga/Somali

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