The World Wide Web provides information on numerous topics of interest to both professionals and parents. The alphabetized list below is just a sample of web sites related to the growth and development of young children:

American Academy of Pediatrics (www.aap.org)

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and its member physicians, are committed to attaining optimal physical, mental and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents and young adults. This site offers child health information to both parents and professionals. The homepage offers the sections What's New? and Current News from the AAP with links to the latest articles on children's health and safety. There is also information on programs in different communities under Community Pediatrics. Publications offers a list of health-related resources for both professional and parent education. There are also links to parenting books, new titles, and AAP guidelines. You and Your Family has links to relevant information to parents from books and tv shows, to immunization information, to policy updates and safety regulations. Other links on the website include Advocacy with general information on campaigns, legislation, policies, and safety updates; Research has current updates on child health research; and About the AAP describes the history, mission, and description of the AAP. Sections including Membership, For Members Only, and Professional Education provide information to AAP members.

American Association for Home-Based Early Interventionists (www.aahbei.org)
The American Association for Home-Based Early Interventionists (AAHBEI, pronounced AH-BEE) serves parents and those working in the field of early home intervention with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with special needs. This organization places a special, though not exclusive, emphasis on the home as a beneficial environment for early intervention. AAHBEI focuses on children with sensory impairments as well as on all young children with special needs. At this site Membership describes the benefits to professionals, parents, and individuals involved in early intervention including online topical chats, online bulletin boards, regional meetings, newsletters, and national satellite video conferences. Web Discussion invites visitors to log on to discussions of conferences, resources, and new home intervention initiatives. Related Links provides a source of information on young children with disabilities with an emphasis on children with sensory impairments.

BabyCenter (www.babycenter.com)
This site offers expert information and guidance for parents on caring for a baby. The main areas provide useful information on Preconception, Pregnancy, Baby (0-12), and Toddler. Each section provides information, articles, links, bulletin boards, and polls on the different topics. Topics A-Z provides information and links on a list of topics related to parents and babies. The Community page provides bulletin boards and discussion groups for people to connect with other parents and families. The site also includes Ask the Experts with an archive of questions, divided into different subjects, that are answered by a member of panel of experts. New questions will be answered via email. An online store sells items for babies and mothers and also provides reviews on safety, product recalls, and best selling items. Membership to the website will create My Baby Center with information, updates, and tips on your child's development, behavioral and social issues according to his age. There is also a section to monitor baby development week-by-week, including during pregnancy.

BabyOnline (www.babyonline.com)
This site is an information service for parents and childcare professionals alike, addressing pregnancy, prenatal/postnatal, baby and parenting issues. Library is an information bank with texts on frequently asked questions concerning the expectant mother and baby, the latest children's book reviews, details of videos for parents and children, and excerpts from best selling books on pregnancy, childbirth and parenting. Features brings articles on diverse aspects of pregnancy, childcare and parenting on a weekly basis with regular columnists such as Egleston Children's Hospital, one of the top children's hospitals in the US, and renowned midwife, Caroline Flint, and more. The Products section offers consumer advice and product information and Growler Dog keeps an eye on customer alerts and recalls that parents should be aware of. Directory identifies resources available in the London area and soon will include other areas.

Birth Works (www.birthworks.org)
This site, for both expectant parents and professionals, describes the purpose and goals of childbirth classes, the services Doulas provide, and the location of classes and Doulas by region in the US. About Birth Works provides general information on childbirth classes as well as Doula and postpartum services. Certifications outlines the process and requirements for both childbirth educators and Doulas. FAQ addresses issues of expectant parents and answers questions about Birth Works. Shop BW includes books, videos, tapes, and other selected resources on childbirth, doulas, and pregnancy. The store also has resources for childbirth educators and Birth Works merchandise available for purchase. Workshops provides a national directory of scheduled workshops for childbirth educators and Doulas. The Primal Health section provides a glossary and a data bank of relevant publications.

Bright Futures (www.brightfutures.org)
Bright Futures is a national initiative to promote and improve the health and well-being of infants, toddlers, adolescents, children, families, and communities through trust and partnership between health professionals and families. The Bright Futures project develops materials, tools, and resources for health professionals and families. The website offers guidelines for health supervisors, information on the goals and objectives of Bright Futures, training tools, and valuable resources. Bright Futures publications and materials can be ordered or downloaded from the site. The site also offers NCEMCH Resources through the MCH library; a link to The National Center for Education and in Maternal and Child Health; and information, materials, and publications available through the NCEMCH.

Child Care Bureau (www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/ccb/)
The Child Care Bureau (CCB) is dedicated to enhancing the quality, affordability, and availability of child care for all families. The Child Care Bureau was created in 1995 to provide a central focus for federal child-care programs. CCB is located within the Administration on Children, Youth and Families, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families. The website supports the needs of state, territorial and tribal administrators who manage Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) related programs and provides information on child-care related issues for parents, families, and child-care professionals. The site offers information under the main sections: General Information, Policy and Funding, Grantee Reporting, Research and Data, and Technical Assistance. There is also a section for Frequently Asked Questions and News and Events. The site provides information on the CCDF Grant, links to other Administration on Children and Families sites, links within the Department of Health and Human Services, and links to other related child care sites.

CLAS Early Childhood Research Institute (http://clas.uiuc.edu)

CLAS (Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services) Early Childhood Research Institute is designed to improve the services provided to young children with disabilities and their families. The CLAS website is designed for professionals working with children and families with disabilities. CLAS Materials holds a database of materials and resources that reflect the intersection of culture, language, disabilities, and child development. The materials are all reviewed for the website and provide suggestions in delivery of early childhood/ early intervention services to families and young children from diverse cultural and linguistic groups. CLAS Institute offers general information about CLAS and offers a list of publications and articles for professionals. CLAS Website offers links to other organizations and resources.

Council for Exceptional Children (www.cec.sped.org)
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professional association dedicated to improving the educational success for individuals with disabilities and the gifted. The web site offers resources for people working with and advocating for students with special needs. The site offers resources under sections such as: professional development training and events; membership; publications and products; CEC career connections; professional standards, recognition, and accreditation; marketing through CEC; public policy and advocacy; CEC discussion forum and more. Links to other networks and organizations relating to youth with disabilities are provided.

Department of Health and Human Services - Welfare Reform (www.acf.dhhs.gov/news/welfare/index.html)
An invaluable resource for the latest news on welfare reform. You can obtain essential documents regarding child support, child care funds to states, Medicaid resource, and the Welfare Reform Implementation Informational Package. Some of these documents are available in Spanish.

Every Child by Two: The Carter/Bumpers Campaign for Early Immunization (www.ecbt.org)
Every Child By Two (ECBT) is a campaign designed to raise awareness for the critical need for timely immunization and to establish a systematic method to ensure the immunization of all children in the US by the age of two. Rosalyn Carter and Betty Bumpers started the ECBT campaign in 1991 in response to a measles epidemic and have been advocates for reducing infant mortality through timely immunization. The website offers information for parents, professionals, and anyone interested in becoming involved in the campaign. The site provides background and general information about the campaign and immunization under the sections: The Issue, ECBT Background, Barriers and Solutions, and The Diseases. Information about the campaign, legislation, and events can be found under Take Action, On the Record, and Events. The site also offers Resources and Contacts with various national and state contacts and resources available, The Providers Page with resources for professionals, and CHIP Handbook with information about children's health insurance and community programs.

Family Village (www.familyvillage.wisc.edu)
Family Village, at the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison, is a global community of disability-related resources. Family Village integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and supports. The attractions at Family Village include the library, coffee shop, hospital, shopping mall, post office, house of worship, school, recreation & leisure, community center, bookstore, university and information center. Each location offers information and resources unique to that location. For example the Library is a source of information about disabilities. Both general information about disability topics and information about specific disabilities is available. The Coffee Shop is where resources are provided, both electronic and traditional, to help families connect with other families. The University provides links to 25 disability research programs. In addition to the special interest attractions families are invited to join in discussion and chat sessions, to keep abreast of new additions to the site and to use the search option on the site.

The Fatherhood Project (www.fatherhoodproject.org)
The Fatherhood Project is a national research and education program that is examining the future of fatherhood and developing ways to support men's involvement in childrearing. It was founded in 1981 at the Bank Street College of Education in NYC by Dr. James A. Levine, and relocated in 1989 to the Families and Work Institute. The web site offers information about the activities of project, publications produced by the project and links to other related web sites.

FatherNet (www.cyfc.umn.edu/Fathernet)
This web site includes information on the importance of fathers and fathering and how fathers can be good parents and parent educators. It includes research, policy and opinion documents to inform users about the factors that support and hinder men's involvement in the lives of children. And, FatherNet provides an Electronic Discussion Group to increase the number and diversity of voices discussing fatherhood and the importance of men's involvement in the lives of children, and hopefully to move our nation toward policies and action. The site offers 19 links to related web addresses.

Head Start Bureau Annotated Bibliography of Longitudinal Research on Infant and Toddler Interventions

This annotated bibliography is located on the Department of Human and Health Services website under the Administration for Children and Families. The bibliography, which is updated annually, is compiled under the Head Start Research Support contract and is funded by (CORE) Child Outcomes Research and Evaluation. The site has a searchable database with over 200 abstracts of research studies and literature reviews.

High/Scope Educational Research Foundation (www.highscope.org)
High/Scope works to improve the life chances of children and youth by promoting high quality educational programs. The website is designed for educators, professionals, and caregivers working and learning about the High/Scope approach. The main page has several sections offering information as well as Highlights, Headlines, and Featured Products. Educational Programs offers an overall description of the High/Scope approach and breaks down the information into age groups. Research provides links to summaries of different High/Scope research projects and comparisons to other approaches and models. Assessment shows different assessment tools to be used and breaks them down by age category. Training and Conferences lists workshops, programs, and institutes offered to adults in the High/Scope educational approach. There is also an Online Store with books, videos, assessment tools, children's books, and miscellaneous items.

The Home Visiting Center (www.unc.edu/~uncchv)
Established in 1996, the Center builds on a century of home visiting efforts in this country. Home visiting is used by individuals in health, education, social services, and mental health to provide human services to families in their homes. An increased interest in home visiting has brought about a need for research, program evaluation, professional training, and staff development. The Center's mission is to promote interdisciplinary research and evaluation efforts, training efforts at the college and university level, ongoing professional development activities, and to advance the knowledge base concerning practice and training. Home visitors can be professional or lay workers, salaried or volunteer, and can come from a variety of different disciplines. Despite this diversity, providers share many common issues, concerns, and experiences ranging from those directly related to families, to administrative issues, and to personal safety. Because few resources exist to provide information across the various disciplines, this site was created to assist the variety of practitioners, program directors, and researchers in home visiting. Information on Home Visiting provides links to an annotated bibliography of books on home visiting, conferences, and home visiting internet resources. Publications offers a guide to printed material for home visitors and a guide of audio-visual material. Other publications include a Home Visiting Assessment Instrument and Manual.

I am Your Child (www.iamyourchild.org)
This is a national public awareness and engagement campaign to make early childhood development a top priority for the country and show the importance of the first three years of life. The site offers Campaign Information providing general information, history, information on being involved in the campaign, and how to order materials. The Parenting Information section has tips, brainfacts, quality child care, ages and stages, resources, expert advice, and FAQ. Expert advice offers interviews and video clips from well known baby and child experts. Resources and Research provides a list of books, magazines, and videos for both adults and children. The site also offers English and Spanish Educational Materials designed by I Am Your Child, such as videos and booklets, which can be used by parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals.

The Institute for Family-Centered Care (www.familycenteredcare.org)
The Institute provides leadership to advance the understanding and practice of family-centered care and serves as a central resource for both family members and members of the health care field. The Institute facilitates family-centered change in all settings where individuals and families receive care and support and serves as a central resource for policy makers, administrators, program planners, direct service providers, educators, design professionals, and family members. This site shares information, facilitates problem-solving and promotes dialogue among individuals and organizations working toward family-centered care. Let's Talk is an open discussion forum designed to promote dialogue between service providers and families and can address any topic related to Family-Centered Care. Family Forum offers families the opportunity to receive or share information on Family-to-Family Support networks as well as the different roles and functions of consumer advisors. Hospital Forum profiles family-centered initiatives within hospital settings around the country. Resources provides a list of publications, videos, newsletters and seminars that focus on family centered care and links to other online family resources. Special Topics has information and links to several topics related to family-centered care.

International Society on Infant Studies (isisweb.org)
The International Society on Infant Studies (ISIS) is an organization devoted to the promotion and dissemination of research on the development of infants. This is a non-profit professional membership organization open to people with an advanced degree relating to infant development. The site offers information on membership, conferences, and jobs in the field of infant development. The site also offers a journals section with information and links to child development journals and information about the ISIS journal. Infant Links and Related Links list other child and infant related organizations and groups. Research Tools provides different database and researching tools for those looking up information related to infant development.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (www.naeyc.org)
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is an organization of early childhood educators and others dedicated to improving the quality of programs for children from birth through grade three. NAEYC leads efforts of individuals and groups working to achieve health development and constructive education for all young children. The website provides general information about membership and the organization under About NAEYC. Information about accreditation for preschools, child-care centers, kindergarten, and afterschool programs is offered on the site. Children's Champions describes changes and updates in legislation and policies regarding education. There is a section on the website for Parents which lists resources and books and also information on finding accredited child care programs or schools. Information and links to various resources and information can be found under the sections Professional Development and NAEYC Resources.

National Center for Family Literacy (www.famlit.org)
The National Center for Family Literacy (NCFL) developed a national family literacy model which integrates adult education, early childhood education, interactive literacy activities for parents and children, and parent education into one comprehensive program. The website provides general information on NCFL under the sections About NCFL and FAQ. The NCFL website also offers the sections: Literacy Program Directory with access to literacy programs across the country, Policy and Advocacy with information on legislation related to family literacy, Tools and Info with information on research and links to other resources, and Training with different training events and opportunities available. There is a section dedicated to the Head Start Family Literacy Project (HSFLP). This is a cooperative agreement between the NCFL and the Head Start Bureau to provide training and technical assistance to enhance the capacity of Head Start and Early Head Start grantees to implement comprehensive family literary services. This page includes a section designed to help Head Start and Early Head Start practitioners locate family resources. Users can search for information on a specific need, or can browse for resources related to family literacy. There are also sections for FAQ, trainings and conferences, tip sheets, activities, and research related to the HSFLP.

National Center for Fathering (www.fathers.com)
The National Center for Fathering works to inspire and equip men to be more engaged in the lives of their children. The website offers research, resources, tips, and information for fathers. The site includes Fathering Tips with practical tips and advice for fathers grouped by the child's age, specific fathering situations, and topics important to fathers. Urban Fathering is an outreach of the National Center for Fathering and provides information for fathers in urban settings as well as organizations looking to learn more about urban fathering. Dad's of Destiny is a study program designed to teach and strengthen families in effective fathering. Training provides information on speakers, instructors, and other educational opportunities for fathers. There are also Links to other websites and organizations with information about fathering, and the website offers Dad's Store where items of interest to fathers can be purchased. The site also offers a section on Humor with stories and jokes relating to fatherhood and Fathering Inspiration with a collection of videos to inspire fathers.

National Center for the Education in Maternal and Child Health (http://www.ncemch.org)
The National Center for the Education in Maternal and Child Health (NCEMCH) provides program development, education, and sate-of-the-art knowledge to improve the health of the nation's children and families. NCEMCH was started at Georgetown University as a resource to those in the maternal and child health community. The center helps to lead national health initiatives and connect people with information. The site provides access to the MCH Library with resources, research, bibliographies, and databases. Search this Site offers a search engine that searches for information related to maternal and child health on several NCEMCH databases. The NCEMCH site also offers information on Publications available and links to NCEMCH programs including Bright Futures, a national initiative to promote the health and well- being of infants, toddlers, and children; and Bright Partners, a national initiative involving communities, schools, and families that builds on the Bright Futures initiative. NCEMCH is dedicated to advancing the health of our nation's children and families through partnership.

National Child Care Information Center (ericps.ed.uiuc.edu/nccic/nccichome.html)
The National Child Care Information Center (NCCIC) is a project of the Child Care Bureau. The NCCIC is an information resource working to ensure all children in families across the nation have access to high-quality and comprehensive services. This resource links information and people to enhance and promote quality child care. Sections on the site include Looking for Quality Child Care? which provides information on what to look for in a child care center as well as resources on how to find child care. The site provides general information by state under the sections State Profiles and State RFP's. General information can also be found under Frequently requested information, Directories, and Selected Resources Lists. The site also provides links to related sites and information on the latest child related policies and reports.

National Coalition for the Homeless (www.nationalhomeless.org)
The National Coalition for the Homeless works to end homelessness through public education, policy advocacy, and grassroots organizing. This advocacy network focuses on housing justice, economic justice, health care justice, and civil rights. The website is intended for anyone interested in learning more about homelessness. The site provides News, Events, and Hot Topics for access to new information, articles, legislation, and events that have to do with homelessness and the National Coalition for the Homeless. The site also provides information about the programs they are focused on to end homelessness. The Speakers' Bureau section provides information on speakers, presentations, videos, articles, information, and resources. Personal Experiences of Homelessness shares personal stories and accounts from formerly homeless individuals and families. Facts about Homelessness provides information about the homeless population with information on different populations including children and youth. The site is filled with information about the homeless, legislation and policies affecting the homeless population, and things that are being done.

National Fathers' Network (www.fathersnetwork.org)
The National Father's Network advocates for and provides information, support, and resources for fathers or caregivers of children with special needs. This site is designed for fathers and includes sections with general information. News provides links to articles and press releases related to disabilities. The section Resources provides general information about The Father's Network, Videos and Monographs that are available to order, and Links to Related Sites with resources on topics such as families, fathers, disabilities, health care, and legal issues. There is also a list of disability related Events, a search engine, and Photos and Stories that fathers have shared about their struggles and feelings of having a child with a disability.

The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (www.nichcy.org)
NICHYC is a national information and referral center that provides information on disabilities and related issues of individuals from birth through 22 years for families, educators, and other professionals. This website offers Publications which can be downloaded from the website or requested in print. Many of the publications are offered in Spanish. There is also a searchable database to look up specific information. The site offers State Resource Sheets with information on organizations and agencies in each state which address disability related issues, parent training and information, and information on the state governor and senators. The site offers sections to search for organizations and resources; information about conferences relating to disabilities; and News You Can Use provides information on news related to disabilities. NICHYC also offers a referral and information service. Information specialists can be reached at NICHYC at 1-800-695-0285 from 9:30-6:30EST to answer questions or for referral to disability organizations, parent groups, or professional associations.

National Network for Child Care (NNCC) (www.nncc.org)
The National Network for Child Care (NNCC) unites the expertise of many of the nation's leading universities through the outreach system of Cooperative Extension. The mission of NNCC is to increase and strengthen the quality of nonparental care environments using the expertise of Cooperative Extension's nationwide dissemination system; make quality research, resources, and best practices available for direct local access; and provide leadership to the Cooperative Extension System in partnership with other organizations on child care issues. NNCC focuses on partnerships; research and evaluation; information and dissemination; development of resources; and education. NNCC serves professionals and families who care for children and youth. The website has four main sections for resources and information. KidCare is an email listserve for people who are caring for and working with children to communicate with one another. Person-to-Person is an opportunity for people to ask questions to specialists and experts in the child care and development field. Connections is a newsletter NNCC puts out 4 times a year for child care programs. The site provides Information Station, a database of over 1000 publications and resources on child care which are research based and have been reviewed. The website also has a Catalog with a list of NNCC resources and a list of Conferences related to children and child care.

Children, Youth and Families Education and Research Network (CYFERNet) www.cyfernet.org

CYFERNet provides extensive information, links, resources on the topics of children, youth, parents and family, community, and evaluation. There are also links from the website for the topics of: community project profiles; program support; professional database; technology; and evaluation. CYFERNet also provides two listserves: PAREDUC is a listserve where there are discussions on how to teach, work with, interact, and support parents; and FAMNet is an issues based email group for professionals working with children and their families.

The National Parenting Center - TNPC (www.tnpc.com)
The National Parenting Center (TNPC) is dedicated to providing parents with comprehensive and responsible guidance from some of the world's most renowned child-rearing authorities. The website includes Articles with different child related articles grouped by age, a search engine for educational websites, book reviews, information on the Parenting Center newsletter, and links to parenting websites. There is also a section for Seal of Approval where books and other child related products are reviewed. Product Recalls links to the US Product Safety Commission for child related items that have been recalled.

National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care (www.nrc.uchsc.edu)
The National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care, funded by the US Maternal and Child Health Bureau, works to promote the health and safety in out-of-home child care settings throughout the nation. The website has the set of Caring for Our Children: The National Health and Safety Performance Standards available to view or download. Health and Safety Tips answers the what, why, when, and how questions of specific heath and safety issues. Other Child Care Information Resources provides a list of links to various websites related to child care, child health, special needs, and parenting. The site also has the Individual States' Child Care License Regulations.

National Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Resource Center (www.sidscenter.org)
The National SIDS Resource Center (NSRC) is sponsored by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Health Resources and Services Administration, and the US Department of Health and Human Services. NSRC promotes understanding of SIDS and helps those affected by SIDS through information sharing. This website provides Information sheets and other publications to learn more about SIDS. The site also includes Annotated Bibliographies from NSRC's database about SIDS and related topics. Reference and Referral Services provides links to organizations, associations, groups, and sites that have information related to SIDS.

Nemours Foundation/Kidshealth (www.kidshealth.org)
The Nemours Foundation is committed to improving the health and spirit of children and supports clinical research which may improve the lives of infants, children, and teens. The website is split into three sections with a site for parents, children, and teenagers. The site for Parents provides information on topics such as General Health, Pregnancy and Newborns, Growth and Development, Emotions and Behavior, Medical Problems, Nutrition and Fitness, and In the News. The site also has a Featured Article listed on the homepage and a search engine to look up specific topics. The Kid's Site and the Teen Site both provide information on health topics along with games, quizzes, and topics that are specifically of interest to teenagers and kids.

Parents as Teachers National Center, Inc. (www.patnc.org)
Parents As Teachers (PAT) is an early childhood parent education and family support organization. The PATNC develops curriculum, trains early childhood professionals, and certifies parent educators to work with parents to provide them with parenting support and information on their developing child. Program components include 1) personal visits by PAT-certified parent educators, trained in child development and home visiting who help parents understand and have appropriate expectations for each stage of their child's development; 2) group meetings where parents are able to gain new insights and share experiences, common concerns; 3) periodic developmental screenings to evaluate children's overall development; and 4) resource network to link families with community programs and resources. The site offers information for both parents and professionals. About Us provides general information and history about the PAT programs. The site offers Find a Program where programs can be searched for by area. For PAT Programs provides forms, training information, newsletters, and resources. For Parents offers resources, activities, tips, and information about becoming a PAT parent; Research and Evaluation describes different studies that have been done on the PAT programs; and press releases and information about child development and child care are under Newsroom. The site also offers a Catalog and a section Quick Links with links to specific sections on the site including What's New?, Suggested Books, Training Schedule, and Conferences.

The Program for Infant/Toddler Caregivers (www.pitc.org)
The Program for Infant/Toddler Caregivers (PITC) was developed by WestEd, Center for Child and Family Studies in collaboration with the California Department of Education Child Development Division to promote responsive caring relationships for infants and toddlers. This site offers information and access to resources to help caregivers and their program managers develop sound infant toddler care policies; design safe, interesting, and developmentally appropriate environments; give infants uninterrupted time to explore; and interact with infants in ways that emotionally and intellectually support their discovery, learning, and self-esteem. Products include descriptions of 15 broadcast-quality videotapes developed as a major training medium, with video magazines, infant toddler caregiving guides; and training manuals. Institutes describes the Module Training Institutes offered to educators, program managers, and other professionals responsible for training caregivers. A calendar of events, faculty biographies, and a participant application are provided. The Graduate section links certified graduates with programs that need professional development and provides an online discussion for graduates to share training issues. Model Programs lists six sites that reflect all aspects of quality presented in the training modules. Resources provides PowerPoint presentations, authored by WestEd faculty, that can be downloaded and printed for educational purpose including titles such as: Brain Development, Infant Attachment, and Infant Toddler Play. New research on baby walkers is reported and links are available to related sites.

QUILT: Quality In Linking Together, Early Education Partnerships (www.quilt.org)
QUILT is a national training and technical assistance project that supports full-day, full-year partnerships among child care, Head Start, pre-kindergarten, and other early education programs at the local, state, tribal, territorial, and regional levels. This initiative was founded on the belief that successful early educational partnerships enhance quality and expand services for low-income kids and their families. QUILT is funded by the Head Start and Child Care Bureaus and led by three organizations: Community Development Institute, Education Development Center, and the National Child Care Information Center. The website is intended for professionals. The site offers the section What's New with information on events and issues related to early education partnerships. Discussion Forum is an opportunity for an open discussion about early education collaboration and partnerships. Partnership Profiles offers facts, summaries, narratives, data, and documents about both state and local successful partnerships. Various information and resources are provided under the sections Federal Information, State/Tribal Information, Articles and Publications, and Partnership Tools. The site also has a section with Links to other sites and organizations and a Search engine to locate information. About QUILT and Events both provide information about Quilt and events related to the project.

Resilience Net (http://resilnet.uiuc.edu)
Resilience Net provides information for helping children and families overcome disabilities and brings together information and resources about the development and expression of human resilience. Bibliographies of books, documents, and articles on several topics from well-known databases can be found under Bibliographies on Resilience and full text publications can be searched for in the Virtual Library. The site offers a section for Internet resources on resilience with websites that have been reviewed and contain information related to resilience. Organizations, centers, and projects working on resilience can be found under Research Institutions and Innovative Projects. The site also offers Literature Reviews, Conference Calendar, RESILIENCE-L discussion list, and a Search option to find specific information.

Teaching Strategies, Inc. (www.teachingstrategies.com)
The mission of Teaching Strategies is to enhance the quality of early childhood programs by offering the highest quality curriculum materials, training programs, parenting resources, and staff development services that are practical, developmentally appropriate, responsive to the needs of the field, and which reflect the most innovative thinking. High-quality early childhood programs develop strong partnerships with families to build the foundation children need to become enthusiastic lifelong learners who succeed in school and in life. This site is designed for teachers and parents of children from birth to grade three. This site is designed for teachers and parents of children from birth to grade three. The website offers information on upcoming conferences, opportunities to join discussion lists or receive emails, and provides information about assessment tools and the Creative Curriculum®.The menu selections include a page for Educators that offers resources and information about infants and toddlers, preschool and Head Start, family child care, and news and ideas. Seminars for educators outlines the contents of five topic areas. A free monthly newsletter is also available. The Parents page lists developmentally appropriate resources for children. Links provides related sites in 20 categories such as Assessment and Planning, Professional Development and Infants and Toddlers. Bookshop lists resources developed by Teaching Strategies.

ZERO TO THREE/ National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families (www.zerotothree.org)
A national organization dedicated to advancing the healthy development of infants and toddlers, this site offers cutting-edge research, demonstrated best practices, parenting tips, publications, and conference information. Order publications from the On-line Bookstore. Link to Brain Wonders and the Magic of Everyday Moments. Research results, press releases, fact sheets, and essential background information are presented for members of the media. Parenting A-Z is a continually growing list of topics, covering a variety of areas interesting to parents.