Families/Community

Reading with your child is a powerful bonding and learning experience.

Check out the links below for reading suggestions, community resources, and curriculum links.

Reading at Home

(in multiple languages)

from Reading Rockets.com

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from Reading Rockets.com

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from Institute of Education Science

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Public Libraries in the Area

Des Moines Public Library

Grimes Public Library

Johnston Public Library

Urbandale Public Library

Little Free Libraries

Little Free Libraries are all around our neighborhoods. Use this website to check out the map of Little Free Libraries in our area. There are also many around that aren't listed on the map. Don't forget the one right outside the front doors of Timber Ridge Elementary School.

Curriculum Resources for Families

Everyday Math parent site with access (without a username or password) to Homelinks for all grade levels and other resources.