Parenting
Websites
Common Sense Media
commonsensemedia.orgOffers reviews for entertainment as well as conversation starters and technology contracts for families.
Love and Logic
loveandlogic.comPositive parenting tips on building a loving connection between parents and children.
ParenTeen Connect
https://www.parenteenconnect.orgCreated by the makers of Second Step, ParenTeen Connect provides expert advice videos for parents on different teen challenges.
Teach Through Love (Courses)
https://courses.teach-through-love.com/collections?category=free-parenting-classes&q=Free online parenting classes.
Triple P Parenting
https://www.triplep-parenting.com/Paid online parenting program that gives you strategies in setting boundaries for your child and self-care. Live classes may be available FREE through our district.
Understood
understood.orgResource for parents whose children are struggling with learning and attention issues. Includes a parenting toolkit and a parenting coach to help direct you to articles and advice.
Books
GENERAL
5 Love Languages of Children
by Gary Chapman and Ross CampbellBorn for Love
by Dr. Bruce PerryDaring Greatly
by Brené BrownThe Mommy Shorts Guide to Remarkably Average Parenting
by Ilana WilesThe Whole-Brain Child
by Drs. Daniel Siegel and Tina BrysonTEEN
Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood
by Dr. Lisa DamourOTHER
Conscious Communication Cards
by Teach Through Love (LINK)
education resources
CALWORKS
cdss.ca.gov/CALWORKSCalWorks is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services (e.g. work study, child care) to eligible families that have a child(ren) in the home. Once accepted, you may also find CalWORKS offices at California Community Colleges or select CSU colleges. For single parents, you may also qualify for CARE through your college/university's EOPS office.
Daycare Providing Colleges in California
collegesimply.com/colleges/california/colleges-with-daycare/List of colleges that provide daycare options typically for young children.