This topic highlights the importance of family collaboration through the lens of specific O&M content: Pedestrian and Environmental Literacy. The concept development that supports pedestrian and environmental literacy is an example of a skill set that can be augmented by parents during weekly or monthly outings to routine community-based destinations.

A model for coaching parents in a way that builds positive relationships, shared goals and shared responsibility is offered. Distance consultation strategies can be used to support the parent, communicate through video or voice, and share resources and data.