Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Chapter 12: Families in the Classroom

Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Advantages and Potential Problems Benefits for parents Benefits for teachers Benefits for children Children’s routines are interrupted Teachers feel uncomfortable being observed

Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Getting Parents Involved Explore resources and classroom needs Names and ages of family members who have time Occupations Interests and hobbies Encourage informal visits

Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Encourage Informal Visits Birthdays and other special occasions Lunch invitations Drop In and Read Personal invitations Parent observations Walking report cards—See our Success Zoo day

Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Parents as Classroom Resources Information about jobs Hobbies Culture and religion Extended family contributions Time Materials Special skills Tutoring Field trips

Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Teachers’ Roles Welcoming attitude Help parents become comfortable Giving parents specific roles Using resources