Resources For Parents

Navigating parenthood is a tricky path--one I've begun to learn firsthand.  Fortunately, there are so many resources out there that help to make parenting a little less stressful! We want to share some of these great resources with you!

We do want to give credit to ALSC (Association for Library Service to Children) for compiling the majority of the following list!

Bremen Public Library "Parenting Collection"

This collection is part of our adult nonfiction section that we have recently relocated to the Children's Department.  We thought this might be easier for parents who come in with little ones and may find it difficult to traipse through both upstairs and downstairs in the library.  These books have tips on parenting, potty training, play time, and more!

Zero to Three

This site of for parents with babies from birth to age three.  Here you can find practical information for early childhood.  You'll hear from health professionals who work with children as well as caregivers.  There are resources and information on potty training, early literacy, developing self-esteem, and preparing for parenthood, and their message is evident--there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to raising children!

The Right Stuff listserv

This is a free monthly listserv that offers resources for supporting the learning and development of children who are culturally, linguistically, and individually diverse.  Past issues can be accessed at this website, and all resources may be freely shared!

Scary Mommy Blog

The Scary Mommy blog started with Jill Smokler as she chronicled her stay-at-home days with her children.  Many moms locked on to her message, able to relate to many of the situations Smokler was describing, breaking the myth that parenting has to be perfect.  The site is now run by the Some Spider media company, however the message of this site is still the same--let's stand together and share our stories!

Read-a-Rama

This is a literacy program for children ages 4-11 and their families that get kids excited about reading by encouraging books and activities together.  This program runs a forty-hour week-long summer camp, but also partners with churches, libraries, homeless shelters and more for year-round programming!

Vroom

Vroom is a free subscription services offering videos and developmental tips sent to your phone daily! This is offered in English and Spanish.

Tumblebooks

Teach your children the joy of reading! With Tumblebooks, you can access over 1,000 picture book titles through your library.  We love Tumblebooks, because the app reads the story and highlights the words that are spoken, encouraging children to identify words and sounds as they hear their favorite stories.  Just download the app on any device, log in with your library card number, and pick your favorite books!

• Apple Devices
• Android Devices

And as always, please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help!