<p><i>Building Parent Engagement in Schools</i> is an introduction to educators, particularly in lower-income and urban schools, who want to promote increased parental engagement in both the classroom and at home--an effort required by provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. It is both an authoritative review of research that confirms the positive impact of parental involvement on student achievement and a guide for implementing proven strategies for increasing that involvement. </p><p></p><p>With <i>Building Parent Engagement in Schools</i>, educators can start to develop a hybrid culture between home and school, so that school can serve as a cultural bridge for the students. Filled with the voices of real educators, students, and parents, the book documents a number of parent-involved efforts to improve low-income communities, gain greater resources for schools, and improve academic achievement. Coverage includes details of real initiatives in action, including programs for home visits, innovative uses of technology, joint enterprises like school/community gardens, and community organization efforts.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Larry Ferlazzo, Lorie Hammond<br><b>Publisher:</b> Linworth Publishing<br><b>Published:</b> 09/01/2009<br><b>Pages:</b> 87<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.35lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.30d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781586833428<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>LJ Best Reference Sources</i> 11/15/2009 pg. 44<b