This page contains useful information for parents, teachers and homeshoolers.
For Parents
The library has a large number of parenting books located in both the adult and juvenile collections. Take a look at some of the most recent additions to our parenting collection. New Parenting Books
Informative Websites for Parents
KidsHealth
KidsHealth provides doctor approved health information about children birth through adolescence.
Reading Is Fundamental
This website contains very helpful information on preparing and motivating children to read
i-SAFE Inc.
i-SAFE Inc is a non-profit organization who’s mission is to educate and empower youth to make their Internet experiences safe and responsible.
Teachers
Assignment Alerts
Is your class working on a special research project or book report? Let the Youth Services Department know and we will gather up helpful books, websites and other materials to aid your students.
Just give us a call at (708) 366-7171 ext. 116, email us at ys@fppl.org with the details, or get started immediately by linking to our assignment alerts wiki at http://assignmentalerts.fppl.org.
Click here to download a orientation to the wiki in Microsoft Powerpoint format. (If you don't have Microsoft Office installed, a free Powerpoint viewer is available here.)
Class Visits
Our library can offer you a customized visit that can range from a book talk presentation, to a story time, tour, or database orientation. Schedule a visit at the library or arrange for us to come to you by completing this easy form
. Fax, mail or e-mail your completed form to the library as directed.
(If you are having trouble downloading and printing the form,
you may need to download the free Adobe Reader.)
For Homeschoolers
Local homeschooling groups
Westside H.O.U.S.E
This is a group of non-sectarian homeschoolers from the near west suburbs that meet on the 2nd Friday of each month from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. here at the library.
Chicago Homeschool Habitat
Illinois H.O.U.S.E (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience)
Recommend websites for homeschoolers
What About Socialization
This insightful blog is written by a homeschooler from the Chicago Suburbs.
Homeschool Resource Center
The Homeschool Resource Center contains extremely useful curriculum materials that anybody with a valid Illinois public library card may check out for six weeks.