Check out Netsafe, a web page of the Illinois Library Association containing information on how to use the Internet safely.

Selected Web Sites for Kids Ages Birth to Six

Betweenthe Lions / Literacy Tips -- Sponsored by PBS Kids, useful and engaging expert-approved ideas to help you teach your child to read, and have fun doing it!  

Color, Colorín, Colorado -- Information, activities, and advice for Spanish-speaking parents. Concentrates on school-age children, but some information for young children as well. Bilingual.

Parents Page -- Sponsored by Parents as Teachers, an early childhood parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until age five.  Desigend to enhance child development and school achievement through parent education.

Ready*Set*Read Activities -- Explains what behaviors to expect from children (birth to age five), how they learn, what children learn about language, and activities to enjoy with children at each age-level: birth to eight months old, eight to 18 months old, 18 - 36 months old, and three to five year olds.

Your Baby, Toddler and Preschooler -- Ways for parent to build a child’s early literacy skills. Good section on choosing good books, reading aloud, and language-rich homes. From Reading Is Fundamental.

Zero to Three -- A national, non-profit organization devoted to promoting the ehalthy development and well-being of babies, toddlers and their families.