International Reading Association
This organization focuses on promoting high levels of literacy for all by improving the quality of reading instruction, disseminating research and information about reading and encouraging the lifetime reading habit.
The Internet Public Library Youth Division
This site offers an on-line public library with resources for children as well as parents and teachers.
National Association for Education of Young Children
NAEYC is an association for professionals in early childhood education that offers resources to professionals and parents, including information about accredited childcare programs in their area and assistance in locating quality childcare.
The Partnership for Reading
This site offers information about the effective teaching of reading for children, adolescents and adults.
PBS Ready to Learn
A compendium of information about children and learning from leading authorities.
Reading is Fundamental
This organization prepares and motivates children to read. RIF is the oldest and largest children’s and family nonprofit literacy organization in the United States.
State Center for Early Childhood Development (Texas) Circle Literacy Components
The Center for Improving the Readiness of Children for Learning and Education (CIRCLE) is involved in numerous research projects, community programs and training activities related to the goal of promoting quality learning environments for young children.