A novel idea when this text first appeared, involving parents in schooling is now accepted—even championed—the country over. Nevertheless, this theorectical and comprehensive text still sets the standard for preparing prospective teachers to engage parents of children 0 to 12 in the challenging occupation of educating them. Its unique blend of information and strategies addresses all aspects of the subject, including: past and current research, the challenges of working with minority and culturally-diverse families and families of children with disabilities, in-school and home-based programs, parent conferences, child abuse, advocacy, and the rights-and-responsibilities balance.