This popular comprehensive book offers a unique blend of practical information and strategies that enhance school-parent collaboration for children ages 0-8 to involve parents in their children's education. The book is the best in the field because it goes beyond other texts to cover: 1) past and current research, 2) special concerns and challenges of working with minority and culturally-diverse families, 3) school and home-based programs, 4) parent conferences, 5) involving parents of children with disabilities, 6) child abuse, 7) advocacy, 8) and the rights and responsibilities balance. The comprehensive and practical information provided in this book make it a valuable reference for students after they are working in the field.