Early childhood education is not about taking the place of parent's role of educating or nurturing their children. Parents are the first and most important teachers in their children's lives. It is about engaging and partnering with families and communities to ensure all children have access to high-quality experiences that set the stage for success in school and in life (www.naeyc.org).

Parent involvement helps extend teaching outside the classroom, creates a more positive experience for children and helps children perform better when they are in any type of child care or school system. It is essential for parents to support the learning that happens in these settings and at home as well. Parents who are in tune with what is happening in their child’s classroom program are better able to establish a connection between what is learned there and what takes place in the home (www.naeyc.org).