"Picky Parent Guide is a tremendous resource for parents and school leaders alike. All parents should have this book by the time their kids are 3 years old, if not sooner. It provides thoughtful guidance so that parents have tools to match their children's strengths, needs and interests to the schools that will serve them best. It also helps school leaders better answer the questions posed by informed parents."

—Johnathan Williams, Co-Founder and Co-Director, The Accelerated School, Los Angeles, The Time Magazine Elementary School of the Year 2001

Trying to decide among preschools, whether part time or for all-day care? Wondering whether the preschool or day care arrangement you choose really matters for your child's long term success and happiness? A bounty of helpful research and advice awaits you in Picky Parent Guide: Choose Your Child's School with Confidence (The Elementary Years, K-6). We did not plan to pitch this book to parents of young preschoolers, but too many of our expert reviewers told us, "Parents choosing preschool and day care need this book, too — right now!" How could we say no to that? Use the book now to understand your young child's budding characteristics, your family's needs, and how learning environments differ to meet child and family needs. Every day is an educational experience for your preschooler, and you will find many of Picky Parent Guide's principles and ideas helpful as you make the seemingly nonstop education related decisions (regarding preschool, day care, time at home, and special activities) during these early years.