Request Resources is a page in the free resources part of the Consult For Kids store, within its charitable contributions area. It exists so that the adults who support children can ask for the help they actually need. Rather than guessing what might be useful, this page invites you to describe your situation and request resources that fit it.
Why a request page helps
Every adult who works with children faces different challenges. A parent helping with homework, a tutor supporting a struggling reader and an after-school leader managing a busy room all need different things. A request page allows Consult For Kids to hear those differences and point people toward resources that match, instead of offering a one-size-fits-all list.
Who can make a request
Requests are welcome from anyone supporting children’s learning and growth, including:
- parents and caregivers
- tutors and mentors
- after-school and community program staff
- volunteers working with kids
- organizations serving children with limited resources
How to describe your need
The more detail you share, the better the match. Consider including your role, the age of the children you work with, the specific challenge you face and what you have already tried. For example, rather than asking for general help, you might explain that you lead an after-school group of eight-year-olds who struggle with transitions between activities.
What happens after you request
Once you submit a request, it is reviewed by a real person. Depending on what you need and what is available, you may be pointed toward a free resource, a relevant guide or another helpful option. Response times can vary, so request early when you can.
Using what you receive
When a resource arrives, try one idea from it soon. Notice how the children respond and adjust as needed. If it helps, consider sharing it with other adults who face similar challenges.
If your need is not covered
Sometimes a request reveals a gap in what is currently available. Your request still matters. Hearing about unmet needs helps shape future resources.
Requesting on behalf of a group
If you coordinate a program or lead a team of volunteers, you can describe the needs of the whole group in one request. Mention how many adults would use the resource and the setting they work in. Group requests help match material that suits several people at once and can save everyone time compared with separate individual requests.
Other free options
While you wait, explore the free Kids’ Program Toolkit, which gathers practical strategies for helping children learn and stay engaged. The Gifted Gifts area also refreshes free resources at the start of each month. For questions about a request, contact the team or book a short conversation with Brett.
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