"The studies reported here identify some of the underlying factors affecting the family-school relationship, and suggest possible interventions for increasing the involvement of families."—Readings"...this volume provides a much-needed source of information for policymakers, researchers, and administrators."—Contemporary Psychology"The book is solid and comes highly recommended as a library acquisition or for courses dealing with school and family linkages. In the present climate of constructive analysis the editors' and authors' refreshing use of empirical data to make decisions regarding families and policy is worthy of note."—Research and Reflection