This paper describes the need for parenting education and presents some of the related educational approaches and problems. Different approaches to educating parents and handling their problems are described, including: (1) the ecological (or whole thing) approach; (2) the Nurseries in Cross Cultural Education (NICE) program; (3) insight programs; (4) crisis programs; (5) special group programs; (6) assisting programs; (7) home based programs; and (8) home-school communication approach. Concluding sections include an examination of the problems that can be found in parenting education programs and an annotated bibliography of reading materials, program descriptions, and films concerning parenting education. (SDH)