learning and behaviour
How does behaviour affect a child's learning at school? Find out all the information you need on different behavioural challenges and what it can mean for your child's learning and development.
Think you've got a gifted child? This is what you need to look for
Some children have an actual, or potential, ability to perform at a level that is significantly beyond their peers. They’re not...more
Is long daycare turning our kids into poor learners?
Children who spend more than 21 hours a week in long daycare are at greater risk of performing below average in maths, literacy...more
Top signs your child is being bullied
Most parents have been bullied at some stage in their life, and it’s highly likely your child will have to face it too. more
My girl won’t talk to her teachers
This mum’s little girl is a chatterbox around her family, but when she gets to school something changes – dramatically. more
Don't worry, your family doesn't have to fit the mould
‘Who’s Got a Normal Family’ is the new children’s book that proves every family is a little bit different. more
Sending my kids back to school feels like a double-edged sword. On one hand there is the relief that comes when peace and calm reigns...more
'A TV show helped my daughter deal with bullying'
Edutainment is the latest buzz word amongst parents, but there’s good reason why this one is gaining ground. more
Australia’s school report is in. And it’s not pretty.
Why have our year 4 and year 8 students rated so badly in maths and science when compared to the rest of the world? more
To push or not to push: Does academic achievement matter?
A traditional focus on marks and rankings can set our kids up to thinking their intelligence is a fait accomplis. So how do we encourage...more
Why we don’t teach our kids to be logical (and why we should start)
When it comes to teaching our kids there is so much emphasis on other areas of development but, really, logic, sequencing, planning...more
Does autism have a place in the mainstream classroom?
The question of whether autistic kids should be taught in mainstream classrooms is more complicated than we realised. more
My kid's an introvert ... and that's OK
In a world that celebrates collaboration and social involvement, it’s easy to mistake introversion for a lack of engagement....more
