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The problem of body dissatisfaction among boys, why music is good for children's brains, and the end of digital natives – our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.

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Australian Students getting Positive Results

Australia is among a small group of nations where positive attitudes towards school are linked to student success, writes Shane Green.

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Young voice, big ideas

A former Newhaven College student has begun a journey that has already included addressing an event on nuclear disarmament at the United Nations, writes Shane Green.

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A University of Melbourne expert on why adolescents shouldn't drink, the book behind Boss Baby, and why it's okay for young children to have imaginary friends - our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.

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Dark Social – What Parents Need to Know

Julie Inman Grant, Children's eSafety Commissioner, explains the world of 'hidden' social media messaging and its implications for children.

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New research shows that 'digital natives' don't prefer screens for reading, the case for gender neutral school uniforms, and how dogs can help struggling readers – our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.

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How 30 million words can fuel your child’s brain

The language environment of a young child can have a profound impact on development, writes Diane Bourke.

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Fiji Book Drive Making a Difference

Fiona Luth reports on the moving impact of her special cause.

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The PISA Blame Game

Instead of rushing in with quick fixes to declining school results, it’s time to engage teachers in the policy debate, writes Karen Spiller, National Chair of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia.

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