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10 ideas to get our boys reading – for life
Boys lag behind girls when it comes to reading, writes Margaret K. Merga. She suggests ways we can make reading fun for boys – not just for school but life.
My child is throwing away their education, from Dr Justin Coulson
What should you do if your senior student isn't engaged in their studies? In this extract from his new book, parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson explains how a 'need-supportive' approach can help.
So you want to be…a Paramedic
In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Jessica McGowan, Ambulance Victoria Paramedic and Director Regional and Clinical Operations.
Why nursery rhymes rock
If you think nursery rhymes are old fashioned, think again, writes Diane Bourke. She explains how they can help launch a child's development.
Team Family: Why we need the family meeting
Families are teams and need regular team meetings to make them work, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. She gives her top 10 tips for effective family meetings.
So you want to be…an Astrophysicist
In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, award-winning astrophysicist, author and the Australian Government Women in STEM Ambassador.
Ready, set, write: Ideas and activities to motivate your young poets
We're asking parents and grandparents to encourage their young poets to enter our Student Poetry Competition. Diane Bourke suggests ideas and simple activities to help young people enjoy poetry.
Practical tips to help your teen stop vaping
Your teen wants to stop vaping, and you know that lectures won't work. Michelle Jongenelis offers some strategies to help your teen quit.
Helping girls regain their confidence and motivation, from Andrew Fuller
How can we help our girls and young women hurt by the pandemic? Clinical psychologist and family therapist Andrew Fuller explores what's happened in their lives – and how they can recover.