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Winning the reading game
Educator Michael Panckridge started writing sports-themed books to help reluctant young readers, writes Shane Green. That was 40 books ago. Read his story - and his five tips to encourage reading.
Community Connections
In a new series, we showcase the great community work of Independent school students and staff.
Taming Technology: Regaining Control for You and Your Family
Expert Jill Sweatman is presenting a twilight seminar at Independent Schools Victoria for parents, carers and educators on enhancing lifelong learning for children. Here she offers advice on controlling technology.
Best of the Web: When Your Youngest Starts School, Helping Young People Find Purpose, More than STEM, and Banning the Smartphone
Emotions when a child starts school, finding a purpose in life, and banning the smartphone.
The Gift of Experience
Give a gift to children this Christmas that is all about an experience, writes Diane Bourke.
Best of the Web: What Kids Think of Parents Drinking, Bonding Through Baking, and What Age for Smartphones
The impact of parents drinking, bonding in the kitchen, and what's the right age for a smartphone.
In Case You Missed It: Some of Our Best from 2017
It was a big year on The Parents Website. Here's a selection of the best and most popular articles.
Best of the Web: the Skill Needed for Jobs of the Future, Understanding Grumpy Teenagers, and You are not your ATAR
Our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.
7 tips to help reduce unhealthy risk-taking by boys
Youth expert Chris Hudson offers advice on how to ensure that adolescent boys engage in safe risk-taking.