Development
The beach is an amazing place to teach kids about science. Here are 3 things to try this summer
Going to the beach over the break? Deakin researcher Chris Speldewinde shares three ways to spark your child's curiosity about the natural world while you are there.
The secret to a great family summer break? Over to you, kids…
When it comes to 'overscheduling' versus 'boredom', popular family and parenting educator Dr Justin Coulson has some ideas to make the summer holiday period enjoyable for the whole family.
Gen Z heads home: How to navigate the evolving parent-child relationship as kids become adults
Sometimes, parents and children butt heads when they finish school, but there are ways to keep the relationship positive as they enter adulthood, says West Virginia University Professor Amy Root.
‘School is boring’: what it means when your child says they’re bored in class, and how you can help
How do you respond when your child says ‘school is boring’? It’s important to understand why they feel that way, say University of Queensland learning experts Amanda Bourgeois and Annemaree Carroll.
Why do kids cheat? Is it normal, or should I be worried?
It’s normal for a child to cheat, but it can pose problems when the stakes get higher, says Professor Penny Van Bergen. Read her tips on how to discourage kids from cheating.
Is it a good idea to repeat a year at school?
Research shows that repeating school is usually not a good idea, says Dr Sarah Jefferson, so what can you do if your child is struggling?
Andrew Fuller: Neuroplasticity and improving learning
Our brains develop throughout our lives, but there are two incredible bursts of growth when we are young. We can help our children make the most of these surges, says Andrew Fuller.
What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start
Doing drama in Year 12 gives students skills that will help them with life, learning and employability, say Deakin education experts Joanne O’Mara and Jo Raphael.
Girls must let hope, and not unprecedented times, shape their future
The 2024 International Day of the Girl Child theme calls on us to help girls 'realise their vision for the future'. That means helping them to embrace their aspirations and pursue their ambitions, says Strathcona Girls Grammar Principal Lorna Beegan.