Development
‘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.
Unstoppable girls: how to empower your daughter to break free of gender stereotyping
In a world still cloaked in gender stereotyping, the need to empower young women to envision a life of limitless possibilities is critical.
Are you paying attention?
The ability to concentrate and pay attention are skills children learn as they grow, says childhood development expert Dr Michael Nagel. But there are ways to help them while you wait.
Andrew Fuller: How parents can increase motivation and confidence in children (Part 2)
Helping our children overcome their fears goes a long way to boosting their motivation, says clinical psychologist and family therapist Andrew Fuller.