Development
Best of the Web: How to talk with your child about sexual consent, and more
Advice for parents when discussing sexual consent with their children, the Dr Seuss books with racist content, and the mental health crisis engulfing our kids.
Required Reading: The books that students read in 28 countries around the world
In our latest Best of The Parents Website, we throw back to a 2017 feature from the team at TED, which collated this fascinating list of required reading for students around the world.
Why passing on your first language could be your child’s superpower
There are many benefits to first-generation migrant parents passing on their first language – and accent – to their children, write Chloé Diskin-Holdaway and Paola Escudero.
Mem Fox on the cycle of life
In the latest of the Best of The Parents Website series, we talk with celebrated author Mem Fox about her book The Tiny Star. She discusses children and grief, and the special bond between grandparent and grandchild.
Best of the Web: The worrying world of our 10-Ager daughters, and more
A deep look at the complex world of pre-teen girls, villagers help to raise a child, and how casual remarks influence kids.
The ‘Leap’ Years: Ways to support your child and developmental milestones
Prep, and years 4, 7 and 9 are developmental 'leap' years for kids, writes Marise McConaghy. She provides tips for parents to support their children during these formative stages.
How we can raise girls who like themselves
Our girls have more opportunities than ever before, but too many of them don't like themselves, as Natalie Moutafis discovers in a new book on raising girls.
Fun kids: Why it matters, and how you can encourage them
Being a 'fun' kid is more than just about, well, having fun, writes family and parenting expert Justin Coulson. They’re also building skills that will lead to better relationships.
Children as young as two can learn to cook – here’s how
Getting kids involved in the kitchen when they are young has long-term benefits that carry into adulthood, write Fiona Lavelle and Moira Dean.