Development
The Future of Handwriting: What We Think
Last year, we reported on a survey that was asking parents and teachers whether handwriting mattered. The results are in.
My maths anxiety
She struggled with maths as a child. It made her a better teacher. A personal reflection by Ann V. Klotz.
Required reading: the books students read around the world
TED has compiled this fascinating list. The Australian book is close to home. By Daryl Chen and Laura McClure.
Kaz Cooke: To be a parent, you have to jump In
Best-selling author and cartoonist Kaz Cooke’s new book is a ‘real’ guide for girls 8-12 on navigating the pre-teen years. She also has some good advice for parents, writes Shane Green.
Conquering the fear of failure
Parents have a vital role in encouraging their children to have a go and not to be afraid of failure, says Dr Heather Schnagl, Principal of Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School.
It’s only natural
Author Richard Louv, who coined the term nature-deficit disorder, talks to The Parents Website about why families benefit from a nature-rich life.
The best ways to praise your child
You can develop 'growth mindset' in your child by giving the right kind of feedback, writes Bill Lucas from Victoria University.
Learning: Why parents are so important
What parents say and do have a critical impact on academic achievement, writes Sivanes Phillipson.
Learning on your feet
'Active education' is producing healthier students - and bringing families together, writes Shane Green.