Development
Advice for parents to discuss and identify eating disorders
Controversial Netflix drama To the Bone has brought eating disorders into the spotlight, but a Deakin University clinical psychologist recommends parents should take the lead on these issues.
How 30 million words can fuel your child’s brain
The language environment of a young child can have a profound impact on development, writes Diane Bourke.
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.