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Shush, folks, we're trying to read
Anna Patty Children with language difficulties could make big improvements if their parents changed how they read to them, study finds.
Ready, Set...Read!
Sonja Walker For almost 40 percent of children, learning to read is a challenge. Yet strangely, most very young children can identify their favourite fast food restaurant or breakfast cereal packet without too...
10 books to read before turning 10
Angie Schiavone Books for children are the same as those for adults in that they can entertain, educate and inspire emotions and imagination.
Teaching kids to get organised
Sonja Walker Parents and teachers commonly complain about kids’ inability to plan and execute even the simplest of tasks.
Back-to-basics approach for Australia's classrooms
Michael Bachelard and Jill Stark Australia's national school curriculum will return history, grammar, literature and phonetics to the classroom.
How to beat the first-day blues
Ann-Maree Moodie It's your little one's first day of school. She's standing beside you at the school gate wearing a uniform that makes her look so grown up. Her backpack is almost as big as she is.
International Childhood Cancer Day: Ring a bell for Ben
In December 2006, Melissa and Stephen Clarke were told their six year old son, Ben had cancer. He occasionally complained of sore legs and Melissa and Stephen did their best to relieve the pain.
Children's books from the noughties destined to become classics
Jane Southward Twilight has reportedly sold more than 85 million copies worldwide but it's the smaller sellers the experts believe will become classic books for children aged under 14.
What do children want? Time, not toys
Julia Medew A word of advice for their parents: forget about showering them with gifts, do not over-schedule their time and get down on their level to engage with them as much as you can.
Beat the school holiday blues (NSW)
Keeli Cambourne Historic ghost tours or prehistoric dinosaurs, breadmaking or flying foxes - here are some activities across Sydney and beyond for these summer holidays.
Summer activities for the kids (Victoria)
Annalisa Giudici Theatre, shows, films and games, workshops - getting out and about in Melbourne, Victoria this summer.
Online bullying: tips for younger kids
Click Experts suggest cyber safety discussions should start when children are six or seven years old. Here are some tips to help your children avoid online bullying.
Online bullying: tips for parents
Click Whilst you've probably got a lot of outdoor activities planned for summer, it's likely your little ones will be spending time online too. Here are our cybersafety tips.
Disappointment comes with the territory
Adele Horin Whether 'tis the season to be jolly depends in some households on how the kids have rated: better or worse than expected, better or worse than their peers, their cousins, their father's boss's...
Spoiling Christmas
Mindy Laube Australian parents intend to spend an average of $584 on Christmas gifts for their children this year according to this week's "Toy Treasure Trove" report from BankWest.
Preparing a sibling for the new arrival
Gill South When my mother was seven, her baby sister was born, to her absolute shock and horror. She had been having a perfectly nice time getting full attention from both her parents and this new arrival was...
Choosing a car that will suit your family
Essential Baby talks to Drive.com.au Editor Toby Hagon about safe cars and what to consider when purchasing a family vehicle.
Fuss-free toilet training tips
Lisa Wachsmuth Toilet training can be frustrating for parents and toddlers alike. Read Essential Baby's fuss free tips.
Encouraging your pre-schooler to rest and sleep
Carole It is to every family member’s advantage if we can encourage sound resting and sleeping habits in our youngsters.
Ten tips for surviving international travel with children
Anthony and Ronit After three long haul trips with kids we've have picked up some great travel tips along the way. Read our list our ten items to take on your family trip.
