Category: Features
Why the Middle Years Matter
The middle years of childhood were once considered ages where not much was happening, writes the University of Melbourne's Dr Lisa Mundy. Now, it's...
How Good Nutrition can Boost the Mood of Kids and Teens
Leading adolescent and child psychologist Michael Carr-Gregg has co-authored a new book on mood-boosting snacks for kids and teenagers.
The Man Cave: the Making of Better Young Men
The support of the Royal family has gained an international profile for Melbourne's The Man Cave and its mission to help boys and young...
Lessons in Resilience: Teaching your Child How to Cope
Resilience isn't predetermined, and we can teach our children coping skills, writes the University of Melbourne's Professor Erica Frydenberg.
Want to be a Doctor? This is What it Takes
Dr Ranjana Srivastava's new book is an insider's account of a life in medicine. It's a must-read for students who want to be a...
Art Smarts Part 2: Helping Kids Engage with Art
What's the best way parents interact with their children when viewing art? In the second and final article in her series, Diane Bourke says...
The Power of Routine: How to End the End-of-Day Frenzy
A predictable structure can help families gain quality time and reduce the end-of-day frenzy, writes Heather Miller.
Art Smarts: Tips for Connecting Kids to the World of Art
Having conquered the National Gallery of Victoria, Diane Bourke recently took her grandsons to Mona in Tasmania. In this first of a two-part series,...
Class Placements: The Case Against Allowing Children to Choose their Class
At this time of year, class lists can be a hot topic and many parents might be doing everything they can to enable their...