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How to Raise a Thriving Child
Parents want the best for their children, but are we over-managing their lives? A new book just published in Australia argues that we need to give kids a sense of control. Read this extract from The Thriving Child.
Best of the Web: Male Bias in Picture Books, Teens Turning Off Social Media, and the Dangers of Outcome Love
Why male characters fill kids' picture books, the teens saying 'no' to social media, and why grades shouldn't be linked to rewards.
Community Connections – Lauriston Girls’ School
Year 12 student Annie Liu was inspired by TED talks - so she decided to organise her own. Her speakers covered some of the big issues facing society today.
How to get kids to practise a musical instrument without nagging
When it comes to getting children to practise a musical instrument, nagging won't get you anywhere. Timothy McKenry gives parents practical tips to encourage young musicians.
Best of the Web: Raising Happy Kids in the Digital Age, Why Kids should Talk Back, and Parenting with MND
Why getting kids outside matters more than ever, encouraging conversations between adults and children, and parenting with MND.
Surviving Teenagers: A Parent’s Guide
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg's book Surviving Adolescents has just been updated, with adolescent health expert Elly Robinson. We speak to her about the challenges teenagers are facing, and what parents can do to help.
Celebrating the Arts in Education
We opened our Annual Student Art Exhibition and launched the Schools' Program for our next Arts Learning Festival.
Best of the Web: School Funding Alarm, Forget ‘Find your Passion’, and Why Kids Need to Know the World of Work
Our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.
Chief Scientist: What Our Children Need to Know
Australia's Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel makes the case for teaching children subject content - concepts, facts and principles - and not just generic soft skills.