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Red tape, some parents make it harder for our passionate teachers – new research
New research from Independent Schools Victoria finds most teachers are driven by passion for the job, but also highlights what makes their work more difficult.
Best of the Web: A new approach to help teen problem gaming, and more
A new program to retrain the brains of teenagers who are problem gamers, how Dolly Parton is fostering a love of reading in Australian kids, and ways to avoid after-school silence.
Finding harmony: Making music together builds resilience in kids
Being part of a choir, band or orchestra helps kids develop more than just musical skills, write William James Baker, Anne-Marie Forbes and Kim McLeod.
The art of thinking big: Inspiring kids to imagine their jobs of the future
A new program is helping primary school kids broaden their career horizons through artwork, writes Shane Green.
Best of the Web: School refusal on the rise, and more
Growing concern over school refusal, the powerful impact of dads doing story time, and how you can make sure sibling rivalry doesn't become harmful.
Connect. Reflect. Protect: Safer Internet Day 2023
Safer Internet Day is a global event dedicated to creating a safer online world for everyone. Tuesday, 7 February 2023, marks the 20th Safer Internet Day.
Best of the Web: The best inspirational TED Talks for teens, and more
A list of must-see TED Talks for your teenager, how one family negotiated pocket money, and ways to involve young children in solving their arguments.
Best of the Web: Supporting the big jump up to secondary school, and more
Maggie Dent's tips on helping kids starting secondary school, the latest survey on teens' attitudes to sexual health, and how a dog can enrich family life.
Community sport: Girls just want to have fun
New research from Victoria University shows that not having fun is turning teenage girls away from taking part in sport.