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NAPLAN is being used by some schools as an entrance exam. This isn’t what it’s designed to do, reports Steven Lewis. School students around Australia have begun their NAPLAN tests this week. Amid technical glitches during the writing component of the exam on Wednesday, there has also...

Most children bounce back from pain after an injury or illness.  But for one in five – approximately 877,000 children in Australia –report Joshua Pate  and Mark Hutchinson, the pain continues. Clinicians call this chronic or persistent pain, meaning pain that lasts longer than three months....

Quite significant, actually, writes Daniel Eldridge, When summer hits, the combination of heat and activity often result in increased sweating. Sweat is great – it’s our personal evaporative cooling system. Most of us will sweat out at least half a litre each day, and that’s before...

Bluey is a smart show that draws on all kinds of inspirations for its charming stories, including religious ones. Sarah Lawson writes that her newly published research looks at what Bluey has to say about religion, and the religion of play which the characters live...

Resilience isn’t something children are simply born with – it develops over time through everyday experiences, challenges and relationships. From farm chores and favourite TV shows to books, injuries and life challenges, these Child Mags articles explore the many ways children learn resilience. Here are some...

Families with young children were left yet again reeling after a Four Corners investigation into abuse in the early childhood sector, reports Danielle Arlanda Harris The program identified almost 150 childcare workers who had been convicted, charged, or accused of sexual abuse and inappropriate conduct. System-wide changes...

The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has released its 2026 Notables list, highlighting the best Australian children’s books published in 2025. From picture books to teen fiction, these standout titles celebrate storytelling that inspires young readers. The annual Notables list is the longlist of standout...

Stress is part of growing up, but coping skills can be learned. Psychologist and Associate Professor Erica Frydenberg explains why supportive relationships, family routines and practical strategies can help children develop resilience and manage life’s everyday challenges. Why this matters for parents today From friendship worries to...