“Sticking Together” – Aussie Kids Invited to Share Their Stories of Mateship and Community in National Primary Schools’ Program. Primary school children across Australia are invited to share their stories of fair go, mateship, respect and inclusion as part of the popular nationwide Aussie of the...
It turns out Andy Lee is a great children’s book author because he’s just launched the ninth edition in the Do Not Open This Book series, with the interactive audio version available free on LiSTNR. This time, he’s brought along his partner Bec Harding, and even...
Lewis Ingram, Hunter Bennett and Saravana Kumar suggest 3 things you should include in a DIY exercise program With the rising cost of living, gym memberships and fitness classes are becoming increasingly unaffordable. But the good news is you can make just as much progress...
What a great idea as a snack for kids – and full of yummy veggies. Easy for kids to make as well! Ingredients 250g pumpkin, peeled, seeds scooped out, chopped into 1cm pieces 2 cups (170g) small broccoli florets (about 1 head of broccoli) 2 cups...
Kate Toon looks at how she banished her parenting guilt and enjoyed establishing a new business. The sun is setting in my back garden and I’m talking to Barry in my Facebook group. Barry doesn’t understand some aspects of marketing and I’m trying to explain it...
Basler läckerli is a delicious sweet treat that’s a specialty of the Swiss canton of Basel. It’s sometimes made with hazelnuts instead of almonds, and some recipes use either orange peel or lemon peel, so feel free to substitute if you don’t have everything on hand....
Spin Master, a global children's entertainment company, has conducted research in collaboration with TotallyAwesome to explore the renewed popularity of board games in fostering face-to-face interaction, emotional intelligence, and countering digital overload for improved mental health. “We are thrilled to see that board games are making...
Doris Taylor founded 'Meals on Wheels' writes Carolyn Collins, and it all started when she watched a child scavenging for lunch in a school playground. When Doris Taylor took possession of a new motorised wheelchair in 1951, she quipped: “Heaven help any bureaucrat who gets in...
Frances Doyle has 5 expert tips to save the day Book Week is here again. Around Australia, parents of primary school-aged children are coming up with costumes, so their kids can take part in parades. Some kids are going to love wearing costumes and showing them off...
Children transition from primary school and into high school, carrying with them skills, attitudes, and values toward learning and in particular, reading. It is widely accepted that the purpose of education is to provide children with the skills to learn and participate in society. While...
