Chance for Australia’s best early childhood educators to be recognised as nominations open for national 2023 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards Nominations are open to anyone involved in the delivery of early childhood education services in Australia. This includes educators, carers, and other professionals...
Christine Kininmonth wants her kids to enjoy city living – and the country life. My friend used to have a poster on her wall: “If it matters then it matters. If it doesn’t matter then it doesn’t matter.” Sage words to me, a working mother of...
School holidays are a much-awaited break from the routine of classes, homework, and schoolwork. It's a time for kids to relax, have fun and rejuvenate their minds and bodies. However, with the advent of technology and digital devices, children spend much time in front of screens...
John W. Luton delights in the rewards of encouraging children to write about their holidays and other special experiences. My wife, Cheryl, and I have always encouraged our children (and our students) to write about their holiday activities, as a means both of preserving memories and...
If the thought of getting the craft supplies out to make a beautiful creation for the upcoming Easter Bonnet parade has you running for the hills, then you’re not alone! “Many parents feel overwhelmed by the mess and time spent cleaning up caused by paints, glue...
Debates about what books students should be reading in high school reach a crescendo at the start of each school year, writes Alex Bacalja As parents make their way through school text lists, collecting books for their teen’s year ahead, they inevitably draw comparisons between their...
Volunteering mum Suzy Mills is delighted to find she’s cool at school. I’m not sure who enjoys my weekly canteen duty more – my boys, or me. I get such a thrill when I see the grins on their faces as they rush to be first...
Given scones British heritage, I like to use a good crumbly cheddar in my cheese scones; most of it mixed into the dough and a little saved to sprinkle on top. Depending on your oven, the topping may brown unevenly, so check after 10 minutes...
I find any dish with sticky rice addictively comforting, especially a dessert. So I adore khao neow mamuang, sticky rice with mango, which is one of Thailand’s most popular desserts. Glutinous (or sticky) rice is the staple grain of north- eastern Thailand and, despite the...
Jodi Wiley is very keen for books and reading to be as integral to her children’s lives as they are to hers. A whole new world emerges upon becoming a parent. For example, the baby aisle in the supermarket is suddenly relevant: nappy prices are compared...
