07 Jan Why Celebrity children’s books undervalue my craft as a writer
I’m a children’s writer – and celebrity children’s books undervalue my craft, writes Penni Russon I have been an editor and author of children’s and young adult books for over 20 years. I’ve taught writing for children and young adult fiction to hardworking and serious...
03 Jan Why are picture books depicting Aussie wildlife, rarer than they should be?
Scientifically accurate children’s books on Australian animals – particularly the lesser-known species – are sorely lacking, write Euan Ritchie and Kate Umbers Few things are more wonderful than well-written and produced children’s books. They captivate kids, families and classrooms, leaving lifelong impressions. They shape our...
21 Dec Holiday stress and how to beat it
Seventy per cent of us experience a spike in stress over the festive season, but some understanding of why we get anxious and the effect on our bodies can help us relax this Christmas Dr Jared Cooney Horvath Here we go again. It’s that time...
19 Dec Counting The Cost
We need to move beyond consumerism primarily because of its effects on the environment, on families and on our happiness, argues Emma Rush What does your child want for Christmas: Video games, a mobile phone, or the latest fad in toys or fashion? Consumerism as...
19 Dec A Lesson Learnt
Two of her former students teach Martha Wegner a bit about what is important in life. I had dinner last night with some old friends. Actually, I was the old one, they were the friends. I am now old enough to have dinner with my...
19 Dec Try these craft decorations inspired by Aussie plants and animals
Decorating your Christmas tree? Try these crafts inspired by Aussie plants and animals, write Caitlyn Forster, Euan Ritchie and Laura Nicole Driessen While we’re busy preparing for Christmas, many Australian native plants and animals are also busy – growing, flowering and raising their young. What...
12 Dec How to Avoid Charity Scams This Festive Season
Protect Your Generosity: How to Avoid Charity Scams This Festive Season As the giving season approaches, Australians are urged to remain vigilant against fake charity appeals that prey on generosity during the festive period. The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has issued a timely...
12 Dec Book Reviews: Books for gifts for littlies
We are always looking for books to ignite and encourage a love of books in kids. Our suggestions for those littlies under 7 years can give you a guide for some interesting books to read aloud. On The Hunt For Santa by Leslie Gibbes, illus....