With long summer days, family road trips and more time away from screens, podcasts are a brilliant way to keep kids entertained, informed and inspired — without relying on social media. From Aussie-made favourites to trusted international shows loved by Australian families, these podcasts are perfect...
Looking for some movies for the days when holidays become too much and a little quiet time is required? Here are Childmags suggested summer family movies. Also, note that Sensory Screenings are available where noted below. At a Glance: Zootopia 2 (PG) – from 27 Nov Wicked: For...
Mineral vs chemical sunscreens? Scientists Anna Wang, Jon Beves and Timothy Schmidt show the difference is smaller than you think. “Mineral-only” sunscreens are making huge inroads into the sunscreen market, driven by fears of “chemicals”, a belief that “mineral” products are inherently safer, and confusion about how...
As Australia prepares to introduce a social media ban for under-16s on December 10, many children are worried about losing touch with their friends. While platforms must take steps to block underage accounts, experts say the real work will happen at home – where parents will...
Australia is about to ban under-16s from social media. Here’s what kids can do right now to prepare write Daniel Angus and Tama Leaver If you’re a young person in Australia, you probably know new social media rules are coming in December. If you and your...
It's never to early to get a head start on festive DIY projects right?? Like these quick and easy homemade Halloween party ideas! Marshmallow Ghosts This would make a great centerpiece. Marshmallow ghost skewer, anyone? Scary Fruit Cups Grab a bunch of fruit cups and get creative with your...
Sandy Leen cashes in on her children’s desire for a dog. Dreaming of a Dog Millie looked amazed when I told her that money doesn’t grow on trees.“Of course it doesn’t,” she said. “You get it from the money machine.” It was my turn to be amazed. “And...
Her songs are simple, repetitive and often interactive, writes Elizabeth Coombes. They encourage children to respond, copy gestures or sing along. For many parents of babies and toddlers, there is one YouTube channel that is a household name. Ms Rachel and her Songs for Littles has attracted...
As summer heats up, pool safety becomes every parent’s top priority. Brisbane mum Sofia shares her non-negotiable water safety rules, while experts explain how to keep kids safe and pool water healthy all season long. As the weather warms up, backyard pools across Australia and New Zealand...
From cooperative space adventures teaching neurodivergent teens collaboration to VR taking biology students inside the human body, educators are harnessing the power of play. Educators Ben Loveridge, Matthew Harrison, Dr Alexander Bacalja, and Jess Rowlings each look at different ways to encourage student motivation, engagement, and collaboration...
