

The horrors of Homework!
In primary school, homework is as much about learning the skills of time management and the value of solving problems on their own as it is about practising what they have learnt in class. If we go about it the right way we can help instil in them some valuable life skills such as self motivation, responsibility for their own learning and how their actions will produce different consequences. Sit down together as a family and explain that you want to create a regular time wh


In times of crisis
Q. How can you help your kids deal with tough situations and make them feel safe in times of crisis? A. Children are exposed to traumatic events like the the recent bushfires and the Covid19 dangers through TV, radio, newspapers, magazines, and even adult conversations that they overhear. The information can be scary to kids and they often need help managing what they’ve seen or heard. When you start talking with your children, you help them handle their feelings and you sta























