In her new book, Author and General Manager of Whitelion (a charity supporting Australia’s vulnerable young people), Rachel Porter delves into the lives of nine Australian men from troubled backgrounds who have lived through incarceration and managed to change their lives around. Read more
Lesson plan: The nature of mindfulness
Overarching learning goals: The aim of these activities is to deepen personal connections and relationships with nature-based mindfulness. Read more
Experts agree: Exercise boosts kids’ brains
A statement on physical activity in school and during leisure time concludes that exercise is critical for healthy brain development and academic success. Read more
Primary school sexuality and relationships education – building the foundations
Primary sexuality education must include developmentally-appropriate discussions and information about the concepts of ‘choice’, friendships, gender stereotypes, personal safety, emerging identities and much more, write Justine Kiely-Scott and Jenny Ackland.
Responding to parent complaints about bullying
School bullying is a sensitive issue, and conversations on this topic with parents can often be stressful for teachers and principals. Read more
School Shades: One teacher’s initiative for student eye health
Having operated for just over one year, School Shades aims to protect primary school children’s eyes from excessive UV exposure at recess and lunchtimes. Read more