To the amazing people who help raise our children; whose dedication to chaotic, stressful and under-appreciated work enables us to earn our own income and support our families, We recognise your tremendous skills in simultaneously nursing multiple babies to sleep, calming numerous highly-strung toddlers and engaging groups of pre-schoolers in
Every classroom has a wriggler who struggles to suppress their constant urge to move. Wriggling is particularly prominent during periods of transition, such as very early in their schooling and throughout the middle years, especially in boys. Some teachers love the wrigglers, but their wriggling can be unhelpful in the
Spring Palette Blinds are raised and doors swung open, flooding dark houses with glorious sunshine and sending through a breath of fresh air. People emerge from winter slumbers, drawn towards the light and life in the outside world. The cool morning air warms to a gentle breeze, filled with the
Selecting only 5 is a Book Week challenge. So many titles have moved me in profound ways at significant times. A story lies behind each story on my list. 5 Ten Little Fingers and 10 Little Toes, Mem Fox (2003) – This is the perfect first book for any new
No idea what your kid is going to wear for the book character parade? Want some last-minute DIY ideas? Ned Kelly – Paint some cheap vinyl or a piece of cardboard in a metallic colour and cut it fit around the wearer’s head. Secure it in place with some large
If four leaf clover hunting was a sport, I would frequent the top of podium. It’s not a matter of luck. There’s an art to it. Speaking from vast experience, I have decided that the hunt for a four-leaf clover is remarkably similar to the search for happiness. Last year,