by Tina Pickford | Oct 12, 2021 | Child development, Reading & Learning
So much of success in life boils down to persistence. While “natural ability” is often touted as a gift that must be nurtured, students who have learned the art of persistence are able to work through challenges, deal with failure and achieve their goals.... 
by Tina Pickford | Jun 12, 2020 | Education Trends, Featured, School
Geez, wasn’t it a juggle to have to play teacher to our children while the schools were shut! Even though my background is in teaching, having my son learning at home and keeping him focused on tasks was one of the biggest challenges ever. Talking to many of you... 
by Tina Pickford | Aug 22, 2019 | Education Trends, Featured, School
Regardless of whether or not your child is taking NAPLAN this year, something all Australian parents face at some point is how to talk to their child about NAPLAN. NAPLAN and self esteem You want them to try their best, but you know that putting too much emphasis on a... 
by Tina Pickford | Nov 19, 2018 | Education Trends, Featured, Reading & Learning, School
The summer holidays are nearly here! After a long school year, kids need a break. But it’s also important that they stay healthy – physically and mentally. Regression during the school holidays During the holidays, many children rarely read a book, write a story or... 
by Tina Pickford | Sep 11, 2017 | Education Trends, Featured, Reading & Learning, School, Videos
Watch this video for 3 simple steps to understanding your child’s NAPLAN report. Step 1: stay calm! The NAPLAN test is just a small snapshot of your child’s work under pressure and the NAPLAN results are just that – your child’s snapshot compared with similar... 