8 Things to Say When Your Child Says They Are Dumb
How do you help when your child's biggest detractor is ... your child? Dr Justin Coulson gives us some tips for tackling the D-word.
Teachers’ Pet Peeves
Being a teacher ain't easy! Beyond the demand for better working conditions, support and pay, discover what more minor things are also disrupting the happy life of a teacher.
A guide to teaching your teenager to drive
Have a teen itching to drive? This guide tells you the steps you have to go through, how you can help, and where you can get advice.
10 things teachers wished you knew
A good parent/teacher relationship is important for making the most of the school year. Here are ten things your child's teacher wished you knew.
What do you want your children to learn?
We asked Kidspot readers what subject they wish kids were taught at school. You may be surprised by the results!
The Homework Debate
Homework - do you love it or hate it? Parents, educators and early childhood experts seem to fall into two very distinct camps on the topic of homework. However you feel, homework is bound to be a part of your child's school life.
Teaching your child about safety
Read about the 5 important steps on how to teach your child about being safe without scaring them.
Teen party survival guide
Teenagers love to party - but when it is in your own home, it may not be so fun for you. Find party ideas that will help you survive a teenage party.
Make-up and your teen
Kids love to dress up with makeup when they're young, but when your teenager wants to wear make-up, is she old enough?
Teens and mobile phones
All kids want a mobile phone - but do they really need one? Find out how to manage your kids and mobile phones.
Teen-friendly Family Activities
If you're struggling to get your teen involved in family activities, try some of these teen-friendly activity ideas.
Preparing for the first day of school
Learn more about how to get your child ready for their first day of school.
School camp and sleepovers: are you ALL ready?
Sleepovers and school camps - it's a rite of passage! How to help your child cope with sleeping in a strange place for the first time.
Challenges can make teens stronger
Being a teenager brings challenges. Whether it's social or physical changes, teach your child how to cope with adversity and become more resilient.
Helping your teenager with friendship problems
Friendships between teenagers are very different to childhood friendships. Get friendship advice to help your teen build good relationships
How To Make Your Own Hair Detangler
Here's how to make your own hair detangler so that you can comb through hair with ease. A homemade hair detangler is cheap and easy to make.
Is your child ready to start school
School readiness varies from child to child. What year to send them to school can be one of the most difficult decisions to make.
How to sew on a button
Here's how to sew on a button. Simple instructions and an easy video tutorial show you how to sew on a button so that school uniforms are always smart!
7 Ways To Prepare For Parent Teacher Night
Parent teacher conferences are a time when parents can learn a lot about their child's education. It's worth learning what questions to prepare.