Primary School Kids
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It's Alright to be Bright
Ever wondered if your child is Gifted and Talented?
Are you even sure what this means? How might having a gifted child affect the decisions you make for your child's education?
All children have talents and abilities that make them special, however some kids have unique academic and creative skills that benefit from a particular approach to their learning...
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Homework Help - Tips to Avoid Tears and Tantrums
Hated by children of all ages, nightly homework causes stress for parents all over the Northern Beaches and yet it is an inevitable part of school life for children from Kindergarten through to Year 12.
This article provides great homework survival tips and help for the whole family.
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Educational toys and games for school holiday fun
If wet weather causes sibling squabbles at your house, help is at hand!
This list of educational games will keep your kids engaged and entertained during the winter holidays and give you some great ideas for buying kids toys that enhance their learning.
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Dealing With Disappointing Reports
It's a fair bet that your child doesn't want to bring a bad report home.
It's humiliating, intimidating, and lowers their self esteem.
This down to earth article presents strategies for overcoming a disappointing report and keeping kids motivated to keep trying...
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10 Tips to Avoid School Project Panic
School projects, public speaking assignments and homework... sometimes parents seem to work harder than kids to ensure that they are handed in on time!
Teacher Sonja Walker provides 10 practical tips to help your kids get the most out of their next school project.
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200 books for kids of all ages
This fantastic free list of more than 200 high quality children's books will help you fill your child's book shelves and make library visits a breeze.
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Teaching Kids to Share
According to children's Speech Pathologist and social language expert, Ros Osling, parents who frequently step in to resolve their children's disputes deny their kids the opportunity to learn how to problem solve.
So how can we teach our kids to share with others without the squabbles?
This informative article gives simple, practical tips that will make teaching your children to share easier...
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NAPLAN - A Testing Time for Kids
Soon, more than 6,000 kids in 70 northern beaches schools particpate in a national exam that identifies their skills in English and Maths.
Most Australian children in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 take part in the National Assessment Program, Literacy and Numeracy - or as it is more commonly known - NAPLAN.
But what is this testing for? Teacher, Sonja Walker explains...
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Sound Advice
Approximately 7 in every 100 Australian children will experience a speech or language delay. If not addressed early, these problems can impact on a child's overall communication, learning and social development.
Speech Pathologist, Ros Osling is a language and literacy specialist at Kids First.
Her advice about child's speech and language milestones makes compelling reading for every parent.
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Confident Little Kids - Where are they now?
Jake, Ben, Sara and Will are just some of the many children who enjoyed Confident Little Kids classes at Kids First in 2009.
Last week, they started school for the first time.
We caught up with their parents to find out how their first week of 'big school' went.
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Helping kids improve their Handwriting
Does your child have messy, illegible handwriting?
Does your child have trouble holding and using a pencil and avoid tasks that require attention to fine detail?
Recent research has revealed that kids with poor handwriting skills often miss out on important learning opportunities.
In this informative article, paediatric Occupational Therapist, Lenora Delaney explains why helping children to write easily is important to their success at school...
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Overcoming Back to School Blues
Starting school for the first time, 'big school' is uncharted territory for young kids and their parents.
But going back to school can be daunting for many older children too.
Even those who look forward to returning to the classroom can be daunted by the first few weeks of the school year.
In this down to earth article, teacher Sonja Walker provides parents carers with ideas and strategies to help kids overcome back to school nerves.
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Shopping for Toys - Kids First saves you time and money
Shopping for Toys - Kids First saves you time and money
Kids First has the perfect solution with a new partnership with Australia's favourite on-line toy store, Yogee Toys.
You will save time, stress, and most importantly money - courtesy of exclusive discounts just for Kids First families
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Toys that Teach
Christmas is coming and toys are on the agenda for most kids this month.
But are the toys you are planning to give developmentally appropriate for your child?
Teacher Sonja Walker has suggestions for frazzled parents, grandparents, aunties and uncles to make buying an educational toy a joy
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Ready, Set...Read!
For almost 40 percent of children, learning to read is a challenge.
So - what simple things can you do at home to encourage your youngsters' early literacy skills?
Read on for some great advice by Sonja Walker.
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