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Stuttering is not a Sign of Anxiety
When her son Johnnie, eight, started to stutter, Sally Wohlers, Victorian mother of two, felt very emotional.
“I was incredibly worried about him getting a hard time at school,” she said.The Power of a Teacher’s Words
He cursed, spat and screamed in class—but what teacher walks over and whispers—it took 3 days
Phonological awareness is the ability to hear and identify and say the separate parts of words such as rhymes, and letter sounds. Phonological awareness has been shown in numerous studies to be one of the best predictors of initial reading progress. Phonemic awareness is sub-skill of phonological awareness. It is the ability to identify, say and manipulate the smallest sounds in words (phonemes).Parent Resource – Phonemic Awareness
Parent Resource – Phonemic Awareness
Phonological awareness is the ability to hear and identify and say the separate parts of words such as rhymes, and letter sounds. Phonological awareness has been shown in numerous studies to be one of the best predictors of initial reading progress. Phonemic awareness is sub-skill of phonological awareness. It is the ability to identify, say and manipulate the smallest sounds in words (phonemes).RUOK? This is also Highly Applicable to our Students
RUOK?
How many times have we said these words to partners, family, friends and colleagues? And how many times did we get the response “Oh no, I’m fine”. Sometimes we know the person might not be okay but are not ready or able to share – but how do we respond when someone says …How to Get and Keep Boys Reading
How to Get and Keep Boys Reading
This event, created especially for teachers, librarians, and parents, was moderated by children's literature expert Maria Salvadore. Mary Brigid Barrett, President of The National Children's Book and Literacy Alliance (NCBLA), a literacy organization for children, organized the event.Home School – Food for Thought
Why Do Parents Homeschool?
We take a look at why parents decide to homeschool their children, how it works, difficulties and the social and academic benefits.
Glenda Jackson, president of the Australian Homeschool Network, says parents usually choose to homeschool for one of two reasons: because they prefer non-mainstream education, or because they have issues with their child’s school.11 Bits of Trivia About Your Favourite Children’s Books Authors
11 Bits of Trivia About Kids' Favorite Books & Authors
Certain books have a huge kid-appeal. Most children are familiar with and many even adore Dr. Seuss, Pete the Cat, and the Magic Tree House books.How to be Angry at Your Kids
10 Jan How to be angry at your kids
It’s normal for parents to lose it, says clinical psychologist, Renee Mill.
Pretty much all of us aspire to be ‘good parents’. We put a great deal of pressure on ourselves to be perfect that can lead to frustration, distress, and anger – and that can make it all the harder for parents to admit to the anger they sometimes feel.Strategies to Teach Self-Regulation in Writing
6 Strategies to Teach Kids Self-Regulation in Writing
Kids with learning and attention issues can struggle with self-regulation in various ways. For instance, kids with sensory processing issues may have trouble managing their emotions and body movement in tough situations
7 Critical Warning Signs of Speech & Learning Disorders!
Early Intervention and School Readiness
Speech Clarity
Language – understanding and expression
Stuttering
Trouble Reading
Spelling 
Early Intervention and School Readiness
Speech Clarity
Language – understanding and expression’ 
Stuttering
Trouble Reading
