Babies' brains could unravel the mystery of stuttering
University of Sydney researchers are launching a world-first study to see if it's possible to detect whether a baby will go on to stutter in later life - well before they start to talk.
Researchers...
Brain-training children’s book fast-tracks development
An innovative new children’s book has been launched to aid the development of the core cognitive abilities underlying self-control, school readiness and academic success.
Using the latest research in child development, Dr Steven Howard from University...
Apps add up for young students
As school returns after the summer break, a University of Western Sydney academic is urging parents to help inspire the next generation of Australian mathematicians by taking advantage of apps and encouraging their children...
Mindfulness-based program in schools making a positive impact
A social and emotional learning program started by Academy Award winning actress Goldie Hawn to help school children improve their learning abilities, be more caring, and less stressed is now backed by new scientific...
Only half of teenage girls receive HPV vaccine at recommended age
It’s a virus that is responsible for almost all cases of cervical cancer but a new study by University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston researchers indicates that only about half of the girls...
Lessons for school transition
The transition from primary to high school can be a stressful period for students, but ECU’s School of Education lecturer Mandie Shean says there are ways parents can help to make the move as...
Texting can enhance reading and comprehension in school children
A Curtin University research study involving junior school children has concluded that better interpretation of digital textisms can improve their reading and language skills.
The research by Associate Professor Genevieve Johnson in Curtin’s School of...
Ethics of school-based immunisation programs examined
University of Adelaide researchers and their government and industry partners have identified a range of ethical issues with high school-based immunisation programs in South Australia.
School-based immunisation programs are commonly run in Australia and in...
Back to school anxiety for families with children affected by food allergy
For families who have children with food allergy, the transition to school after the summer holidays can be an extremely emotional experience. A pilot study conducted by the University of Western Sydney into Starting...
Raising children – and lifting up communities
Clare Valley Children’s Centre has just won a Flinders University Sponsored Brand South Australia Education Award.
All childcare centres do valuable things, but not many can say they have single-handedly prevented an empowered community from...
