Supporting a child in your class when they return to school after their parent or sibling has died
Do you work in a school? would you like some tips on how to support a bereaved child? If yes, read on...
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Joanne Rogan
- Jun 6, 2023
- 2 min
Why does my child cheat and lie when playing games?
Some brief information about why it is common for children to cheat when playing games plus some strategies to help them change their ways.
Joanne Rogan
- Mar 18, 2023
- 2 min
Differences & Similarities Between Counsellors and Psychologists
Clarification of the similarities and differences between clinically registered counsellors and psychologists.
Joanne Rogan
- Jan 30, 2023
- 3 min
First Day of Kindergarten
The link between a parent's childhood experiences of school and those of their child.
Joanne Rogan
- Dec 8, 2022
- 1 min
Making Memory Baubles with Children who are Grieving at Christmas
A crafty activity to support children who are grieving a loved one at Christmas.
Joanne Rogan
- Oct 4, 2022
- 4 min
Tips for supporting a child nervous about school camp
Common things children worry about when facing their first school camp and tips for parents and teachers to support them to participate.
Joanne Rogan
- Aug 30, 2022
- 2 min
Recharge Nibbles for Teachers
5 minute self-care ideas for teachers and education staff.
Joanne Rogan
- Aug 20, 2022
- 4 min
Supporting children when a parent is terminal
Some ideas to support young children when their parent is dying.
Joanne Rogan
- Aug 16, 2022
- 3 min
What might be causing a child to avoid or dislike school?
There are many reasons why a child might be anxious about school or even refusing to go.
Joanne Rogan
- Jun 22, 2022
- 2 min
The Magic of Playing with Your Child
The benefits and value of play and why it is not always comfortable for parents to do with their children.
Joanne Rogan
- May 25, 2022
- 2 min
What does executive functioning mean?
What are executive functioning skills? What is working memory? What is slow processing speed? How can I help?
Joanne Rogan
- Jan 26, 2022
- 1 min
Tips for Testing Children for COVID
Who would have though back in 2020 that in 2022 we would still be dealing with the COVID pandemic with such intensity. Anyone else want...
Joanne Rogan
- Oct 3, 2021
- 2 min
My child doesn't want to go back to school after lockdown
Many children and adults in Greater Sydney are very excited about returning to school soon. By the time children return, it will have...
Joanne Rogan
- Sep 26, 2021
- 3 min
Supporting School Staff returning to School after Lockdown
I want to start by saying 'thank you' to all school staff. I've witnessed first hand how schools have pulled together and redesigned and...
Joanne Rogan
- Sep 26, 2021
- 1 min
When will it be over?
Giving children HOPE during a pandemic Over the past school term, fully in lockdown, I've had many children and adults ask me this...
Joanne Rogan
- Sep 13, 2021
- 1 min
Does your child grunt when you ask how their day was?
After a day of having to stay focused, learn new things, negotiate the playground social scene, it is very common when parents ask "How...
Joanne Rogan
- Aug 7, 2021
- 1 min
Things I Can Control When in Lockdown
There are huge amount of things outside of our control at the moment and for many people, this feels very unsettling. There is a saying...
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