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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...
Joanne Rogan
Feb 7, 20244 min read


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
Jun 6, 20232 min read


First Day of Kindergarten
The link between a parent's childhood experiences of school and those of their child.
Joanne Rogan
Jan 30, 20233 min read


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
Dec 8, 20221 min read


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
Oct 4, 20224 min read


Recharge Nibbles for Teachers
5 minute self-care ideas for teachers and education staff.
Joanne Rogan
Aug 30, 20222 min read


Supporting children when a parent is terminal
Some ideas to support young children when their parent is dying.
Joanne Rogan
Aug 20, 20224 min read


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
May 25, 20222 min read


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
Jan 26, 20221 min read


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
Oct 3, 20212 min read


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, 20213 min read


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 26, 20211 min read


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
Sep 13, 20211 min read
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