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Intentional science play: a three‑stage pathway to foster children’s scientific literacy in the early years

If we are truly committed to developing children’s scientific literacy, we must reconsider where science begins for the young, at the block corner, the water tray, and with the magnifying glass in hand.

2025-12-10 07:45:26

by Fiona Alston

NSW Police legacy child safety handbook: A vital resource for educators and families

The 2025 edition of the NSW Police Legacy Child Safety Handbook is available, offering current guidance on safety and wellbeing for children across homes, services and communities.

2025-12-08 07:30:56

by Fiona Alston

Boosting self-esteem may reduce materialism in preschoolers, new study suggests

A newly published study has found that building self-esteem in preschool-aged children may help reduce early signs of materialism, particularly in children who are already developing perspective-taking and empathy skills.

2025-12-03 07:30:02

by Fiona Alston

Landmark report warns wellbeing of Australian children at a crossroads  

Australian children and young people are increasingly concerned about their futures, with a landmark new report revealing troubling trends of rising developmental delays and escalating mental  health distress.  

2025-11-25 07:00:53

by Fiona Alston

UNSW Law Journal invites contributions on legal issues impacting children

Legal, policy and advocacy professionals with an interest in child rights and protection are invited to contribute to a forthcoming thematic issue of the University of New South Wales Law Journal, focused on children and the law.

2025-11-20 07:00:01

by Fiona Alston

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