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13/04/2026

Celebrate the power of early connection. Singing, reading, and simple shared moments help little ones feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Explore practical ideas for everyday bonding.

This guide offers ideas for songs, books and language resources you might like to try when you and your child want to connect to culture.

06/04/2026

Mirror neurons at work! Children imitate parents and caregivers constantly. This article dives into the psychology of imitation, learning, and the impact of role modelling on behaviour.

A Look at Albert Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory

30/03/2026

Support your child’s mental health during disasters with practical, evidence-based tips from Emerging Minds. Stay calm, connected, prepared and informed.

This fact sheet includes actions you can take to support your child's mental health during events such as bushfires, floods, cyclones or other disasters.

23/03/2026

That scribble or doodle might be more than art - it can reveal emotions, stress, or coping strategies. This article looks at what children’s drawings can tell us about their mental and emotional state.

Understand the hidden meanings behind your child’s artwork. From colours to placement, their drawings can reveal a lot about their inner world.

16/03/2026

Shielding kids from failure can backfire. This article explores how letting children experience mistakes safely helps them develop resilience, confidence, and problem-solving skills.

Learn how to raise confident, resilient kids through healthy risk-taking, safe boundaries, and emotional support. Explore how mistakes build lifelong learners a

09/03/2026

That intense focus on one hobby or interest can seem extreme - but it often helps children learn, feel competent, and build confidence. Discover how to nurture these passions without pressure.

Why are some little kids intensely interested in random things, such as dinosaurs, airplanes or make-believe?

02/03/2026

Messy play isn’t just fun - it helps children explore, regulate emotions, and develop creativity. Learn why getting a little dirty might be one of the best things for your child’s development.

Creativity is rarely neat, yet research shows that chaos and imperfection are essential for mental health, learning, and innovation...

16/02/2026

Those endless “why?” questions can feel exhausting, but they’re a sign of curiosity and critical thinking. Discover ways to encourage your child’s inquisitiveness without feeling overwhelmed.

A child’s constant “why?” is more than a word. It’s a key that opens the door to reasoning, exploration, doubt, and the ability to connect facts. Almost every adult knows how exhausting a child’s endless questions can be: “Why is the sky […]

09/02/2026

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02/02/2026

Understanding the development of your child ensures that you are able to identify when things might not be going to plan, and enables you to intervene in a timely manner when neccessary. The below page explores the development of children across all ages, and in various circumstances

When we understand children’s developmental journeys we can nurture and respond to children in ways that match their age and capabilities.

26/01/2026

Knowing how to best support your child can sometimes feel overwhelming. The below article breaks this down into 5 key points, helping you to support your child amongst the chaos of daily living.

Learn the PERCS of infant and child mental health: five simple ways to support your children's mental health and wellbeing.

19/01/2026

Back-to-school anxiety is a very common struggle for many children during this time of the year. The below article details key points to look out for, how to help, and when to seek professional help.

How to help kids manage anxiety at the start of a new school year, and make sure anxiety doesn't cause disruptive behavior in the classroom