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Nurturing the inner world of our children and teens
Many years ago, a 16-year-old student shared with me a story that left an indelible ...
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The real value in pretend play
“Babies create hypotheses, test them and then relentlessly appraise their findings with the vigour of ...
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S2 Episode 6 – Nature play can still happen during coronavirus — Parental As Anything ABC Podcast
Coronavirus has meant the activities our kids love — playgrounds, sport, skate boarding with friends, ...
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S1 Episode 3 – Play — why it’s vital for kids — Parental As Anything ABC Podcast
Building cubbies, make-believe, dressing up – while it might just look like fun and games, ...
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Why won’t my kids play outside?
It must be annoying for many parents today who hear stories from older folk like ...
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In praise of a common-sense revolution
Recently I was listening to a radio interview with a motoring expert, and a listener ...
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Why We Need to Prioritise Play
In this “Maggie Moment”, Maggie responds to a Facebook post from a mum who is ...
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The shift back to nature play – it’s happening!
Many of you know of my passionate commitment to outside play in our homes, schools ...
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Are we about to ban childhood altogether?
As a passionate advocate for allowing children a childhood that allows them to play as ...
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Getting Kids Active
In a world where screens seem to dominate, statistics for Australian kids around activity levels are ...
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In praise of a dangerous, dirty childhood
Originally published in Parenting Ideas. I think there is something missing from the average modern ...
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Maggie’s message about natural playgrounds
There is clear and consistent evidence about the many benefits for children and the wider ...
