This is a MUST watch for any family who is just beginning the reading journey with their child. If you missed the parent information session at your school or if you just want to review the information your school may have already given you about the learning going on in the classroom - this is the episode for you.

It has all the basics of what you need to know about how teachers will be teaching your kids to read, write and spell. It has lots of helpful advice about how you can support at home by explaining the role of decodable books and authentic texts in fostering a love of reading.

Join Melissa Chan-Green as she speaks with teachers Sam Allis and Jude Tabuteau. They are both early years teachers and literacy leads in their respective schools and have also been involved in professional development for other teachers in the science of reading.

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The most common parenting challenges that psychologists are called in to help with in schools and among families. Jackie Riach from the Positive Parenting Program works with schools who ask for help with a range of challenges.

Jackie and Melissa discuss various topics including the importance of friendships, the impact of bullying, the role of chores in fostering responsibility, and the significance of self-esteem in children's development.

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From nurse to clinical nutritionist and Mum of 4, Gina Urlich has seen the importance of good nutrition from all sides.

In this episode, Gina speaks about the challenges of navigating food labels and advocates for better food regulations. She shares the critical role of nutrition in early childhood development, particularly during the first thousand days. We also talk about the significance of gut health and the impact of nutrition on children's learning and behavior.

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