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What can be done about bullying at school?
Often parents and schools disagree about whether something is ‘bullying’. Why is it so complicated?
Why talking to children matters more than screens
Too much screen time can hinder speech and language development among the early learners, Yasmin Rababah says
Neurodivergent youth lead conservation efforts at Dwejra Lines
Opportunities to connect with nature can spark curiosity, reduce stress and channel attention
Song celebrates one year of Malta’s national Insect
‘In-Naħla u Sħabha’ is the third and final song in an educational trilogy by the Foundation for the Conservation of the Maltese Honey Bee
Why stories are so important for children’s language and literacy
Listening to stories and talking about them lays the foundation for language and literacy development and has social and emotional benefits
Science in the City: making science inclusive and accessible
Some highlights from the festival taking place in Valletta this week
Easing back-to-school anxiety
Counsellor Mary Rose Baldacchino gives advice to parents on how to help their children approach school with more confidence
Back to school: the importance of educators’ well-being
When parents and the wider community support educators, it creates a positive and effective learning environment for everyone, says Erika Galea
Back to school? Reset routines first
Adjusting children’s bedtime and tech use rules is essential to help them restart school rested, calm and ready to learn, Erika Galea says
When is a good time for a child to start music lessons?
Although it is never too late to learn music, starting music lessons before the age of nine offers a specific benefit parents should keep in mind, an expert says