Resources for Primary Students

Learning From Home Resources

Lockdown learning isn't really home schooling: 5 tips for parentsHome schooling in lockdown is not real home schooling. Dr Nikki Brunker at University of Sydney says using the term 'home schooling' to describe schooling during lockdown is disrespectful to both teachers and home schoolers.

COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)Get up-to-date information about the department's response to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).

www.education.vic.gov.au/parents/learning/Pages/home-learning.aspx

WellbeingTools to support you with your wellbeing and resources to help you support those around you.

General Wellbeing Resources

Smiling Mind is a non-for-profit web and app-based mediation program developed by psychologist and educators to help bring mindfulness into your life.

5 Fun Mindfulness Activities for ChildrenThe practice of mindfulness has become a big trend but it can be confusing when it comes to defining it, especially as a parent. Mindfulness is a practice where you use the five senses to engage physically and non-judgmentally with the world around you. When you do a task with mindful awareness, you do it with 100% of your energy and attention. Practicing mindfulness is incredibly empowering for children. It can help them better manage stress and anxiety when it does occur. It helps with self-regulation, promotes positive emotions and self-compassion.

Child Friendly Websites

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