https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration daily 0.75 2026-03-24 https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/tutoring-for-neurodivergent-children monthly 0.5 2026-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/f0880a2e-a18c-46bb-b795-01f147bda827/boy-doing-homework-distracted-by-watch Attain Inspiration - How Attain Education Supports Neurodivergent Learners - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/86d46893-ccae-4951-8844-a946094cccd1/tutor-at-laptop Attain Inspiration - How Attain Education Supports Neurodivergent Learners - All Attain tutors are qualified primary teachers. Not just subject experts, but people trained in how children actually learn. That distinction matters enormously for neurodivergent learners. Adjusting pace, switching explanations, recognising when a child is overwhelmed before they even say so… these are teaching skills, not subject knowlege. Our team brings these skills to every session. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/8116b7a9-4f7f-4c2a-bad2-0911184aee81/tutoring-session-in-progress Attain Inspiration - How Attain Education Supports Neurodivergent Learners - We use games, interactive tools and a child's own interests to make learning feel lighter. Whether your child is obsessed with animals, sport, Minecraft or creative storytelling, tutors actively bring those passions into sessions. When a child is genuinely engaged, you stop fighting for their attention. It comes naturally. One parent described it this way: https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/tips-to-support-neurodivergent-learners-at-home monthly 0.5 2026-03-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/cd68f947-5084-4848-81bb-238b486a0389/boy-struggling-with-homework Attain Inspiration - 5 Simple Ways to Support Neurodivergent Learners at Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/ed259051-3771-455b-a118-44c5b0716db7/boy-working-on-homework Attain Inspiration - 5 Simple Ways to Support Neurodivergent Learners at Home - A simple routine can make it easier for children to transition into homework and know what is coming next. This might look like: snack after school a short break homework time play or relaxation afterwards. The routine itself doesn’t have to be rigid. What matters most is that your child understands the general flow of the afternoon. When children know what to expect, they often feel calmer and more ready to begin their work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7e366e78-18d8-4e84-8e35-ab01ea12918a/boy-stretching Attain Inspiration - 5 Simple Ways to Support Neurodivergent Learners at Home - Many children concentrate better when their bodies have a chance to move. Short movement breaks can help reset attention and prevent frustration from building. But the key is keeping these breaks brief and predictable, so children can easily return to what they were doing. For some neurodivergent learners, switching between activities can be difficult. If a break turns into a completely different activity, it can be harder to get back into the task. Instead, try very short movement breaks between small chunks of work. For example: “Let’s finish the next three questions, then take a stretch break.” The break itself might be something simple like: stretching jumping on the spot walking to get a drink of water taking a few deep breaths. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/composite-class monthly 0.5 2026-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/42c7db1f-12b7-4b0a-9b0b-c41c61d580ee/classroom-with-smiling-teacher Attain Inspiration - Making the Most of a Composite Class: Supportive Tips for Families - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/cb51c11f-9a3d-48e2-a633-3dd89dd25495/children-engaging-in-class Attain Inspiration - Making the Most of a Composite Class: Supportive Tips for Families - A well managed composite class can actually support confidence and independence. Learning in a mixed environment can strengthen social skills, adaptability and confidence. Research from Australia and overseas shows that students in composite or multi‑age classes generally achieve at least as well academically as those in straight year levels, especially when teaching is deliberately tailored to individual needs. In some large studies, younger pupils in mixed‑year classes even made slightly higher gains in core areas like literacy and numeracy than peers in single‑year classes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/00de6c5f-0c5f-4971-bdb2-261973dd61fb/children-raising-hands-in-class Attain Inspiration - Making the Most of a Composite Class: Supportive Tips for Families - Will my child be held back to the younger students’ level or forced into a ‘teacher’ role? Students are not taught to the lowest year level in the room. Curriculum expectations and assessment remain specific to each year group. Teachers are responsible for instruction, and each child’s learning goals stay aligned with their own year level standards. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/two-teachers monthly 0.5 2026-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7f16eedb-bee6-47a6-9423-02a9d483035f/two-teachers-at-school Attain Inspiration - When Your Child Has Two Teachers: What Parents Should Know - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/735b0cf4-ddee-4e58-87a4-5361eca24141/AdobeStock_196000600.jpg Attain Inspiration - When Your Child Has Two Teachers: What Parents Should Know - When job sharing is done well, it can be a real positive for kids (and families too): Two perspectives. Each teacher brings their own strengths, style and insight into how your child learns best. Fresh energy across the week. With the week split, both teachers can bring focus and enthusiasm to their time in the classroom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/47938324-2625-411a-9a15-43ef34516673/mum-and-daughter-talking Attain Inspiration - When Your Child Has Two Teachers: What Parents Should Know - Something new can feel a bit daunting at first, but a few simple actions can make a real difference when it comes to navigating the unique dynamics of having two teachers. You don’t need to be across all the ins and outs of how the teaching pair splits the week, that’s their job. But there are a couple of small things that do help: Always include both teachers when you’re sending an email or message, especially if you’re sharing something important or ongoing. It helps keep everyone in the loop and avoids crossed wires. Try to connect with both teachers early in the year, even briefly. It can feel awkward only knowing one half of the teaching pair, especially when it comes to building trust or raising concerns. Model confidence in the setup when talking to your child. If you treat having two teachers as normal and positive, they’re more likely to do the same, even if they show a strong preference at first. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/tutoring-for-extension monthly 0.5 2026-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/25288f3f-d24e-42ac-8c24-34d446ab609b/child-at-desk-looking-bored Attain Inspiration - Extension, Enrichment and Confidence: The Other Side of Tutoring - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/52ad18fa-01cb-42fa-b042-a453cf512b61/girl-holding-a-sign-that-says-I-heart-math Attain Inspiration - Extension, Enrichment and Confidence: The Other Side of Tutoring - True extension isn’t just racing ahead in the textbook. It’s about going deeper and broader. Adding complexity, sparking curiosity and helping students think in new ways. For example, a student who loves writing might experiment with genres or study how sentence rhythm affects tone. A maths-lover might try open-ended challenges with multiple solutions, rather than flying through repetitive sums. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/ee1ab58b-dd31-4d27-aaab-33ed1db6f8d6/child-working-with-tutor Attain Inspiration - Extension, Enrichment and Confidence: The Other Side of Tutoring - At Attain Education, we support the whole child with their skills, mindset and confidence. For high-achieving students, this means building in meaningful stretch, not just staying busy. In practice, this might look like: Keeping learning exciting with rich challenges. Deepening understanding instead of just looking ahead. Encouraging discussion and reflection. Building resilience for feedback, mistakes and effort. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/new-year-back-to-school monthly 0.5 2026-01-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/394fc784-d0f8-4282-a7a3-a215105e98a1/shopping-basket-of-school-supplies Attain Inspiration - Back to School? Here's How to Get Ready Without the Stress - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/0bff47bf-c6c9-45b2-babc-df3d6bd171c3/girl-outdoors-holding+a-magnifying-glass Attain Inspiration - Back to School? Here's How to Get Ready Without the Stress - Kids are naturally curious and they love showing off what they know! Sometimes, the quickest way to spark excitement about the new school year is to ask what they already remember. Ask them to teach you something they learned last year. Let them quiz you, explain a fact, or share a weird detail about space, volcanoes or fractions. Read together, take turns or talk about a book they love (or one you enjoyed at their age). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/a2fad6e7-b7ac-4160-9254-2e42a7c120e5/worried-child-at-desk Attain Inspiration - Back to School? Here's How to Get Ready Without the Stress - Even if your child seems fine, the start of a new school year is still a major shift. A new year comes with new routines, new classrooms, new teachers and higher expectations. Kids might be expected to take on more responsibility, work more independently or adjust to different ways of doing things. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/11c0b992-68be-4da2-9136-ed3cfddc446d/Boy-concentrating-on-tutoring-session Attain Inspiration - Back to School? Here's How to Get Ready Without the Stress - Sometimes, the best time to organise support is before the struggle shows up. If last year had a few wobbles, whether in reading, writing, maths or motivation, now’s the perfect time to get help in place. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/how-tutoring-helps-kids-reach-their-potential monthly 0.5 2026-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7c99d639-ace4-4672-af64-56b8fe1edbbb/smiling-boy-holding-school-books Attain Inspiration - How Tutoring Helps Children Reach Their Full Potential - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/000b3d30-3249-420b-9e2f-5324a53f6752/student-with-hands-up-in-classroom Attain Inspiration - How Tutoring Helps Children Reach Their Full Potential - Even the most dedicated classroom teacher is juggling a lot, often supporting 25 or more students with different needs, abilities and personalities. In that busy environment, it’s easy for quiet struggles, or quiet boredom, to slip under the radar. Some children need things explained a little differently. Some need more time to process or practise. Others need a greater challenge, or just the reassurance that it’s okay to make mistakes, ask questions and try again. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/30835c4c-9295-4cb3-8176-e0bf6e6b0298/child-flexing-confidently Attain Inspiration - How Tutoring Helps Children Reach Their Full Potential - One of the biggest benefits of tutoring is the impact it has on confidence. We often see children arrive unsure, hesitant or convinced they “can’t do it”. But with the right support, that mindset starts to shift. When children experience success, even in small ways, they begin to trust their own abilities again. And over time, the shift can be remarkable. When a child believes they can do it, they’re more likely to: ✅ Try again after a mistake. ✅ Ask for help when they’re unsure. ✅ Tackle new tasks with curiosity. ✅ Enjoy learning, instead of dreading it. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/summer-learning-activities monthly 0.5 2026-01-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/10409314-e327-4f1a-b64f-c8cde15752be/Family-reading-together-on-a-picnic-blanket Attain Inspiration - 7 Summer Holiday Activities That Build Learning (Without Feeling Like School) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/3de881c7-f871-4f7b-8bbd-be041ad59f88/kids-playing-in-a-cardboard-box-house Attain Inspiration - 7 Summer Holiday Activities That Build Learning (Without Feeling Like School) - Whether it’s building a cardboard cubby house indoors, creating a backyard obstacle course or designing a new board game, hands-on projects are fantastic for learning. What they’re learning: Problem solving, planning ahead, testing ideas and adjusting designs. These projects also help teach kids that mistakes are simply part of the creative process. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/b12f2033-8aa3-40e7-9de1-43f1b9d4c20a/child-doing-backyard-science-experiment Attain Inspiration - 7 Summer Holiday Activities That Build Learning (Without Feeling Like School) - You don’t need fancy equipment. You can test if everyday items sink or float in a tub of water, see what happens when vinegar meets bi carb soda, freeze coloured ice blocks and watch them melt or explore shadows at different times of day. What they’re learning: Prediction, experimentation, measuring and early STEM thinking. Kids learn how to ask “what if…?” and explore without worrying about perfect results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/d427650a-b9cd-4173-a6c8-163538898dcb/Kids-at-a-lemonade-stand Attain Inspiration - 7 Summer Holiday Activities That Build Learning (Without Feeling Like School) - Set up a “café” where kids mix their own refreshing drinks using fruit, herbs and plenty of ice. Think lemon slices, mint leaves, berries, soda water or cordial. Give them handwritten order slips so they can take family “orders,” price the drinks and run their café for the afternoon. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/christmas-learning-activities monthly 0.5 2025-12-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/1764813830390-R67W50O9TWC5UICT69QH/family-christmas-baking Attain Inspiration - 12 Days of Christmas Activities (That Secretly Involve Learning) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/8d9fa918-7982-4fdb-8f3a-83c63c9130c0/child-writing-santa-letter Attain Inspiration - 12 Days of Christmas Activities (That Secretly Involve Learning) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/d6948eff-4075-48f7-8908-9aa642e045d7/house-decorated-with-Christmas-lights Attain Inspiration - 12 Days of Christmas Activities (That Secretly Involve Learning) - Teaches: visual tracking, tallying, observation skills. Take a neighbourhood walk after dark with a printed bingo sheet or list of items to find, reindeer lights, blue fairy lights, inflatable Santa. Your child will build attention to detail and tracking skills, all while soaking up the magic. Add tally marks or vote for your favourite house at the end. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/report-card-goals-for-holiday-break monthly 0.5 2025-12-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/eca08eb8-9c4f-4947-ae86-8f0b561d6a9b/father-and-son-high-five Attain Inspiration - From Report Card to Holiday Reset: How to Set Gentle, Confidence-Boosting Goals With Your Child - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/43cd01c0-1fd3-4ee9-94f5-6cd62e7a1cf3/father-and-son-reading-together Attain Inspiration - From Report Card to Holiday Reset: How to Set Gentle, Confidence-Boosting Goals With Your Child https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/6e7e3962-d7ae-466b-9d47-9b7f768f1d65/mother-and-children-prepare-a-chore-chart Attain Inspiration - From Report Card to Holiday Reset: How to Set Gentle, Confidence-Boosting Goals With Your Child - Once the goal is chosen, make it visible. You might use a sticker chart, a white board or a printable tracker pinned to the fridge. Habits stick better when they’re tied to something consistent. Try: “Read for 10 minutes while Mum makes coffee.” “Do a quick maths game after breakfast.” “Talk about something we learned today at bedtime.” https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/metacognition-explained monthly 0.5 2025-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/35002a51-5a2d-4842-bf6d-9ae5ca3afb8b/boy-thinking-about-homework Attain Inspiration - Why Thinking About Thinking Matters: How Metacognition Unlocks Learning - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/1c0ca144-0250-465d-840a-d2c6eeff51cb/girl-having-a-homework-breakthrough Attain Inspiration - Why Thinking About Thinking Matters: How Metacognition Unlocks Learning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/2f2210bc-3120-401b-a3cb-ed69262a66eb/girl-has-an-idea Attain Inspiration - Why Thinking About Thinking Matters: How Metacognition Unlocks Learning - A good tutor doesn’t just explain content. They guide your child in how to approach problems metacognitively. To think about their thinking and to spend time reflecting on possible strategies and things they’ve tried. Here’s how that works in practice: https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/struggling-learners-need-more monthly 0.5 2025-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/2d5cb268-cb5f-40b6-b2b5-7e120466332f/father+and+daught+high+five+over+homework+win Attain Inspiration - Why Struggling Learners Need More Than a Smart Tutor - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/5abddfa6-7940-4057-8c54-40aa2811e703/mother+helping+son+with+homework Attain Inspiration - Why Struggling Learners Need More Than a Smart Tutor - It’s a common and completely understandable assumption. After all, if someone is good at maths, spelling or science, shouldn’t they be able to explain it to a child who needs help? But knowing a subject and teaching it are two entirely different skill sets. Especially when a child is already feeling stuck, frustrated or left behind. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/74c7a28e-3d09-402e-9254-fe8eb6866ae0/girl+studying+maths+with+online+tutor Attain Inspiration - Why Struggling Learners Need More Than a Smart Tutor - When the right kind of teaching is in place, something shifts. Children who once felt overwhelmed begin to lean in with curiosity. They ask questions. They try again, not because they have to, but because they want to. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/why-numeracy-matters monthly 0.5 2025-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/c9ccb5eb-1ef2-4497-82ca-46e82e464716/teacher-demonstrating-abacus-in-classroom Attain Inspiration - Why Numeracy Matters (And All the Brilliant Things It Helps Kids Do) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/2ca4b5e7-9dbb-45f8-9828-2677c8bcd0dd/child-counting-on-fingers Attain Inspiration - Why Numeracy Matters (And All the Brilliant Things It Helps Kids Do) - Numeracy builds slowly, through experience. It begins with simple ideas like “more or less” or recognising shapes. Over time, those early concepts expand into estimating, predicting and solving problems in flexible ways. Confidence makes a difference here. And play, conversation and encouragement lay the groundwork. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/25376cf8-978c-4d76-937f-addb8c76ff02/child-doing-maths-in-chalk-on-pavement Attain Inspiration - Why Numeracy Matters (And All the Brilliant Things It Helps Kids Do) - You don’t need flashcards or apps to help your child build numeracy. The best learning often happens in low-pressure, real-world moments: Count and compare while cooking: “We need four cups. How many more?” Talk through time: “Soccer starts at 4:30. It’s 4:15 now how long do we have?” Get curious at the shops: “If apples are $4 per kilo, how much will this bag cost?” Spot patterns: Lego, music, baking and even snack sorting all help. Make it visual: Use objects, drawings or food to bring maths to life. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/prepare-for-new-term monthly 0.5 2025-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/c5f7c3fc-0c05-4080-8ff1-1dc396870aad/School+bags%2C+uniforms+and+shoes+organized+in+a+prep+station Attain Inspiration - 5 Ways to Prepare for a Smoother School Term - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/423cc731-3925-412c-b332-d84a77fd4296/father+helping+son+with+uniform Attain Inspiration - 5 Ways to Prepare for a Smoother School Term - Beyond bedtimes and alarms, it helps to map out the overall flow of a school day and talk it through with your child. You might quietly walk through: What the morning will look like (getting dressed, packing bags) What happens after school (snack, break time, homework) How the evening will wind down (screen time limits, reading, bedtime) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/9391c0e0-3ae7-4447-a874-7023a3625bca/School+uniform+and+shoes+laid+out Attain Inspiration - 5 Ways to Prepare for a Smoother School Term - A quick supplies check can save you from the Sunday night scramble. Beyond the usual stationery, take a moment to look over the practical things that often get overlooked: Are their uniforms (and hats) clean and still fitting well? Are their school shoes still comfy and intact? Do they have everything they need for sports day, library, or music? https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/year-one-phonics-check monthly 0.5 2025-09-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/eafeb489-0b10-432a-a516-7d6f4d1be1d4/teacher-with-student-taking-test Attain Inspiration - The Year 1 Phonics Check Explained: A Guide for Queensland Parents - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/67006bfe-7c0b-420d-9cbc-ca0bd1bc5f98/phonics-examples Attain Inspiration - The Year 1 Phonics Check Explained: A Guide for Queensland Parents - The Year 1 phonics check is a quick one-on-one activity that your child completes with their classroom teacher. It usually takes just five to seven minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/508240f5-74d6-4d19-914f-3f92bf1446ff/confused-mother Attain Inspiration - The Year 1 Phonics Check Explained: A Guide for Queensland Parents - There’s no need to worry or change anything you’re already doing. The phonics check isn’t a high-stakes test. It’s a simple classroom screening activity that helps teachers understand how your child is progressing with early reading. The results aren’t used to label or rank students. Instead, they help teachers: spot gaps early offer support where it’s needed provide extra challenge if a child is ready for it. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/teaching-writing-explicitly monthly 0.5 2025-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/3ec0c1e6-1ec2-4a23-8aed-2cb50da311f9/Frustrated-girl-practicing-writing Attain Inspiration - If Year 9s Are Writing Like Year 4s, We Need to Talk About What Happens in Year 2 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/8bdc26c0-e23e-4fdc-a07a-04c7c1faac8d/Smiling-boy-practicing-writing Attain Inspiration - If Year 9s Are Writing Like Year 4s, We Need to Talk About What Happens in Year 2 - Most students who struggle with writing in Year 9 have had difficulties for years. These gaps often begin in the early primary years, between Prep and Year 4, during the critical window when writing foundations are supposed to be built. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/fa27fb64-76fd-4a7d-979f-d9db66a6bceb/Teacher-helping-students-with-writing Attain Inspiration - If Year 9s Are Writing Like Year 4s, We Need to Talk About What Happens in Year 2 Some schools and teachers are using explicit writing methods. But there are real challenges: Class sizes are large, and student needs vary widely. Time is limited, and curriculum units move quickly. Early years often focus more on reading than writing. There’s rarely enough space for one-on-one support for those who really need it. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/non-fiction-books-for-kids monthly 0.5 2025-08-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/f1ad5069-4927-4511-b849-8842c5f1685c/young-girl-reading-book-in-book-shop Attain Inspiration - Brave, Brilliant and True: 7 Non-Fiction Books That Inspire Kids to Dream Big - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/9367f4d7-8c89-4059-bcba-c95d93015bf5/mother-and-daughter-reading-together Attain Inspiration - Brave, Brilliant and True: 7 Non-Fiction Books That Inspire Kids to Dream Big - 3. A Good Thing Happened Today by Michelle Figueroa Brimming with positive news stories from around the world, this book offers a hopeful lens when the world feels full of hard headlines. Each story is a reminder that kindness matters, and even small actions can spark big change. Theme: Optimism, kindness, global citizenship. Best for: Ages 6–10. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/a6dc3ab4-6ff3-4689-880a-a77a583f1fa9/children-reading-in-library Attain Inspiration - Brave, Brilliant and True: 7 Non-Fiction Books That Inspire Kids to Dream Big - Real Stories, Real Impact Non-fiction isn’t just informative, it’s transformative. These stories aren’t about perfect people doing impossible things. They’re about real people doing meaningful things with persistence, creativity and care. They show children that adventure doesn’t always come with a magic wand. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/why-reading-matters monthly 0.5 2025-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/2a274b30-7f66-467a-afa3-9f2056c126cb/children-dressed-in-superhero-costumes Attain Inspiration - Book an Adventure: Why Reading Matters (and How to Help Your Child Love It) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/99b959f2-a6b1-402f-b94d-561f90cc9a6c/AdobeStock_515556239.jpg Attain Inspiration - Book an Adventure: Why Reading Matters (and How to Help Your Child Love It) - Book Week is meant to be a celebration. But for some kids, it quietly highlights what’s hard. We work with students every day who tell us things like: ❌ “I’m bad at reading.” ❌ “Books are boring.” ❌ “I hate this.” By the time those words come out, the problem usually isn’t just phonics anymore. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/fd834034-7473-4506-be97-1da6b6bf23c7/AdobeStock_367332850.jpeg Attain Inspiration - Book an Adventure: Why Reading Matters (and How to Help Your Child Love It) - ⭐ Keep it playful Act out scenes. Try silly voices. Build a reading nook out of pillows. The emotional experience of reading matters more than the content. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/how-to-set-goals monthly 0.5 2025-07-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/d001c9d7-df3a-4647-bbcd-63e8f3569c5d/girl-with-laptop-in-front-of-chalkboard-filled-with-aspirational-content Attain Inspiration - How to Set Goals that Turn Big Dreams Into Real Progress - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/3c128d72-3b3d-4c96-a533-6fa4fd2a4574/mother-and-son-reading-together Attain Inspiration - How to Set Goals that Turn Big Dreams Into Real Progress Big goals are great, but they can feel overwhelming if your child can’t see how they’re going to get there. Break each goal down into smaller steps and celebrate each one as it happens. For example: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7af762b8-69d3-41d7-b863-8569f2d863fe/a-girl-practices-timetables-with-her-grandma++++++++Ask+ChatGPT Attain Inspiration - How to Set Goals that Turn Big Dreams Into Real Progress - Even with the best goals in place, sometimes kids still find things tricky, and that’s okay. If your child is feeling stuck, frustrated or unsure of themselves, a little extra support can go a long way. One-on-one tutoring gives them space to slow down, ask questions and rebuild their confidence, step by step. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/understanding-your-childs-report-card monthly 0.5 2025-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/08e5fee7-3733-49dd-b00e-5db62dc4e6e7/mother-and-son-looking-at-report-card Attain Inspiration - What Your Child’s Report Card Really Means (And How to Use It To Support Their Growth) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/cfcccad4-480e-4da8-b04e-440a7aa94b88/table-of-year-level-achievement-scale Attain Inspiration - What Your Child’s Report Card Really Means (And How to Use It To Support Their Growth) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/71c655a7-8fca-418f-9959-ccd367720763/confident-girl-ready-for-school Attain Inspiration - What Your Child’s Report Card Really Means (And How to Use It To Support Their Growth) - A report card isn’t the whole story. It’s a snapshot. One part of a much bigger journey. As you move through these holidays, take a moment to acknowledge how far your child has come. Celebrate the effort, the resilience and the small wins. And if you see an opportunity to offer extra support, don’t hesitate. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/why-parents-choose-online-tutoring monthly 0.5 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/f1906f0f-58f7-4a1e-b391-ebfe0e37f2c2/boy-doing-online-tutoring-on-laptop Attain Inspiration - Why More Parents Are Choosing Online Tutoring (and Loving It) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/59dd133a-08f7-470c-a9ff-b46ac3596dae/messy-entryway-with-school-bags-shoes-and-socks Attain Inspiration - Why More Parents Are Choosing Online Tutoring (and Loving It) - For many families, online tutoring isn’t just a convenient option, it’s the kind of support that actually fits into real life. It gives kids a safe, familiar space to learn and gives parents one less thing to juggle. No commuting, no chaos, just meaningful learning from the comfort of home. And when everything feels a little more manageable, children are more relaxed, more open and more ready to learn. Here’s why more families are making the switch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/0e2f0500-f274-4371-b106-e810f10b803d/Boy+and+mum+using+laptop+in+kitchen Attain Inspiration - Why More Parents Are Choosing Online Tutoring (and Loving It) - Trying something new can feel daunting, especially with tech. But our sessions are easy to access and simple to use. Most kids are up and running within minutes. And if your child is younger, we’ll guide you through every step so everyone feels confident from the get-go. No tech wizardry required. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/what-does-progress-look-like monthly 0.5 2025-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7105af23-ae89-42e8-b40f-a090f005952f/Concerned-mother-watching-child-complete-homework Attain Inspiration - What Does Progress Look Like - and What to Do if You’re Worried - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/db47c9be-6dcc-4f5f-b92f-35575b4d7b62/Teacher-watching-child-complete-schoolwork. Attain Inspiration - What Does Progress Look Like - and What to Do if You’re Worried - Let us tell you a little secret… Progress isn’t a straight line. Every child learns at a different rate, and every child masters skills in their own time. There’ll be moments of big growth, times when things level out, and yes, even times when they need to go back and revisit something you thought they had already mastered. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/1dc0bcf3-07ba-4e70-aee2-9d7e4ef3448b/girl-learning-online-with-headphones-and-laptop Attain Inspiration - What Does Progress Look Like - and What to Do if You’re Worried - When a child isn’t making the progress they should, the right support can make a big difference. One-on-one tutoring gives children the time, space and personalised guidance they often can’t get in a busy classroom, and that’s where real growth happens. At Attain Education, every tutor is a qualified primary school teacher. That means your child gets expert help, tailored to exactly what they need, from someone who understands both the curriculum and how kids learn best. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/bf1e4f20-1175-4e0c-89cc-4bf95ffd9152/Screenshot+2025-06-03+124838.png Attain Inspiration - What Does Progress Look Like - and What to Do if You’re Worried - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/how-a-tutor-helps-confidence monthly 0.5 2025-06-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/9d221922-7b57-4f63-8a20-d79ac821834a/young-girl-doing-an-online-tutoring-session-on-her-laptop Attain Inspiration - How a Tutor Helps Build Confidence (and Why That Changes Everything) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/ad2e3c68-93c9-45b6-8a39-2fe091265576/girl-high-fives-mum-after-tutoring-session Attain Inspiration - How a Tutor Helps Build Confidence (and Why That Changes Everything) Let’s be clear: tutoring isn’t just about getting extra help with schoolwork. A great tutor doesn’t just explain concepts - they unlock a child’s belief in their own ability to learn. And that belief? That’s where the magic happens. Here’s how our tutors do it: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/fc6cd4e2-9a0a-46a1-8851-03ff7ec96801/boy-building-lego-stem-project Attain Inspiration - How a Tutor Helps Build Confidence (and Why That Changes Everything) When confidence takes root, the ripple effects are massive. Children start to: Take more initiative with their homework. Bounce back more easily from mistakes. Ask more questions in class. Challenge themselves with new tasks. View themselves as capable learners. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/a-confident-learner monthly 0.5 2025-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7706b87d-17ab-487e-ad6a-d015a1a73c46/confident-boy-studying-giving-a-thumbs-up Attain Inspiration - What a Confident Learner Really Looks Like (Hint: It’s Not Only About Grades) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/f5880b2a-0cf4-4440-9b74-3fbb5a5505da/child-raising-hand-during-a-reading-lesson Attain Inspiration - What a Confident Learner Really Looks Like (Hint: It’s Not Only About Grades) Questions to ask your child: What do you think the vinegar is doing to the eggshell? Why do you think the egg feels rubbery now? Why it works: The vinegar reacts with the calcium carbonate in the shell, causing it to dissolve. It’s science magic! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/1ec4b4b4-b2cf-46a4-b4e8-191a2e828332/mom-helping-child-with-homework Attain Inspiration - What a Confident Learner Really Looks Like (Hint: It’s Not Only About Grades) There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but here are a few strategies you can try at home: 1. Set meaningful, manageable goals When kids help set their own goals, even small ones, they feel a sense of ownership over their progress. Reaching those goals reinforces the idea that their effort leads to real results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/a98482b1-9e18-4d27-8bc2-c5c994089502/smiling-tutor-teaching Attain Inspiration - What a Confident Learner Really Looks Like (Hint: It’s Not Only About Grades) - Let’s face it, helping your child with school work can feel overwhelming. The curriculum is constantly changing, your evenings are packed, and sometimes just getting through homework can be a battle. And when your child’s confidence is already low, it’s even harder to know how to help. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/5-hands-on-easter-fun-activities monthly 0.5 2025-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/01b0e25e-b6b7-44e5-baa7-ff1b80cc4734/a-family-sits-around-the-table-decorating-eggs-mom-and-daugher-are-wearing-easter-bunny-ear-headbands Attain Inspiration - 5 Hands-On Easter Fun Activities That Teach Through Play - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/72f948f2-7c20-421a-8ab3-10a9dbe2ee28/rubber-egg-squished-between-fingers Attain Inspiration - 5 Hands-On Easter Fun Activities That Teach Through Play Questions to ask your child: What do you think the vinegar is doing to the eggshell? Why do you think the egg feels rubbery now? Why it works: The vinegar reacts with the calcium carbonate in the shell, causing it to dissolve. It’s science magic! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/8f074cc3-8c9c-4d0e-bfe1-b927b3155c6e/an-egg-with-a-smiling-face-drawn-on-with-marker-sits-in-a-lego-car-on-a-kitchen-bench Attain Inspiration - 5 Hands-On Easter Fun Activities That Teach Through Play A twist on the classic egg drop challenge! If your child loved the egg drop activity we shared in a previous blog post, they’ll be all over this creative upgrade. The goal is the same - protect a raw egg from breaking - but this time, it’s riding in a custom-built crash-test car! It’s the perfect chance to explore design, impact, and engineering in motion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/e659d53b-a466-4a63-a783-bfaf62c1443b/a-carrot-top-is-sitting-in-a-white-saucer-the-green-tops-are-regrowing Attain Inspiration - 5 Hands-On Easter Fun Activities That Teach Through Play Turn leftover carrot tops into a mini Easter garden! This slow-growing experiment teaches patience and plant science and adds a touch of greenery to your windowsill. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/the-truth-about-naplan-and-why-you-dont-need-to-panic-95w3z monthly 0.5 2025-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/6c768882-4796-4d00-b394-ff7de1cdaa04/teacher-and-mother-having-conversation-in-classroom Attain Inspiration - Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conversation: 5 Key Questions to Ask - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/c40d24c6-d830-4f54-b43b-8e705b0758c9/5-primary-aged-children-collaborating-at-table Attain Inspiration - Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conversation: 5 Key Questions to Ask - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/fe1cbb10-9fc6-4a5f-843f-72e6f77c7b52/boy-talking-to-mum-who-is-listening-attentively Attain Inspiration - Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conversation: 5 Key Questions to Ask - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/the-truth-about-naplan-and-why-you-dont-need-to-panic monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/c0a4e357-8306-431a-960e-46347507347c/boy-in-classroom-with-thumbs-up-and-smiling Attain Inspiration - The Truth About NAPLAN (and Why You Don’t Need to Panic) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/53de5d99-51f1-4e5b-84cb-983dcf39ed0b/myth-written-with-chalk-on-blackboard Attain Inspiration - The Truth About NAPLAN (and Why You Don’t Need to Panic) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/bd02c628-3181-435f-b5d5-f8ac9779004e/waterbottle-pencils-ipad-and-a-school-bag-on-kitchen-bench Attain Inspiration - The Truth About NAPLAN (and Why You Don’t Need to Panic) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/what-to-do-when-your-child-falls-behind monthly 0.5 2025-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/da0415a5-2041-43e6-992e-652f5bd4df54/frustrated-child-looking-upset-at-a-kitchen-table-with-homework.jpeg Attain Inspiration - An Action Plan for Parents: What to Do When Your Child Falls Behind - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/8d125d07-3acb-4404-abee-977e7c3116e2/teacher-and-parent-having-discussion-in-classroom Attain Inspiration - An Action Plan for Parents: What to Do When Your Child Falls Behind - Set up a meeting or send an email. Ask: What specific areas does my child need help with? Are there classroom strategies that seem to work for them? What additional resources would you recommend? Are there any school-based support programs available? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/ffc7f0da-5881-44d6-aa25-adf4290756bf/woman-looking-confident-and-ready-to-help Attain Inspiration - An Action Plan for Parents: What to Do When Your Child Falls Behind - Finding the right tutor is a big decision! Our guide, Top 10 Questions to Pick the Perfect Tutor, can help you choose the best fit for your child. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/83c10859-773b-4e35-8f63-aeb885df9980/mum-and-young-daughter-sitting-at-table-giving-each-other-a-high-five Attain Inspiration - An Action Plan for Parents: What to Do When Your Child Falls Behind - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://attaineducation.com.au/inspiration/a-book-for-every-stage-ignite-your-childs-love-of-reading monthly 0.5 2023-08-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/1692757577923-5I8YQIHZPJZOT37UDZY9/top-view-of-girl-reading-on-bed-with-books-around-her Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/b2b7bd54-8c02-4f96-8f2d-c87c8a28d53e/book-cover-portraying-koala-clinging-to-tree-branch Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out You can prompt your child to think about what the hour is by showing them what the previous o’clock time was. This is a very visual way to help your child understand how time works. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/4d906ca0-2a07-4bbe-a5e2-d0af033da4a5/book-cover-portraying-large-seed-character.jpg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/32eddd8f-bba9-43f4-a4c3-991cf8a2d08f/book-cover-portraying-five-children-jumping-from-jetty-into-water.jpg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/89241001-66ae-4151-a4cc-c05ca9dc88e5/book-cover-portraying-six-happy-children-playing-near-pond.jpg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/b287e4f9-0872-440d-b7b2-628a83af56b6/sad-boy-holding-a-book.jpg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Is your child a reluctant reader? Our specialist primary tutors can engage your child and uncover the reasons behind the reluctance. They offer solutions and open the door to the exciting world of books! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/7a01f356-bbe4-4767-99f2-1efe6c52ca47/book-cover-portraying-koala-screaming-with-bulging-eyes.jpeg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/6107e640-1d0f-48eb-91e9-5eef223bf5b3/book-cover-portraying-dog-playfully-licking-girls-cheek.jpeg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/9658efb1-0b14-4b12-bf62-1c15530543ef/book-cover-portraying-abstract-face-with-one-eye.jpeg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/58cfb396-f4b5-4d66-9f48-2431f134701f/two-parents-walking-down-street-with-two-children.jpeg Attain Inspiration - A Book for Every Stage: Ignite Your Child’s Love of Reading - Watch the movie! You can watch the heartwarming film based on this novel! Be sure to to get the tissues out, as this one will tug at your heartstrings! 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Skip counting is a building block for multiplication. You can use number charts, songs, rhymes and stories to help your child establish skip counting sequences in a fun way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/07a19faf-0210-4bbd-97e2-4c95dc423b17/Close-in-view-of-an-analog-smartwatch-on-a-persons-wrist.jpg Attain Inspiration - How to Teach Your Child to Tell Time - Don’t jump in with digital If your child has a digital clock in their room, consider changing it for a traditional clock face. Perhaps you could let them pick a new watch as an opportunity for them to engage with their new challenge! 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You can use number charts, songs, rhymes and stories to help your child establish skip counting sequences in a fun way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/24f3c2a0-fc5c-4647-a36f-0aabd47f1dbb/Multiplication-facts-grid-10-by-10-with-year-level-colour-coding.png Attain Inspiration - The Best Order to Learn Times Tables - Make it stand out Here’s a great way to visually keep track of what multiplication facts your child will be learning at school. 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A growth mindset is important when tackling learning (and elsewhere in life in fact!) because… you believe that your abilities aren’t fixed and with hard work, focus and determination you can grow them! you become more intrinsically motivated and develop an internal desire to continue learning and succeed! you start to find challenges exciting and look to tackle more and more tricky things! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ed3cc63912a495e0dce8d88/4c613f1f-a13a-4865-82e8-8c23cf96eb28/Confident+tutoring+student+raising+hand Attain Inspiration - Growth vs Fixed Mindset: What It Means For Your Child - Helping Your Child Shift From Fixed to Growth Mindset If your child is stuck in a fixed mindset and you want to help them shift to a growth mindset, a good starting point is to chat to their teacher. You can ask them how they support this in the classroom, and see if their teacher can offer any advice for what you can do at home to foster a growth mindset. 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