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Writing milestones

Learn about the development of writing skills at different stages.

Learning disabilities

A child with a learning disability has significant challenges with reading, writing and/or math. These learning problems can affect how they perform in school. Learn more about learning disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Writing disabilities: Overview

A writing disability is when a child has significant challenges with writing. Learn about writing disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Reading milestones

Mark Family Literacy Day by learning the reading and writing tasks a child can normally complete at different ages and stages.

Reading disabilities: Overview

A reading disability is a specific type of learning disability. Learn about the symptoms of a reading disability, diagnosis and treatment.

Learning

Learn about academic milestones, bullying and how different types of health conditions and learning disabilities may affect your child at school.

Reading and writing resources

There are many resources available to help your child learn to read, including books, workbooks, games and computer programs.

Learning disabilities: Overview

A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.

Mathematics milestones

Learn the math skills expected of your child at different stages.

Writing and printing resources

Learn about resources that are available for parents to help their children improve their writing and printing skills.

Cognitive development in school-age children

During the school-age years, your child will demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.

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Speech and language: How to help with articulation

Learn about articulation milestones in children and when to consider a speech assessment with a speech-language pathologist for articulation difficulties.

Reading: How to help early and struggling readers

Learn about the everyday activities you can do with your child to develop their reading skills.

Reading problems: When to worry

Learn about some signs that indicate your child may need extra help with reading.

Neuropsychological assessments for children with brain tumours

In-depth information concerning the nature of neuropsychological assessments and whether your child should undergo one.

When to worry about reading problems

There are several signs you can look for to determine if your child is having trouble with reading. While all children develop at their own pace, if you suspect your child has a problem, the earlier it is resolved the better the outcome will be for their future learning.

What is a good A1c reading?

Find out what a good A1c reading is and what it means for your child.

Sickle cell disease: Tips for healthy sleep

Discover seven tips to help you fall asleep and get the best sleep possible.

Sickle cell disease: Improving your sleep habits

Learn how sleep training and creating a nesting place for relaxing activities can help you fall asleep more easily.

When brain tumours and treatment affect learning

Learn about the impact that brain tumours, surgery and treatment, may have on your child's ability to learn.

Screen time: Overview

Find out how much screen time your child should have each day and how screen time affects your child’s health and wellbeing.

Suicide and self-harm

Read about suicide and self-harm, including why these thoughts may occur, the signs and symptoms and how to find help.

Screen time for teens: Overview

Find out what screen time is, how much time you should be spending online and how too much screen time can impact your mental health.

Social and emotional development in toddlers and preschool-age children

As a toddler, and during pre-school age, your child continues to grow socially and emotionally. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.

Sickle cell disease and types of communication

Learn about different types of communication and find out why good communication is important when you have sickle cell disease.