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An insightful blog for parents with recipes, healthy eating tips, guidance on how to deal with bullying, and other parenting advice.
The power of compounding is the most important investing lesson you will ever teach your kids
Some parents assume investing is too hard a concept for their kids to understand. Sure, you may teach your child to save their pocket money, but do you delve into more weighty financial topics like the principle of compounded wealth?
How to discuss money around the dinner table
Sitting around a dinner table is a great way to get the family talking – especially about money.
There are several money matters you can discuss.
Four money traps to warn your kids about
It takes willpower and experience to manage your finances and resist the constant barrage of money traps, like high-interest-rate credit card offers.
Mistakes are even harder to avoid when you don't realise they're mistakes.
Top 10 questions to ask when your kids want to buy something
It’s hard to decide when to buy your kids something they ask for and when to deny them, especially if money is tight.
One solution is to first discuss the purchase with your kids and weigh up the pros and cons.
The pros and cons of pocket money
Choosing to give your children pocket money or just buying them what they want is a hard choice. So let’s look at the pros and cons of giving children pocket money to help you decide.
How to get your kids to care about budgeting
Part of raising your kids is preparing them to become financially independent and manage their finances. And that includes teaching them how to budget.
How to turn kids into good savers with the FLX App
According to Mozo’s Piggy Bank Report 2021, 63% of Australian parents give their kids pocket money. If you’re part of the 63%, you’re helping instil the value of money in your kids.
Flexischools Security Reminder
Flexischools and FLX are aware of the recent Optus data breach. This unfortunate event serves as a reminder for us all to consider some of the basic things we can do to increase our diligence as consumers of digital services.
Why financial security and delayed gratification go hand in hand
We live in an instant “buy now pay later” world. If kids adopt this mindset when they are young, they could end up with unhealthy money habits as adults.
The biggest money mistakes parents make with their children
If you’re like many parents, you don’t want to burden your children with financial concerns.
Recycling with AI/ML and The Stained-Glass Cookie Experiment
This year’s National Science Week theme is Glass: more than meets the eye!
Awarding talented students across Australia
Sebastian Onate-Henriquez is a seven year old social entrepreneur on a mission to start his own green revolution.
Anzac Cookies
Looking for baking inspiration? Check out this awesome Anzac cookie recipe from MasterChef!
Screen-free school holiday fun for kids, tweens and teens
How much screen time is too much? With the school holidays fast approaching, you may be wondering how to maintain a healthy screen use balance and looking for screen-free entertainment ideas.
Teaching your kids to spend wisely
Learning to earn and save is important for your kids, but knowing how to spend wisely is another important financial skill for them to learn.
Top 10 chores for 10-12 year old boys and girls
Giving your kids responsibilities and linking them to pocket money is another way to teach your kids the value of money.
Girls Day Out in STEM: Sustainability CryptoQuest
Combine your love of tech and the environment in the Girls Day Out in STEM (GDOS) Sustainability CryptoQuest.
How parent associations are preparing students for future careers
Parent associations are at the heart of the school when it comes to connecting communities, fundraising, and helping the school with their projects.
1st in HSC English Ext 1 & 2! A state-ranker’s top 7 tips to achieve Band 6 results
Imagine this. You're about to enter your senior years, and it's time for you to focus your efforts and get serious about the way you're going to approach English.
How to help your child manage anxiety
It’s not just adults who get anxious, children do too. But when they have the right strategies, they can stay calm, controlled, and believe in themselves.