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Needs of children with seriously ill parents are being neglected, says OU report
Lucy is 16, and her Mum was diagnosed with breast cancer a year ago. Although she's got older siblings she is the only child living ... -
The primary school teachers who inspire young readers
Two primary school teachers and a Birmingham based school are being celebrated for their innovation and creativity in encouraging pupils to read for pleasure. Research ... -
Reading aloud to children: 7 steps to making it magical
There is no blueprint for reading aloud, but these simple steps from Professor Teresa Cremin will help you relax and enjoy the special time that ... -
Why child trafficking spikes after natural disasters – and what we can do about it
When a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal in April 2015, it killed well over 8,000 people and turned much of the country into a disaster ... -
'So proud to be a social worker'
The OU has been training social workers for over 18 years with 300 people graduating in the field each year. To celebrate World Social Work Day ... -
7 ways to keep your children safe online
From homework to games, research projects to connecting with friends, the internet's a huge draw for children and a valuable modern-day resource. It's also a ... -
The trouble with teenagers: it stems from what they learn about friendship in school
I visited a Norwegian secondary school a couple of years ago and met a young man who had been identified as having profound and multiple ...
