‘Kaukauwa’ Inspired by my time teaching in Fiji, the story ‘Kaukauwa’  follows a young boy named Peter as he discovers the power of confidence. In a primary school classroom filled with children from many cultures- where the Fijian boys were big, bold, and rugby mad - I saw firsthand how encouragement could help children overcome worries, build real confidence, and even stand up to bullies. In this tale, a touch of magic sparks Peter’s courage, but its message is universal: when we believe in...

Extended Reality Laboratory – Flinders University and video   Director: Professor Gretchen Geng Link: https://www.xrplaylab.com     The XR Lab at Flinders University, part of the College of Education, Psychology, and Social Work (CEPSW), is dedicated to advancing immersive technologies for education, research, and industry. The XR Lab promotes digital literacy and prepares learners and professionals for a future shaped by all kinds of immersive technologies.   The XR Lab provides a space for...

Big Talks for Little People: A Pilot Study of a Classroom Based Mental Health Program Phillip Slee | Shane Pill | Deborah Agnew Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia Health Promotion Journal of Australia  < https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja .> Correspondence: Phillip Slee ( phillip.slee@flinders.edu.au )  This project was funded by the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation and Little Heroes Foundation. Keywords : anxiety | bullying | emotional expression | mental health | social...