Missy Purcell explains what “evidence-based” should mean in schools, clarifies the differences between Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instruction, and offers parents clear questions to ask when advocating for their child.

Emma Chapman shares how she turned her fears into fuel, transforming her dyslexia and self-doubt into the driving force behind UK Country Hats and the UK’s first live Hat Bar.

Dr Samantha Sweeney explores how racism and racial discrimination interact with childhood anxiety, showing how experiences of exclusion, microaggressions, and systemic bias can intensify anxiety symptoms, while offering families practical strategies to support children as victims, bystanders, or perpetrators in creating safer, more inclusive environments.

This feature spotlights Dyslexia Diaries, co-created by literacy specialist Suzanne Diermann and media creative Katie Rebagliati, to elevate authentic dyslexic voices, counter myths, and grow understanding through community stories.

Steve Hoersting highlights the importance of validating a child's feelings, its significant psychological benefits, and offers practical strategies to build emotional awareness, resilience, and healthy relationships.

Young journalist Bartek Pilarski has a chat with dyslexia advocate Faye Theriault about her life, work and her School of Fish.

Simon da Roza reframes ADHD as a biopsychosocial difference existing at the intersection of neurology, cognition, and environment, challenging stereotypes and urging systemic change in schools, families, and workplaces so that strengths like curiosity, creativity, and rapid learning can thrive.

Golden Navarro shares her journey from a childhood marked by dyslexia, trauma, and self-doubt to becoming a confident storyteller and business owner who transforms her struggles into strengths and uses her voice to inspire others to embrace their differences.

Fresh from winning third place in the Stampede Junior Reporter Contest, nine-year-old Bartek Pilarski reflects with wisdom beyond his years on dyslexia and self-belief, while his mum, Christina Pilarski, offers an honest look at the parenting journey behind his confidence.