Dianne Todaro-Wells
- Masters of Philosophy (Edu) Research 2023 (Currently studying)
- Diploma of Teaching with Distinction 1988
- Diploma of Children’s Writing 1996
Currently, in 2023, Dianne is studying for a Master of Philosophy (Edu). This study will demonstrate that there is a need for research into how teachers and parents can best collaborate and communicate with one another to support learning outcomes. In this context, the proposed research seeks to be a positive and proactive inquiry designed to open up the classroom door and the kitchen door to listen to the teachers and parents on the topic of sexual literacy for children. This study does not focus on the content of Consent and Sexuality Education, which is mandated in all Australian schools. Rather, it explores the constraints and inhibitors that affect the effective delivery, communication, and collaborative pedagogy between parents/carers and primary schools on this topic.
Dianne is the author of "How to talk to boys". She is the recipient of the 2018 Global Presence Humanitarian Award for her contribution to support over 130,000 children with books that springboard conversations about their sexual identity.
Dianne is the Concept Designer ‘the ideas person’ behind the books titled: Puberty Girl, Puberty Boy, Sexpectations Girl/Boy and How to talk to Girls. She attracted a team of writers, an incredible publishing team and today is known for her publishing works in the area of promoting Sexual literacy and agency for young people. The Puberty books have now been translated into 10 languages around the world.