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14 Sensational Sentence Structure Resources and Activities
Read this blog for some of our top sentence structure resources and activities for the classroom.
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15 Marvellous Muffin Tray Activities for the Classroom
We've baked up some delightful muffin tray activities for the classroom... you won't be able to top these!
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12+ Fresh and Fun Spring Activities for Kids
Get into the 'spring' of things with your class with these 12+ fresh and fun Spring activities for kids!
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Colour Coding Ideas for the Classroom (Why Teachers Love It!)
Colour coding in the classroom isn't just fun - it serves a purpose! Check out these cool colour coding ideas for the classroom...
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Be the Coolest Teacher Around (Bitmoji in the Classroom)
There are so many fun ways you can use your Bitmoji in the classroom. Check out this collection of cute and fun ideas your students will love!
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Mental and Physical Health During a Pandemic and Education Updates from Around the World
July was a jam-packed month with podcast appearances from Maggie Dent, Mr D, Jordyn Pol and Amelia Berner from OzHarvest!
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What Teachers Should Know About the Science of Reading Research
Have you heard about the Science of Reading research? We've simplified some of the main points for you in this blog...
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The Cone and Cylinder Debate!
Do cones and cylinders have edges and faces? The debate is cleared up in this blog.
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Time Chunking: Survival Tips for Busy Teachers
What is time chunking and how does it help teachers feel less "over it" and more "on it"?
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Meet the Teach Starter US Team!
Meet the creative minds behind the US Teach Starter team.
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Phonological Awareness Screening Test for the Classroom
Use this phonological screening test to gain a greater understanding of how your students are progressing.
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Hacks to Help Students Catch Up on Missed Work
Make classroom routine a breeze, even when students are absent! Follow our hints on how to manage and help students catch up on missed work in your classroom.
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11 Ways to Play (The Importance of Play in Childhood Development)
Have your children been engaging in more play than usual lately? It may be comforting to know the importance of play in childhood development - and how it can look!
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Sight Word Game | Minimal Set up and Kids LOVE it!
A sight word game that has minimal set up and your kids will be begging you to play!
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Sunflower Paper Craft for Kids | Easy and Fun
The ultimate paper craft activity to welcome your students back to school! It's bright, cheerful, fun and easy for kids.
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How to Help Kids Focus in the Classroom
These simple, yet effective activities are perfect to help kids focus.
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Teacher Immunity, Kids and COVID and Teaching Remotely
Bringing you up to date on all things education in April and May! For the Love of Teaching is Australia's favourite teacher podcast.
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Word Family Paper Cups | Hands-On Phonics
Find out how fun and easy it is to make word family paper cups. Use these clever cups as a hands-on learning tool to accelerate learning in early years phonics. Plus, find other essential word family teaching resources.
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Working Memory in Kids (Printable Resources and Activities)
This blog will highlight how to foster and develop a child's working memory through activities and games in the classroom environment.
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Teachers: TED Talks You'll Want to Watch!
Want to feel uplifted and inspired? What you do matters - these TED talks for teachers will help concrete this thought in your mind.
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8 Brilliant Ways to Cook and Learn with Kids!
Cooking with kids is a brilliant way to learn from home and at school. Don't miss these 8 learning suggestions with curriculum focus and delicious benefits. Plus, teaching resources that rise to the occasion.
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Symmetry for Kids - Grid Drawing Activities (NEW Resource)
Do you want a fun, engaging activity to teach symmetry for kids? These fun building block grid activities are the best way to do it!
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Rainy Day Activities | Rainbow Foam Fun
An uplifting rainy day activity that's quick, easy and fun! Rainbow foam will brighten any day and open doors to hands-on learning, science and sensory play!
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Making the Most of Teaching From Home (Home Classroom Inspiration!)
Are you teaching from home for the foreseeable future! You are a superstar! We'd love to help you out with these inspirational tips from teachers like you.
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65 Fun Activities to Stop Kids Saying... 'I'm Bored!'
Are you looking for boredom busters? This list of 65 fun things to do at home with kids is a game-changer!
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9 Fun Outdoor Learning Activities for Kids
Find out how easy and fun it is to take learning outside with 9 inspiring outdoor activities for kids.
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20 Amazing Sidewalk Chalk Ideas for Learning (and Fun)
Are you stuck at home? Do you need to get out in the fresh air? These awesome sidewalk chalk ideas for learning are your new best friend!
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Virtual Excursions Plus Fun Activities Kids Will Love
A collection of some of the best virtual excursions and learning experiences kids will absolutely love!
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Little Learners Month: Germ Control, Literacy and Special Education
Podcast update! You asked for more about early years teaching, and we’ve come through with the goods. For the entire month of March, we’re celebrating amazing early years teachers!
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Role Play Area in the Classroom (Fruit and Vegetable Shop)
The cutest, most adorable fruit and vegetable role play printable collection you ever did see...
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World Refugee Day Activities
Encourage kindness, understanding and empathy by engaging your students in one of these simple World Refugee Day classroom activities!
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CVC Words | New and Improved Printable Resources
Are you teaching CVC words to your little learners yet? Here are some fantastic new printable CVC words resources.