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Free worksheets, free printables, and more are here for primary teachers to save time on lesson planning! Get a taste of the Teach Starter difference with classroom activities, learning games, lesson plans and more teacher-created resources that you can download for free right now!
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The Secret to Effective Classroom Transitions
Do you want your students to save time with classroom transitions? Move seamlessly between lessons with our top tips!
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How to Use a Mailbox in the Classroom
This blog has everything you need to know about setting up a classroom mailbox in your classroom today!
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How to Teach Reading | an Essential Guide
A research-based look into the essentials of teaching reading and the importance of looking at the big picture.
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Real World Mathematics | Exploring Maths with an End of Term Party
Planning an end of term party for your class? It's the perfect occasion to explore mathematics in a real world context!
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6 Benefits of Using Gamification in the Classroom
What is gamification and how can it be used to enhance learning in the classroom? Read this blog for everything you need to know about gamification in the classroom.
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Student Happy Mail | Printable Mailbox for the Classroom
A little happy mail to brighten your students' day in the form of a printable mailbox for your classroom.
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Persuasive Writing Examples For Kids | Bump It Up Wall Template
This persuasive bump it up wall template is perfect! It can be used for its persuasive writing examples and for goal setting in the classroom.
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Hands-On Addition Activities for the Classroom
Our top picks for hands-on activities to consolidate simple addition.
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Can't Touch This... Cactus Classroom Theme Pack
These funky little succulents make us smile! Get organised in style with this awesome new printable classroom theme pack.
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How to Make a Practical Teacher Survival Kit
As a refreshing change from the usual back-to-school content teachers consume, here's a guide for setting up a Teacher Survival Kit for yourself or a teaching bestie!
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What's the Deal with the 4-Day School Week?
Have you heard the buzz about the 4-day school week? Growing in popularity across the US, we break down the pros and cons of a shortened teaching week.
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Group Work in the Classroom | How to Effectively Organise Group Rotations
Check out these super helpful resources and tips for managing group work in your classroom.
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Informative Writing | Teaching Tips and Unit Plans
Are you teaching informative writing? Read this article for must-have tips, teaching resources and unit plans!
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Meet Our Teacher - Bronwyn Brady
Meet content creator and podcast host, Bronwyn Brady! Learn all about her teaching experience, passion for education, and her favourite blogs and podcasts over the last few years.
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New Genius Hour Resources! Everything You Need for Inquiry-Based Learning Projects
This brand new teaching resource pack will help you support students in their own self-directed, open-ended inquiry projects!
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The Ultimate Halloween Maths Activities (2020)
The spookiest maths group activities around! Get ready for some serious learning this Halloween.
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An Easy No-Sew Teaching Apron
Check out this simple DIY teacher's apron using a tea towel and a hot glue gun!
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Meet Our Teacher - Holly Mitchell
Meet our lovely Early Years teacher, Holly! Get to know Holly's passion for teaching, her teaching background, and some of her favourite blogs published.
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Sound Boxes (Elkonin Boxes) vs Word Shape Boxes
How Elkonin Boxes (aka Sound Boxes) can transform your literacy instructions.
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Lunar New Year Craft Activities for Kids (Year of the Rat)
Are you looking for some Lunar New Year craft activities for kids? Check out some of our resources and ideas...
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6 Cheap and Clever Classroom Organisation Hacks
Are you looking for ways to manage the copious amount of paperwork that will most likely start hitting your desk within hours of starting the school year? This blog is for you...
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Thinking of Becoming a Relief Teacher? Read This!
Thinking of becoming a relief teacher? Take a look at why casual teaching could be a great career step for you (written by a relief teacher).
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World Environment Day 2020 Classroom Resources and Activities
How are you going to celebrate World Environment Day with your class? Take a look at these interesting classroom activities and resources on Biodiversity.
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Resource Alert! NEW Giant Printable Colouring Sheet
Stop everything and check out this brand new resource! Break out the pencils and crayons - this Giant Colouring Sheet will make any classroom buzz.
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How to Teach Multiplication to Little Mathematicians (Curriculum-Aligned)
Repeated addition, equal groups and arrays are just some of the learning concepts we have included in this blog to discuss the best practice for how to teach multiplication to little learners.
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A Simple Way to Get Kids Writing Every Day
Have you ever wondered how to get kids writing every day without fielding a chorus of collective groans? Check out how to make daily writing practise a breeze!
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8 Classroom Seating Arrangements to Help You Plan Your Layout
Explore teachers' favourite classroom seating arrangement ideas to help you plan your classroom layout!
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Plant Power | 5 Benefits of Plants in the Classroom
Who doesn't like a bit of greenery in their grade? We're here to tell you all the great things about growing plants in the classroom!
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How to Talk to About Report Cards With Your Children
As a parent or carer, we can spend a significant amount of time (over?!) thinking the best way to talk to our kids about their report cards. Here are 5 tips to ensure a meaningful conversation is had!
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Why You Should be Teaching Mindfulness to Improve Student Learning
Exactly how does teaching mindfulness improve student learning? Take a look at the proven benefits and read tips for teaching mindfulness in the 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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50 Activities for Teaching Grammar
Teaching grammar has never been easier. A reveal of the mind-blowing result of our number one teaching resource request!