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Marble Jar Reward System for the Classroom
The counting and clinking of the marbles going into the jar were always the most exciting part of this whole class reward system!
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Teacher Life After Kids
Returning to work after having kids isn't the easiest of gigs. But when you're passionate about what you do, it's a lot easier. Here's a real-life "teacher mum" story.
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Classroom Art Projects Inspired by Children's Books
Creative ideas for classroom art projects inspired by children's books.
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23 Creative Narrative Teaching Resources for the Classroom
Teaching narrative writing? It's all here...everything you need!
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"Quiet Please!" A Parent's Guide to Peacefully Creating Calm
Find out how to beat the busyness of life with these simple ways of creating calm for yourself and your children.
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60 Free Visual Writing Prompts for Kids | Classroom Game Changer
Read about our free ULTIMATE collection of visual writing prompts and how you can use them in your classroom.
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10 Simple Ways to Encourage Students to Ask Questions in Class
Do you have students that don't ask questions in the classroom? Check out this list of ideas from an early years teacher in the know.
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10 Excellent Earth Day Classroom Activities and Resources
It's Earth Day on April 22! These fantastic sustainability activities will engage your students as they learn about all plastic pollution - what it is and how to stop it!
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10 Exciting QR Code Classroom Activity Ideas
Here are 10 awesome ways to use QR Codes in your classroom. These ideas and teaching resources cover Mathematics, Comprehension and more!
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10 Simple Steps to Improve Classroom Organisation
10 simple and effective ways to improve organisation in your classroom and to make your day a whole lot easier!
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Self-Regulating Emotions with a Chill Out Corner in the Classroom
Eventually, every child will encounter a time when they experience overwhelming emotions. Without self-regulation or a safe place to escape, these emotions can spiral into a chaotic episode.
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The Ultimate Parts of Speech Flip Book
Don't miss this parts of speech resource that will make teaching and learning grammar easy.
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21 Fabulous Classroom Organisation Ideas
Before you head on another classroom organisation shopping spree, check out resource categorisation, classroom colour-schemes, motivational quotes & more!
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Reading Corner Ideas for Early to Upper Years!
Creating a reading corner? Need inspiration? On a budget? We'll show you the 10 best spaces for lower and upper primary classrooms.
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32 Tips for Teaching Narrative Writing
Tips and tricks to use when teaching narrative writing in the classroom.
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Romero Britto Inspired Art Activities
Check out these gorgeous Romero Britto inspired art activities...
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21 Inspirational Quotes About Teachers to Pick You Up on Tough Days
These inspirational quotes for teachers are just what you need on a hard day! Share the positivity with your fellow educators.
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Nine Nifty ways to use a Pack of Cards in the Classroom
Read this blog for nine simply nifty ways to use a pack of cards in your classroom. Everything you need to know...
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4 Benefits of Monitoring Student Progress in the Classroom
This blog outlines four benefits of monitoring student progress, with links to helpful resources that will assist you in your own classroom.
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The Inspiring Evolution of a Teacher
In the seven years that Chantelle has been teaching she has not only mastered all of the day-to-day juggles of a classroom teacher but has also continued to extend herself professionally, ensuring that as contemporary education evolves, she does too!
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Using a Peace Table for Classroom Dispute Resolution
Montessori-style peace tables are being adopted by mainstream classroom teachers to effectively teach young children conflict resolution skills!
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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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5 Ways to Spark Imagination in the Classroom Using Writing Prompts
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35 Different Ways to Ask "How Was Your Day?"
Don't get stuck in the same old after-school conversation! Check out this great list of alternatives to asking "How was your day?".
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Delightful Printable Resources for Library Lovers' Day
Did you know it's Library Lovers' Day on the 14th of February? Check out these super gorgeous ways to celebrate at your school.
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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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5 Steps to Using Classroom Reward Systems in a Meaningful Way
Should you set up an extrinsic classroom reward system? Or, should you be ditching prizes and telling students that the greatest reward is their new knowledge/new skill/being a good person? This blog post will make the answer clear!
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The Cone and Cylinder Debate!
The debate is over...we have come to our final decision.
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Fun Letter Formation Activities for Kids | Sensory Tray Ideas
Are you looking for some fun letter formation activities for your classroom? Our ideas have been tried and tested by little hands with a big tick of approval!
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Fun Easter Bunny Craft Idea
These Easter bunnies are doing their rounds on social media...and it's no wonder why - they are super cute and easy!!
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10 Easy, Simple Addition Activities for Kids
Are your students frustrated with the concept of addition? Make addition fun in the classroom, or even at home, with these creative, easy and effective hands-on activities.
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A Fail-Safe Guide to School Excursions
There's nothing like taking learning outside of the classroom! Read our tips on how to make your school excursions memorable for all the right reasons!