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6 Place Value Games for the Classroom
A must-read article packed full of place value games for the classroom!
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9 Clock Hacks to Make Your Classroom Buzz!
We've collated nine ways to jazz up your classroom clock and make it the star of the show! Clocks are a staple in classrooms globally - make yours shine!
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It's a Classroom Games Bonanza!
See the Teach Starter team in action, creating awesome new classroom games just for you!
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Composting in the Classroom - Including Curriculum Links!
Nearly 25% of all landfill waste could have been composted into a rich, beneficial resource. This blog outlines how you can compost in your classroom...
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Why Students Reverse Letters - A Guide for Teachers (Mirror Writing)
Have you got students who reverse their letters? Learn why students struggle with mirror writing and how to help them 'un-learn' this behaviour.
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Sensory Processing Disorder | What to Look for and Support
Students with Sensory Processing Disorder are in every classroom. Find out what it is and how you can support children with SPD in your classroom.
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25 Social Stories To Use in the Mainstream Classroom
Social stories describe social situations or concepts in a layout that is clear and meaningful for children. Teach Starter have created 25 social stories, templates and pictures for the use in mainstream classrooms.
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Teacher Hacks That Will Blow Your Mind
This selection of amazing dollar store teacher hacks are so Instagram worthy, you'll be jumping in your car and driving to your nearest shop in no time.
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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.
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10 Positively Perfect Picture Books to Teach Procedural Writing
A list of 10 positively perfect books to introduce and teacher procedural writing to young kids.
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Basket of Tricks - 5 Minute Time Fillers for the Classroom
My days were always jam packed with educational goodness, that's why when 5 minutes opened up - it really threw me!
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The Importance of Using Maths Terminology
An insight into the importance of using maths terminology and ideas for teaching maths vocabulary in the classroom.
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Is Teaching Consonant Blends to Kids Worthwhile?
Is the teaching of consonant blends redundent?
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5 Ways to Use Letter Tiles in the Classroom
Are you looking for a fun engaging vocabulary activity to use with your class? You will want to download our letter tiles printable after reading this blog!
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Sound and Letter Art Ideas
15 of the cutest letter art ideas you ever did see...
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Talking to Students About Difficult Topics | Part 1: Explaining Puberty
Talking to students about difficult topics doesn't have to be scary! In this blog we help you explain all things puberty - the how, the when, and the what!
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25 Awesome Classroom Anchor Charts
Take a look at these 25 amazing anchor charts and see how these teachers have broken down important information for their students.
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14 Terrific Activities and Resources for Teaching Time
From telling the time to creating a timeline, check out these 13 fun and engaging time activities and resources!
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For the Love of Teaching - Season 1 Episode 1 - Gabbie Stroud Author of 'Teacher'
Listen to our very first episode of our new podcast - For the Love of Teaching. This episode features the amazing Gabbie Stroud - teacher turned author.
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Wrinkled Heart Classroom Activity
Classroom story and activity to focus on the impacts of bullying.
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20 Grammar Activities to Use in the Classroom
20 ways to make teaching and learning the wonderful world of grammar fun.
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Readers' Theatre - Building Fluency, Confidence and Comprehension
Why Readers' Theatre is a must in any classroom...
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Poetry for Kids | Printable Poetry Resources
Are you looking for fresh new ways to teach poetry for kids? Check out these printable poetry resources and fresh new ideas.
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What is Electricity? A Bright Spark's Teaching Guide
Calling all bright sparks! From transference to energy transformation, take a look at our all-inclusive unit on teaching the principles of electricity.
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Crazy Halloween Science Experiments
Don't miss these fascinating and educational Halloween science experiments. They include serious levels of ooze, bubble, goop and wow factor!
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4 Quick and Easy Maths Tricks for the Classroom
You know those mind-blowing maths tricks shared all over social media? As teachers, we either love them or cringe when we see them!
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10 Fabulous Activities Your Class Will Fall For
Autumn activities your class will just love! From sensory experiences to poetry and mathematics, our collection of autumn activities will excite and delight!
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10 Ways to Use Persuasive Topic Cards
One set of persuasive topic cards used 10 ways...
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The Benefits of Imaginative Play in the Classroom
Do you let your young students participate in imaginative play? Read on to see the many benefits of including this in your classroom.
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Book Inspired Halloween Costume Ideas for Teachers
Check out some of the easiest and best Halloween costume ideas for teachers!
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35 Games and Puzzles for the Four Operations
35 games and puzzles to use when teaching and learning about the four operations in mathematics.
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15 Handy Handwriting Hints and Resources
Some great hints and tips to add to your handwriting program.