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11 Benefits to Playing Games in the Classroom (Resources Included)
"Play is our brain's favourite way of learning" - Diane Ackeman. So, what are the benefits of playing games in the classroom?
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20 Google Earth Activities for Students | Bringing the Wow Factor to Your Lessons
Check out these fascinating ways to utilise Google Earth in your classroom with 20 engaging Google Earth activities for students.
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The Freshest Downloadable Teacher Planners!
Our downloadable teacher planners; they're crisp and clean, and open to all the amazing possibilities of the year ahead. Download, print, bind, teach!
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Voice Care for Teachers is Important
Hands up if you've lost your voice as a teacher? You're not alone! Find out why it happens and what you can do to take care of your voice.
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The Best Valentine's Day Craft Activities for Kids
Some of the cutest and easiest Valentine's Day craft activities for your classroom all in one spot!
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4 Sustainability Podcast Episodes to Inspire You (Teaching Edition)
Looking for some easy listening that will inspire and energise you to help the planet? Get your ears on these wonderful sustainability podcasts for teachers.
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Sorcerer Supplies - The Most Magical Classroom Theme Pack!
Abracadabra - this magical classroom theme will have you spellbound! Take a look at our Sorcerers Supplies Classroom Theme Pack.
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The Power of Captain Yet (Growth Mindset for Kids)
Captain Yet and his best friend, Pirate Nup, are here to teach your students all about the power of perseverance and a growth mindset for kids!
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World Kindness Day - 10 Ways to Teach Kids to Be Kind
World Kindness Day - Explore ten beautiful ways educators can inspire kindness, including downloadable kindness resources and activities for kids.
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The Most Adorable Gratitude Cards for Kids
The most adorable gratitude cards for kids! Download the templates for some warm and fuzzies.
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How to Inspire Reluctant Children to Write (7 Fresh Ideas)
7 fantastic ideas for how to encourage and inspire reluctant children to write in the classroom.
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Easter Maths Activities for the Classroom
Quick and easy Easter Maths activities to bring Easter festivities into your classroom with a curriculum focus. This is a lifesaver if you're looking for Easter fun without the time factor.
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What Teachers Need to Learn Before Teaching Mindfulness
Are you new to teaching mindfulness to kids? Or struggling to make it a daily habit either personally or in your classroom? You may need this gentle read...
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Lesson Hook Strategies to Launch Learning
A solid lesson hook strategy has supreme power in engaging students, capturing their imagination and maximising learning. Here are 8 awesome lesson hook ideas for your classroom.
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Positive Affirmation Posters for the Classroom
These positive affirmation posters for the classroom will help you and your students be motivated, resilient and, above all, positive this school year!
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Ready to Shake up Your Teacher Style? This Is Work it Wednesday!
We’re well into the school year now and teachers, you might be feeling like you’re stuck in a bit of a rut. If you’re having trouble finding energy, particularly midweek, we’ve got a teacher style challenge for you.
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30 Resources and Tips to Help Your Students Love Editing
These tips and resources will help your students learn to love editing.
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Apostrophe Activities and Resources Your Students Will Love!
Are you looking for some fun and engaging apostrophe activities? This blog is filled to the brim with fantastic ideas and resources.
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Mosaic Easter Craft Activities!
Put away the cotton balls, get your scissors and glue ready and create some beautiful designs with these mosaic Easter craft activities!
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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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23 Activity Ideas for Book Week 2018 - Find Your Treasure
The theme for this year's book week is - Find your Treasure! Here are some fun activity ideas for you to use in the classroom or library.
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Insta-Easter | Easter Classroom Inspiration!
Need some Easter inspiration for your classroom? Take a look at these Instagram ideas for Easter activities and decorations for your students!
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International Human Rights Day in the Classroom | Activity Ideas
This blog highlights a series of activities designed to educate, inform, enlighten and embolden your students with knowledge about human rights.
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Book Week Costume Ideas for Teachers
Check out some of the easiest and best book week costume ideas.
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10 Easy and Fun Easter Craft Ideas for Kids
Super cute Easter craft ideas to use in your classroom, including printable templates.
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Teaching Synonyms in the Classroom | The Must-Have Synonym Poster Collection
Introducing synonyms to early writers is the perfect way to expand their vocabulary and in turn improve and enhance their writing. Check out this blog for some engaging ways to explore synonyms with your students.
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Engaging Biography Lesson Activities (+ Interview Skills for Kids!)
Did you know biographical texts can be AMAZING? That's with the right biography lesson activities, that is! Take a look at our NEW unit plan!
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End of Year Activity Ideas | Christmas Puzzle Fun
Looking for a fun Christmas activity to keep your students engaged as we approach the end of the school year?
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Maths Warm-Up PowerPoints for the Classroom
Check out our new Maths Warm Up PowerPoints - the perfect addition to your classroom.
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NEW Interactive Wall Display | What's the Question?
This isn't just any classroom display! Get your students' brains buzzing with our NEW interactive wall display - What's the Question?
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Classroom Practices to Promote a Green Future with Teach Starter
Some helpful tips for promoting a green future in your classroom with Teach Starter.
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Exploring Different Fonts and Prints with Young Readers
Learn about the importance of exposing your students to a variety of fonts and just how easy it is to encourage them to recognise the different ways letters are written in print.