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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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15 Books and Activities to Foster Grit in the Classroom
Teachers around the world are fostering grit, building resilience and encouraging a positive growth mindset in young minds! Here is a list of 15 of my favourite growth mindset resources.
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Investigations - Making Mathematics Fun!
Mathematics doesn't need to be a dry subject where students complete worksheets to reinforce new concepts. Find out how Mathematics Investigations make learning fun!
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Beginning Teaching: Hard Work Beneath a Colourful Surface
Read the story of Allie McMillen, a 3rd Grade teacher in Wisconsin, USA. Behind the colourful classroom displays is the hard work of a passionate teacher.
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Teaching Kindness One Rock at a Time
The Kindness Rock Project has one simple goal, to promote random acts of kindness in the shape of painted rocks with inspirational words!
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Talk Like a Pirate Day 2017 - Activities for Kids!
It's time to throw your iPad overboard and fire up the photocopier for these extraordinary International Talk Like a Pirate Day 2017 classroom activities!
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Roald Dahl Day 2017
Introduce your students to the wonderful world of Roald Dahl. These primary comprehension activities explore the life of the man behind stories.
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All About Water - Simple Science Experiments
Why do icebergs float? How does salinity affect the different layers of the ocean? Use these two easy science experiments for kids to introduce how water density and temperature affect ecosystems, sustainability and the environment.
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The Real Power of Social Media for Teachers
Find out how three teachers from across America coordinated their own relief effort via social media after Hurricane Harvey hit Texas and Louisiana.
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20 Practical Things Graduate Teachers Should Know
I remember that daunting, yet exciting feeling I had as I walked through school on my first day... not as a student this time, as a graduate teacher, with my own class.
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The Best and Worst Plants for the Classroom
Do you want to know the five best plants to keep in the classroom? Check out this list of allergy-free, easy-care indoor plants!
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Create a Smack of Jellyfish with this Craft Template!
Did you know that the collective noun for a group of jellyfish is "smack"? Use this jellyfish craft template for a fun under the sea activity!
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Editable Cards for Father's Day
Does one of your students have the World's Most Huggable Uncle? Check out these three Father's Day cards that you can edit using Microsoft Word!
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Beginning Teaching: Beyond That First, Single-Term Contract
In our new Teacher Spotlight series, we will share the stories and experiences of some of our members. This week, beginning teacher Taylor Donnelly shares her journey beyond that first, single-term contract.
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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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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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Top Ten Books for Reluctant Readers
Have you been searching through lists of the best kids books trying to find something for your reluctant readers? Well, search no more! Here are ten of the books around...
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Our Most Popular Classroom Bingo Games!
From currencies and pizza fractions to CVC words and homophones, check out our most popular bingo games for reinforcing student learning through play!
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STEM Education in the Classroom
The students we are teaching today are going to be joining a very different workforce. The inclusion of STEM in our classrooms is a fantastic place to start!
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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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Tips and Activities for Teaching Letters and Sounds
The introduction of single letter names and sounds is crucial in the early years classroom. Here are some hints and tips, including some fun hands-on classroom resources.
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What are the "Super Six" Comprehension Strategies?
What are the Super Six Comprehension Strategies and how do I teach them in my class?
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Fresh Juice Recipe to Start Your Day
Check out this super simple way to prepare a week's worth of juices in no time at all!
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Drama Games for Kids: Years 4-7
Here are eight excellent activities that use a simple and flexible approach to introduce the elements of Drama to your upper primary students!
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Making Math Exciting! QR Code Scavenger Hunt
You don't want to miss this new and exciting, interactive 3-digit place value activity!
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Customisable Classroom Decor Templates
Here's a list of our most popular, customisable classroom labels, banners and display templates. Created by our team of insanely creative, professional graphic designers, ready for you to customise, print and display!
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Drama Activities for K-3 Students
If teaching Drama in your primary classroom is a little daunting, and you're tired of wasting time sifting through exhaustive lists of Drama games wondering just what to do, you'll love this simple, cross-KLA approach to teaching Drama in K-3!
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20 Classroom Treasures Found in a Cheap Shop
Have you ever just wandered around a cheap shop? It might surprise you the things you find...
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Self-care Challenge: 4 Mini-Moments Teachers Need Every Day
Here are four super quick and achievable mindful mini-moments teachers should take for themselves every day! Are you up to the challenge?
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How to Create a Bump It Up Classroom Display
The purpose of the bump it up classroom display is to help students visually track their learning progress. But, where do you begin?
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15 Sustainability Activities and Ideas for the Classroom
Need ideas for lessons on sustainability? Here are 15 fun and engaging activities, ideas and resources to help explore global issues across the primary curriculum.
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Art Ideas for Kids: Outdoor Line Drawing
Check out how I took this simple kids art activity and turned into something special! With tips for parents and curriculum links for teachers, this post might just spark your children's creative imagination.