Teaching ideas & inspiration
Featured Teaching Resources
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Social-Emotional Learning for Kids (Social Stories Included)
Helping develop social-emotional learning in kids is important in the classroom environment. This blog highlights printable resources and ideas to help with this learning journey.
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Colour Coding Ideas for the Classroom (Why Teachers Love It!)
Colour coding in the classroom isn't just fun - it serves a purpose! Check out these cool colour coding ideas for the classroom...
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Be the Coolest Teacher Around (Bitmoji in the Classroom)
There are so many fun ways you can use your Bitmoji in the classroom. Check out this collection of cute and fun ideas your students will love!
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What Teachers Should Know About the Science of Reading Research
Have you heard about the Science of Reading research? We've simplified some of the main points for you in this blog...
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The Cone and Cylinder Debate!
Do cones and cylinders have edges and faces? The debate is cleared up in this blog.
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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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Meet the Teach Starter US Team!
Meet the creative minds behind the US Teach Starter team.
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Creating an Inclusive Classroom | Diversity Heart Art Activity
Are you on the look out for a fun art activity to teach your kids about diversity? Help create an inclusive classroom with the Diversity Heart art activity.
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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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Food Sustainability and Nutrition Education with OzHarvest's FEAST
Are you interested in inspiring your students with nutrition education, food sustainability and making a difference?
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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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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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Sight Word Game | Minimal Set up and Kids LOVE it!
A sight word game that has minimal set up and your kids will be begging you to play!
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Sunflower Paper Craft for Kids | Easy and Fun
The ultimate paper craft activity to welcome your students back to school! It's bright, cheerful, fun and easy for kids.
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How to Help Kids Focus in the Classroom
These simple, yet effective activities are perfect to help kids focus.
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Teaching How to Write a Story (the Cutest Resource Ever!)
When you're teaching how to write a story, do you have reluctant writers? Overcome their writer's block with the cutest writing resource ever!
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Word Family Paper Cups | Hands-On Phonics
Find out how fun and easy it is to make word family paper cups. Use these clever cups as a hands-on learning tool to accelerate learning in early years phonics. Plus, find other essential word family teaching resources.
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Working Memory in Kids (Printable Resources and Activities)
This blog will highlight how to foster and develop a child's working memory through activities and games in the classroom environment.
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Teachers: TED Talks You'll Want to Watch!
Want to feel uplifted and inspired? What you do matters - these TED talks for teachers will help concrete this thought in your mind.
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8 Brilliant Ways to Cook and Learn with Kids!
Cooking with kids is a brilliant way to learn from home and at school. Don't miss these 8 learning suggestions with curriculum focus and delicious benefits. Plus, teaching resources that rise to the occasion.
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Symmetry for Kids - Grid Drawing Activities (NEW Resource)
Do you want a fun, engaging activity to teach symmetry for kids? These fun building block grid activities are the best way to do it!
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10 Card Templates to Show You Care | Be Kind in a Crisis
10 greeting cards and letter templates for kids to send to the elderly community, essential workers or to anyone who is feeling isolated and lonely during COVID-19. It's cool to be kind.
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Rainy Day Activities | Rainbow Foam Fun
An uplifting rainy day activity that's quick, easy and fun! Rainbow foam will brighten any day and open doors to hands-on learning, science and sensory play!
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Making the Most of Teaching From Home (Home Classroom Inspiration!)
Are you teaching from home for the foreseeable future! You are a superstar! We'd love to help you out with these inspirational tips from teachers like you.
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Video Backgrounds for Teachers
These beautifully designed video backgrounds are the perfect addition to your teaching videos for home learning!
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65 Fun Activities to Stop Kids Saying... 'I'm Bored!'
Are you looking for boredom busters? This list of 65 fun things to do at home with kids is a game-changer!
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9 Fun Outdoor Learning Activities for Kids
Find out how easy and fun it is to take learning outside with 9 inspiring outdoor activities for kids.
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12 Adorable Printable Mood Trackers for Kids (and Adults)
These adorable printable mood tracker templates are perfect for young and old!
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20 Amazing Sidewalk Chalk Ideas for Learning (and Fun)
Are you stuck at home? Do you need to get out in the fresh air? These awesome sidewalk chalk ideas for learning are your new best friend!
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Capital Letter Activities for Kids (NEW Resource!)
Are you looking for quick, easy and fun capital letter activities? Make teaching punctuation simple and check out this amazingly cute resource.
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9 Essential Tips for Learning From Home
Find out how to beat overwhelm and take a balanced approach to learning from home. This article includes 9 essential tips and teaching resources.
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Virtual Excursions Plus Fun Activities Kids Will Love
A collection of some of the best virtual excursions and learning experiences kids will absolutely love!