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Free worksheets, free printables, and more are here for primary teachers to save time on lesson planning! Get a taste of the Teach Starter difference with classroom activities, learning games, lesson plans and more teacher-created resources that you can download for free right now!
At Teach Starter, we want to spark more “aha” moments in your classroom and school. That’s why every resource on the Teach Starter site has undergone rigorous fact-checking, spell-checking and peer review by an expert teaching team. We want to make sure the conditions are always right for you to make magic moments with your students!
Sign up for a free teaching resource account now, and you'll get one free curriculum-aligned resource on us every single month to help your students meet the Australian Curriculum guidelines Plus you will have the chance to explore the entire Teach Starter library filled with thousands of resources for maths, English, science, social studies, social-emotional learning and more. Our downloads can be used for students from Foundation to kindergarten, from Year One to Year Six, and every year level in between!
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Meet Our Designer - Pru Earl
Read all about one of our very talented designers, Pru Earl.
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Thoughtful Teacher Gift Ideas
After a lively conversation here in the Teach Starter office about the whole concept of gifts for teachers, here's a little food for thought!
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Spoil Yourself! Holiday Treats for Teachers
We don't really need an excuse to spoil ourselves, do we? School holidays feel like a pretty good reason to anyway! You guys have worked hard this semester, and it's time to put yourself first for a little while.
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The Must-Have Persuasive Teaching Resource | Persuasive Writing Examples for Kids
Check out this must-have persuasive teaching resource including persuasive writing examples for kids.
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Gamified 3D Object Unit Plan (With Assessment!)
Calling all Shape Seekers! Take a look inside our newest 3D object unit plan - jam-packed with fun 2D and 3D activities!
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How to Stay Connected with Students During School Closures
Creative new ways to maintain relationships and stay connected with your students during school closures.
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16 Nature Walk Activities for Kids
Get back-to-nature with 16 fun activities to do on a nature walk with your children.
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Poetry Resources Folder for Teachers
Teaching poetry this term? Our brand new Poetry Resources Folder Template contains everything you need to file your teaching resources for your poetry unit!
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8 Ways to Create Positive Classroom Vibes
Some of these take a little while to set up, while others take no time at all. Consider each idea and choose the ones that are best for you and your students.
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Teaching Resources for Special Education Teachers
Finding the right resources for your students when in Special Education, can be difficult. This blog will outline some of the resources Teach Starter have that can assist Special Education teachers to navigate their day!
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26 Brain Break Ideas for the Classroom
This blog will outline 25 quick and easy ways to get your students to take a brain break, even if it is for 10 minutes, it is sure to limit distractions and improve attention.
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How to Transform Sight Words into Heart Words
The debate over using sight words has been strong in the teaching profession for a while now. But, have you heard of heart words?
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10 Football Drill Task Cards to Make Coaching Easy
Football drills are essential to teach and learn soccer fundamentals. Make coaching easy with these football drill task cards for kids.
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The Easiest End of Year Activity - Say Cheese!
Are you looking for an end of year activity that's quick, easy and above all FUN?! Look no further than our End of Year Snapshot Activity!
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Tips for Tight Teachers | Money-Saving Classroom Hacks
Are you sick of spending your hard earned cash on classroom supplies? Check out our classroom hacks for saving money in the classroom.
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Origami Transforming Ninja Star (Using Sticky Notes)
Have you packed all your craft gear away? That's ok - all you need is eight sticky notes per student for this cool origami transforming star...
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Christmas Craft | The One and Only Funky Reindeer
The most popular Christmas craft idea is back! Don't forget to do your #funkyreindeer...
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How to Prioritise Your Tasks When Everything is a Priority
If you want a SIMPLE way to manage your To Do List and a step-by-step guide for setting it up, then this post is for you!
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10 Amazing Teaching Tools for the Classroom
Relax! Sit down and have a cup of tea and enjoy scrolling through some of these amazing, time saving teaching tools that are all available on Teach Starter!
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Opening the Door To an Outdoor Classroom | Creating an Outdoor Lesson Box
Do you love teaching in the great outdoors? Make transitioning to an outdoor classroom a breeze with our Outdoor Lesson Box.
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(NEW) What's Buzzing? - Magazine for Students
Check out our NEW magazine for students - What's Buzzing! Full of engaging articles, literacy lessons will never be the same again!
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10 Terrific Uses for our Random Name Selector Widget
This widget will change the way you teach! From Literacy to classroom routines, read on for 10 terrific uses for our random name selector!
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How to Set up Guided Reading in the Classroom
I remember sitting in a lecture during my teaching studies, listening attentively about the importance of guided reading, an essential part of any early literacy program.
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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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15 Helpful Tips for Writing Student Reports
Report writing is always a stressful time of year for teachers. To a new teacher, the task can become quite overwhelming. Where do I start? What do I write? How can I individualise my reports?
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Subitising Activities for Kids | The Importance of Teaching Subitising
Read about the importance of subitising and check out our printable subitising activities for the classroom.
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Word of the Week | Expanding Vocabulary in the Classroom
Words! Words! Words! Vocabulary is critical to listening, speaking, reading and writing success! Everything that you need to set up Word of the Week and to make a huge impact it right here.
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Cute Ways To Use a Class Mascot in the Classroom
Check out the fun ways you can utilise a class mascot in the classroom, more than just a take-home writing task.
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How to Make a DIY Post Box | Christmas English Activity Ideas
Create a DIY Christmas postbox and fill your classroom with festive joy! Get tips on how to include all students. Plus Christmas English Activity ideas and new teaching resources!
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Breathing Exercises for Kids (Free Videos)
Taking 5-minutes to focus on some deep breathing exercises for kids could just be the difference between a good day and a not-so-good day.
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31 Activities and Resources for Teaching Fractions in the Classroom
Everything you need to teach and have fun with fractions in the classroom.
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Simple Strategies to Avoid Teacher Burn Out
A teacher's To Do List is never-ending, right? Here are 5 practical time management tips school teachers can use to help reduce overwhelm and avoid burnout.