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68 Ideas and Tips for Setting Up Maths Rotations in the Classroom
To do maths rotations or not?
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8 Magical Multiplication Activities for the Classroom
Check out this blog for 8 magical multiplication activities. All activities suggested use everyday items or printable resources.
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Library Activities for Kids | Make the Most of Library Time
How do you use your timetabled library time? These library activities for kids will help your class make the most of the school library.
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Printable Easter Basket Template
The cutest Easter basket template going around! Download the printable template here.
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Number Line Activities for the Classroom
We've pulled together our favourite number line activities for you and your students - no more boring number line resources!
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Fun Classroom Birthday Display Ideas
These five birthday wall ideas are fun and unique! A simple way to make your students feel welcome at the start of the year.
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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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The Bar Model Method | Teaching Mathematical Problem Solving
The Bar Model is an explicit strategy for mathematical problem solving. It can be applied to all operations, including multiplication and division.
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A Heart-warming Story Helping Children Face Bullying
Bullying is an issue that affects all children on some level - and if not addressed early on, it can have severe psychological consequences. Statistics indicate that it’s only getting worse.
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8 Powerful Student-Led Discussion Strategies
Encourage creativity and collaboration in your classroom! These student-led discussion strategies will have your students engaged and thinking.
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Rainbow Number Facts and Beyond | Students Applying Their Knowledge
How do you encourage your students to apply their knowledge of Rainbow Facts to larger numbers? Read this blog for a ton of ideas...
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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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32 Awesome Hundreds Board Mystery Picture Task Cards!
This downloadable hundreds chart mystery picture resource contains 32 different pictures in task card format so you can use them with any hundreds board!
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How to Get Organised for Report Cards (The Ultimate Time-Saving Tip)
Do you love the slow slog of collecting data for report cards? Neither do we! Take a look at this hack to save yourself time and make reporting time easier.
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Vintage Roses - Your Most Elegant Teacher Planner Yet!
Our elegant teacher planner, Vintage Roses, is made of whimsy and delight. Add some pretty to your desk and your day with this lovely new design!
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You're Mentoring a Student Teacher... Now What?
Are you looking for some advice on how to best mentor a student teacher?
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Social-Emotional Learning During Distance Learning (Social Stories Included)
This blog highlights printable resources and ideas to help with social-emotional learning during distance learning.
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A Goal Without a Plan Is Just a Wish
For students to become active participants in the learning process, a learning experience needs to have a reason; with clearly defined and achievable goals.
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Empowering Classroom Activities for National Day of Action Against Bullying and Beyond
This post will help you to empower your students through effective anti-bullying activities that build understanding, awareness and resilience.
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Higher-order Thinking in the Classroom (and Why It Matters)
Find out why higher-order thinking matters and how teachers are teaching critical and creative thinking in their classrooms.
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Avast Ye! Fun Activities for Talk Like a Pirate Day
Fun activities and resources for Talk Like a Pirate Day to use in the classroom.
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Teachers: To Desk or Not to Desk?
Have you been thinking of ditching your teacher desk? Check out some benefits and tips from teachers in the know!
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7 Fun Attention-Grabbing Tips for Your Classroom
Not having a suitable way to gain the attention of a rowdy class can really impact on the flow of the day! Here are some fantastic (& fun) ways to gain the attention of your class...
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Pineapple Classroom Theme Resources and Ideas
Check out our fun and vibrant classroom theme pack featuring the ever sweet, pineapple!
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Colourful Caterpillar and Butterfly Activities
Simple, cute, fun and educational caterpillar and butterfly activities for the early years.
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Guided Reading Folder Templates | The Must Have Teaching Tool
This guided reading folder is going to refresh the way you organise and run your guided reading sessions.
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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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Mindful Communication Activities for Kids
Mindful communication is a skill that is challenging for many to grasp. Here are some great tips for teaching kids to be considerate and empathetic in their dealings with their peers.
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Is Dictation Just an Old-Fashioned Teaching Strategy?
How many teachers still use dictation as a teaching tool in their classrooms? How many teachers would consider dictation a waste of time, boring for the students, a ‘teacher-centred’ task?
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DIY Board Games for the Classroom
Are you looking for educational board games to use in the classroom? Find out how you can create your own by using our board game template! Make your classroom buzz!
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5 Ways to Create LGBTQ-Safe Classrooms and Culture
Making our classrooms safe places for LGBTQ students is a priority. Here are 5 tips to show you're an ally and a friend, and to help your students do the same!
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World Space Week 2018 is Ready for Take-Off!
World Space Week is approaching and there's no need to plow through the depths of space to find engaging classroom resources! Teach Starter has everything you need in our World Space Week Resource Collection.