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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!
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Active Learning Resources! | Getting Fit and Physical in the Classroom
Exercise isn't just for sports class! Do some active learning and teach your students the benefits of physical activity in the classroom.
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Interactive Measurement Game With Puzzles and Riddles
Your students will solve puzzles and riddles to help them unlock a treasure box, all while consolidating different measurement topics.
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Teacher Life Hacks | Tips for Stress-free Mornings
Are you a natural morning person? Or do you find your school morning routine stressful? Find out how to be happier and healthier!
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How to Motivate Students: Building Independence
Read these 5 tips and tricks on how to motivate students! Building independence in the classroom has never been easier.
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Strategies for Emotional Regulation | Helping Kids Reset
Do you have any students who need help calming down? These strategies for emotional regulation will help your students press the reset button.
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11 Engaging Apps to use in the Classroom
Our friends at Two Teachers One Blog have given us their top classroom apps they will be using in 2017! Check it out...
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10 Ways to Use Pom Poms in the Classroom
Pom poms - do you have them hanging about? We've racked our brains and come up with 10 fun ways to use pom poms in the classroom so that you don't have to!
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36 Purposeful Art Activities for the Classroom
In the interests of helping busy teachers, we have put together some visual arts teaching posters and resources to help with your art lesson planning.
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Two Simple Words That Will Change Your Teaching Forever: You Matter!
When everything's a priority, how do you not only get yourself on the list, but bump yourself up to the top? You remember that you matter.
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Let's Get Physical With Brain Break Active Games
Your students will absolutely love these active games as an all-around energy booster with cognitive benefits.
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Tips on Teaching Young Students to Read
Encouraging a love of reading is crucial in the early years of a childs learning. In this blog we will aim to give you some Teach Starter resources that will help you on your journey in teaching young children to read.
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14 IKEA Hacks for the Classroom
Ikea inspiration for your classroom! Check out these affordable, flexible and fun ideas from the international retailer!
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6 Paddle Pop Maths Activities (Hands-on Learning)
Are you looking for engaging hands-on maths activities? Paddle Pop Maths is the way to go! Take a look at these simple and effective ideas to bring your Maths rotations to life!
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How to Organise Paperwork | Conquer the Paper Mountain as a Teacher
Do you feel like you're drowning in the avalanche of paperwork hitting your desk? Here are some hot tips for how to organise paperwork as a teacher.
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Easy and Fantastic Father's Day Craft Ideas
Father's Day is just around the corner, check out these easy yet cute Father's Day craft ideas.
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A Day in the Life of a Teacher (Schitt's Creek Edition)
Need a good old belly laugh... here's the day in the life of a teacher - Schitt's Creek style.
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Reading Engagement in the Classroom | How to Foster a Love of Reading
As you begin thinking about your new teaching year and how you can improve the learning in your classroom, why not implement a specific plan to improve reading engagement?
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11 Children's Books About Inclusion for Kids (Teacher-Picked)
Beautiful children's books about inclusion to plant the seed with your students.
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Funky Easter Egg Craft Idea
Meet the Teach Starter Funky Easter Bunny's newest friend, the Funky Easter Egg! This is an awesome, easy Easter craft activity that students really love!
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9 Opportunities for Incidental Reading at Home
If home readers are lacking during home learning, your kids don't have to miss out! Practice their reading skills with incidental reading.
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Crossing the Midline Activities
Do you want to know what the body's midline is? Or, are you looking for crossing the midline activities for your classroom?
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Phonics Games Part 1 | Blend and Digraph Resources
Don't miss out on these engaging and effective phonics games that your students will love. Plus an essential download for teaching consonant digraphs and blends.
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Podcast News From Teach Starter HQ (September 2019)
Join us each week as we explore relevant issues, chat with inspiring teachers and have a good belly laugh.
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How can I help my child improve their writing?
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15 Activities Using a Classroom Calendar
Classroom calendar, not just a morning routine to settle students...
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Create a Blooming Flower Thank You Gift | Teacher Aide Gift Ideas
Do something special to make your Teaching Assistants and support staff at your school smile.
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The Heat is On! A Comprehensive Unit On Heat Energy
Engage your students in Science with our comprehensive unit on Heat Energy - lessons and ideas to teach this fascinating physical science.
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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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10 Awesome Buddy Program Activity Ideas
Stuck for ideas for your buddy program? Check out these awesome activity ideas!
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15 International Day of Peace Activities and Books
Check out these beautifully peaceful activities to do with your students this International Day of Peace.
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Behaviour Management | The Classroom Contract Strategy
Do you struggle with behaviour management in your classroom? You are not alone. Read on to find out about a practical and highly effective behaviour management strategy.
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Creative 2D Shape Activities for the Classroom
Make learning about 2D shapes in the classroom exciting with these awesome activity ideas.