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Poetry for Kids | Printable Poetry Resources
Are you looking for fresh new ways to teach poetry for kids? Check out these printable poetry resources and fresh new ideas.
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20 Fun and Engaging Alphabet Activities for Kids
Are you looking for fresh new ways to help your students learn the letters of the alphabet? Here's the inspiration you've been looking for...
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20 Play Based Learning Ideas for the Curriculum Aligned Classroom
Take a look at these inspirational play based learning experiences for your classroom - and they're curriculum aligned to boot!
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What to Do if You Are Too Tired to Teach
The ultimate guide to surviving days when you feel too exhausted to teach and need a break.
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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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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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Podcast News from Teach Starter HQ (May 2019)
For the Love of Teaching is being praised by teachers for its fresh perspective, inspirational guests and uplifting vibes. Find out what's coming up on the show.
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Phonics Games Part 2 | Active Games to Accelerate Learning
With a little bit of imagination, phonics games can be high energy and action packed to maximise learning. Check out these brilliant ideas for phonics games to make your classroom buzz!
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Teacher Shoes | The Ultimate Guide for Comfort, Fun and Fashion
Here's your ultimate shoe guide for comfort, fashion and a splash of teacher fun to boot!
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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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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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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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Loveable Mother's Day Craft Ideas for Kids | With Printable Templates
Loveable heart-inspired Mother's day craft ideas that are perfect in every way.
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Meet Our Designer - Fleur Callaghan
The third illustration in our monthly Teach Starter homepage feature illustration series! Meet the designer of our May illustration, Fleur Kennish.
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Engaging Procedural Text Activities for Older Students
When teaching procedural text activities for older students, don't go for the rushed and boring! Give these exciting activities a try!
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Our Solar System Begins | Out of This World Teaching Resources
Discover the ultimate Earth and space unit plan that explores the solar system through engaging hands-on science activities and maths investigations.
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Expanding Sentences | How To Improve Student Writing
Hints, tips and resources to help improve your students' writing by encouraging them to expand their sentences with descriptive language.
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#teachernails | Teacher Nail Art is a Thing!
Teacher nail art-inspiration! If you're a painted nail kinda person - this blog's for you!
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7 Tips for Welcoming a New Student Into an Established Classroom
Being a new student in an established classroom can be incredibly daunting! Help new students settle into your routine with our 7 tips!
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New Kids On the Block - New Student Survival Flip Book!
Being the new kid in the classroom can be a daunting experience. Help your new student settle in with this amazing flip book!
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Procrastination | How to Overcome It with Action
The ultimate teachers guide to understanding what procrastination is, why we do it and how to replace procrastination with action.
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I'm done! Now What? | Purposeful Fast Finisher Activities
A collection of easy, yet purposeful fast finisher activities to deal with early finishers in the classroom.
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Mr D Will Shock and Delight in the New Podcast Series by Teach Starter: Friday Funnies.
When it comes to strange and hilarious things kids do and say, he's seen (and heard) it all! So what did one sweet, little kindergarten child say to stop Joe in his tracks?
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How to Declutter Your Classroom the Marie Kondo Way
Decluttering your classroom is an energy giving way to kick start your school break! Read on for tips and idea on how to tackle clutter in the classroom the Marie Kondo way...
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20 Google Earth Activities for Students | Bringing the Wow Factor to Your Lessons
Check out these fascinating ways to utilise Google Earth in your classroom with 20 engaging Google Earth activities for students.
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Easter Maths Activities for the Classroom
Quick and easy Easter Maths activities to bring Easter festivities into your classroom with a curriculum focus. This is a lifesaver if you're looking for Easter fun without the time factor.
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Ready to Shake up Your Teacher Style? This Is Work it Wednesday!
We’re well into the school year now and teachers, you might be feeling like you’re stuck in a bit of a rut. If you’re having trouble finding energy, particularly midweek, we’ve got a teacher style challenge for you.
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Mosaic Easter Craft Activities!
Put away the cotton balls, get your scissors and glue ready and create some beautiful designs with these mosaic Easter craft activities!
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Insta-Easter | Easter Classroom Inspiration!
Need some Easter inspiration for your classroom? Take a look at these Instagram ideas for Easter activities and decorations for your students!
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10 Easy and Fun Easter Craft Ideas for Kids
Super cute Easter craft ideas to use in your classroom, including printable templates.
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Group Work in the Classroom | How to Effectively Organise Group Rotations
Check out these super helpful resources and tips for managing group work in your classroom.
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Resource Alert! NEW Giant Printable Colouring Sheet
Stop everything and check out this brand new resource! Break out the pencils and crayons - this Giant Colouring Sheet will make any classroom buzz.