Teaching ideas & inspiration
Featured Teaching Resources
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Is Teaching Consonant Blends to Kids Worthwhile?
Is the teaching of consonant blends redundent?
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Teachers Share Their Best Bunnings Buys
We asked teachers for their favourite Bunnings items for the classroom and they came through with the goods!
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Play-Based Learning Borrowed from Bluey
We love Bluey! Take a look at our favourite moments of play-based goodness from the popular children's cartoon series for dramatic play inspo!
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Kid-Friendly Alternatives to Hangman in the Classroom
What are teachers saying about hangman? Is it appropriate? What are some alternatives to hangman teachers can use in the classroom?
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Why Your Teaching Besties are the Best! (F.R.I.E.N.D.S Edition)
We've all got those teaching besties that just totally get us - here's why we think teaching besties are the best!
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The LANTITE Test - Everything You Need to Know
Let's talk about the LANTITE tests! Whether you're a preservice teacher, a mentor teacher, or an administrator, we have everything you need to know in one handy guide.
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14 Educational Ways to Use Pop Its in the Classroom
Use your students' obsession with Pop Its to your advantage in the classroom with these educational activities using Pop Its.
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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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Meet Auggie: The School Therapy Dog Impacting Kids and Staff
Auggie is a school therapy dog that is bringing a smile to kids, staff and the school community daily.
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Why Teachers are Flocking to Aldi
There are many Aldi-obsessed teachers around - and we're not surprised! Check out some of these awesome purchases from teachers in the know...
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Why Teachers Are Adopting Sound Walls Over Word Walls
Sound walls in the classroom are gaining a lot of attention amongst teachers - read all about them and why some teachers are choosing sound walls over word walls.
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Interactive MAB Blocks for Your Smartboard (And How to Use Them)
Interactive MAB blocks are game-changers when it comes to the teaching and learning of place value.
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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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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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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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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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Year of the Ox Craft Activities for Kids (New Year 2021)
The easiest and cutest Year of the Ox craft activities for kids!
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Fostering Positive Learning Dispositions In the Classroom
How do we encourage positive learning dispositions in our students? Your students will become engaged and motivated learners with these simple ideas.
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What Are Persuasive Devices? (Examples and Activities)
Do you hear the question "What are persuasive devices?" echoed around your classroom? Your kids will get all the answers they need with this blog!
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What is SATPIN? (Hints and Tips from a Teacher)
Everything you need to know about SATPIN and how to best introduce initial sounds to children.
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How Long Will It Take To Melt? | Changing States Unit Plan
Want a Changing States unit plan that teaches states of matter to young kids in fun, easy-to-understand ways? Look no further!
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Online Digital Timers for the Classroom
Check out our range of online digital timers for the classroom.
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Feeling a Little Flat? Check Out These Desktop Backgrounds for Teachers
The coolest desktop backgrounds for teachers going around (plus phone backgrounds).
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What Makes a Good Leader? | Leadership Skills for Primary Students
How can we teach our older students what makes a good leader? Leadership qualities can easily be taught in your classroom with these fun resources.
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21 Easy Ways to Teach Kids Organisational Skills
Are you wondering how to help your students develop their organisational skills in your classroom? These hints and tips may just help!
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Easy At-Home Science Experiments for Kids
These at-home science experiments for kids are easy to recreate and don't cost the Earth! Best of all, they're FUN!
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7 Hilarious Christmas Games for the End of the Year
These active Christmas games are just what you need to bring some fun and hilarity to your last week of school!
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Tricks in 60 Ticks | Fun Classroom Party Games
It's time to finalise those report cards and have some fun with your students using our classroom party games ideas.
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Totally Fridge-Worthy Elf Crafts for Kids
These absolutely adorable elf crafts for kids are the perfect addition to your final weeks of school.
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How to Make an Origami BonBon for Kids
Your students will love to learn how to make an origami bonbon this festive season!
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Paper Plate Christmas Craft for the Classroom
Turn the frugal paper plate into something fabulous this Christmas with one of these brilliant Christmas craft ideas.
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Christmas Hundreds Chart Mystery Pictures
Are you looking for a fun and engaging Christmas maths activity? Look no further - introducing our Christmas-inspired hundreds chart mystery pictures.