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All About Water - Simple Science Experiments
Why do icebergs float? How does salinity affect the different layers of the ocean? Use these two easy science experiments for kids to introduce how water density and temperature affect ecosystems, sustainability and the environment.
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Editable Cards for Father's Day
Does one of your students have the World's Most Huggable Uncle? Check out these three Father's Day cards that you can edit using Microsoft Word!
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Why You Should be Teaching Mindfulness to Improve Student Learning
Exactly how does teaching mindfulness improve student learning? Take a look at the proven benefits and read tips for teaching mindfulness in the classroom.
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Top Ten Books for Reluctant Readers
Have you been searching through lists of the best kids books trying to find something for your reluctant readers? Well, search no more! Here are ten of the books around...
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Our Most Popular Classroom Bingo Games!
From currencies and pizza fractions to CVC words and homophones, check out our most popular bingo games for reinforcing student learning through play!
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STEM Education in the Classroom
The students we are teaching today are going to be joining a very different workforce. The inclusion of STEM in our classrooms is a fantastic place to start!
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Tips and Activities for Teaching Letters and Sounds
The introduction of single letter names and sounds is crucial in the early years classroom. Here are some hints and tips, including some fun hands-on classroom resources.
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What are the "Super Six" Comprehension Strategies?
What are the Super Six Comprehension Strategies and how do I teach them in my class?
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Drama Games for Kids: Years 4-7
Here are eight excellent activities that use a simple and flexible approach to introduce the elements of Drama to your upper primary students!
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Making Math Exciting! QR Code Scavenger Hunt
You don't want to miss this new and exciting, interactive 3-digit place value activity!
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Drama Activities for K-3 Students
If teaching Drama in your primary classroom is a little daunting, and you're tired of wasting time sifting through exhaustive lists of Drama games wondering just what to do, you'll love this simple, cross-KLA approach to teaching Drama in K-3!
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15 Sustainability Activities and Ideas for the Classroom
Need ideas for lessons on sustainability? Here are 15 fun and engaging activities, ideas and resources to help explore global issues across the primary curriculum.
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Cityscape Artwork - We Built This City
A fantastic cityscape artwork that covers a range of Visual Arts outcomes.
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How to Make Slime for Kids (Easiest Recipe Ever!)
I may be a bit late to the party. But, this is the fourth slime recipe I have used and it is by far the easiest and most effective recipe ever!
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Monster Corner Bookmark Craft Activity
Are you looking for a quick, engaging and easy craft activity to do with your students?
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The Power of Questioning in the Classroom
Did you know that teachers are asking up to 400 questions a day?
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Quick and Easy Mother's Day Craft Idea
An easy, yet effective Mother's Day Craft idea for you to do with your students in the lead up to Mother's Day.
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Mother's Day Craft and Gift Idea
Don't worry about Mother's Day craft....we have done the hard work for you! Check out how easy this craft idea is...
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23 Creative Narrative Teaching Resources for the Classroom
Teaching narrative writing? It's all here...everything you need!
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Romero Britto Inspired Art Activities
Check out these gorgeous Romero Britto inspired art activities...
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The Cone and Cylinder Debate!
The debate is over...we have come to our final decision.
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Fun Easter Bunny Craft Idea
These Easter bunnies are doing their rounds on social media...and it's no wonder why - they are super cute and easy!!
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Composting in the Classroom - Including Curriculum Links!
Nearly 25% of all landfill waste could have been composted into a rich, beneficial resource. This blog outlines how you can compost in your classroom...
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Basket of Tricks - 5 Minute Time Fillers for the Classroom
My days were always jam packed with educational goodness, that's why when 5 minutes opened up - it really threw me!
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Sound and Letter Art Ideas
15 of the cutest letter art ideas you ever did see...
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Wrinkled Heart Classroom Activity
Classroom story and activity to focus on the impacts of bullying.
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Readers' Theatre - Building Fluency, Confidence and Comprehension
Why Readers' Theatre is a must in any classroom...
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10 Ways to Use Persuasive Topic Cards
One set of persuasive topic cards used 10 ways...
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Side Portrait Collages
A funky side profile artwork to do with your students.
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Rainforest Bird Art
Wonderful artwork to create when learning about the rainforest.
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Crepe Paper Artwork
This artwork will look wonderful hanging in your classroom...
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Create Your Own Water Paint using Felt Pens
A cheap and easy way to create water paint for younger children...