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If you’re looking for fun, hands-on Tooth Fairy and Dental Health Month activities, you’re in the right place! Whether you’re teaching in February (US) or August (Australia), these themed lessons are perfect for combining health education, writing skills, and STEM exploration in an engaging way. In this post, I’m sharing my top Tooth Fairy and […]
If you’re looking for engaging and easy-to-use Book Week 2025 activities, We Live in a Bus by Dave Petzold is a fantastic choice. This warm and quirky CBCA Picture Book Shortlist title is bursting with colour and charm—and it’s sure to become a class favourite. The story is full of curious questions that spark discussion: […]
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Tooth Fairy (And Some Things You Didn’t) by Briony Stewart is one of my favourite books on the CBCA Book Week 2025 shortlist. It’s funny, magical and full of quirky details that had my children giggling—and wondering. In fact, it may have even turned my daughter (a […]
Spiro by Anna McGregor is one of my absolute favourites from the 2025 CBCA Book Week shortlist—and it’s the perfect book to spark a fun craft activity in your classroom! This beautifully illustrated story follows Spiro, a little spider on a mission to spin the perfect web. As students follow Spiro’s journey of trial and […]
If you’re looking for a sweet, relatable story to explore perseverance, sustainability, and friendship in the early years classroom, The Wobbly Bike by Darren McCallum is a perfect pick. This beautifully illustrated book follows the story of a well-loved but wobbly bike—and the girl who sees its potential. It’s a great springboard for all sorts […]
Kate Simpson’s How to Move a Zoo is a fantastic book to explore history, storytelling, and critical thinking in the classroom. Based on the true story of Jessie the elephant’s 1916 journey through Sydney, this beautifully illustrated book offers opportunities for literacy, geography, and even art. Here are some How to Move a Zoo classroom […]
Looking for a meaningful and creative Mother’s Day gift idea for your class? A Mother’s Day Class Cookbook is the perfect way for students to show their love and appreciation. This hands-on project blends writing, creativity, and heartfelt expression — all wrapped up in a keepsake mums will treasure forever. With my printable Mother’s Day […]
Looking for a fun, engaging way to teach young learners about American symbols? My Statue of Liberty Crown Craft and Activities is the perfect addition to your social studies curriculum. This resource is a hands-on, creative way to help students learn about the Statue of Liberty, one of the most iconic symbols of freedom in […]
Spring Classroom Activities are the perfect way to combine hands-on learning with the excitement of the changing season. By incorporating gardening and cooking projects into your lessons, you can engage students while teaching procedural writing, sequencing, and important science concepts. From growing pizza toppings to making fresh guacamole, these activities will leave students excited to […]
Valentine’s Day is a perfect opportunity to celebrate love, friendship, and community in your classroom. What better way to bring everyone together than by creating a Valentine’s Day Class Cookbook? This project combines literacy, writing, and creativity while fostering a sense of togetherness. In this activity, students will design and write their own recipes—whether it’s […]
