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Just One Bee by Margrete Lamond and Anthony Bertini, illustrated by Christopher Nielsen, is a stunning picture book from 2022 CBCA Shortlist. It’s an inspiring story about hope, determination, and teamwork — showing children how small actions can lead to big change. These Just One Bee activities will help your students connect deeply with the […]
Stellarphant by James Foley is a must-have picture book for every classroom. These Stellarphant activities are perfect for exploring big ideas like courage, determination, diversity, and equality — all while inspiring students to dream big and reach for the stars. Why Teach Stellarphant? When Stella the elephant decides she wants to be an astronaut, Space […]
Walk of the Whales by Nick Bland is a beautifully written and illustrated picture book that inspires deep conversations about humanity’s impact on the environment. These Walk of the Whales activities and teaching ideas will help your students think critically about conservation, empathy, and positive change. 🌊 Why Teach Walk of the Whales? When all […]
The Imagineer by Christopher Cheng is a wonderful picture book that inspires curiosity and creativity. If you are looking for The Imagineer activities to use in your classroom, this post will give you fresh teaching ideas that encourage students to design, plan, and create their own inventions. When I read this book with my children, […]
As Anzac Day approaches, it’s important to find simple ways to teach young children about this significant day. Picture books provide an excellent opportunity to introduce children to bravery, sacrifice, and remembrance in an engaging and age-appropriate way. In this post, we’ll explore five picture books that help young learners understand Anzac Day, along with […]
Family Tree by Josh Pyke and Ronojoy Ghosh is a beautifully illustrated story about family, diversity, and the changing seasons of life. This heartfelt book was selected for the Australian Library and Information Association’s (ALIA) National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) in 2022, where children across Australia came together to enjoy the same story at the same […]
How to Celebrate Harmony Week in the Classroom: Fun and Meaningful Activities for Students Celebrate Harmony Week in the classroom by embracing activities that foster cultural diversity, inclusivity, and respect. Harmony Week is an ideal opportunity to teach your students about the importance of cultural understanding while engaging them in fun and meaningful classroom activities. […]
St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to engage your students with creative and fun St. Patrick’s Day activities. From writing prompts to STEM, these activities will spark your students’ imagination and enhance their learning experience. One of the best ways to spark creativity in the classroom is by reading How to Catch a Leprechaun […]
As Easter approaches, classrooms are buzzing with excitement, and it’s the perfect time to blend festive fun with engaging learning experiences. One of the most popular and creative ways to celebrate is by designing Easter Bunny traps! Not only does this activity spark imagination, but it also ties perfectly into procedural writing lessons. Using the […]
One of my absolute favourite picture books to share with my class – especially during the first week of school – is All the Ways to Be Smart by Davina Bell and Allison Colpoys. I keep it right at the front of my back-to-school book stack because it never fails to spark beautiful conversations about […]
