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If you’re looking for Bear Says Thanks activities to engage your students this Thanksgiving, you’re in the right place! Bear Says Thanks by Karma Wilson and Jane Chapman is a perfect read-aloud for teaching gratitude, sharing, and friendship in the classroom. The story follows a lonely bear who decides to throw a feast, and his […]
2026 is here! After the whirlwind of last year, a fresh new year brings a clean slate, new goals, and plenty of exciting plans ahead. One of the easiest ways to stay organised is by using a free 2026 printable calendar to map out everything in one place — from school terms and family events […]
World Space Week is a United Nations–declared celebration of space held every year from October 4–10. It’s the largest space event in the world and the perfect opportunity for teachers to spark curiosity in students about science, technology, engineering, and space exploration. Using books about space in your classroom can make learning both fun and […]
Kids love Halloween — the costumes, the candy, the spooky stories! October is the perfect time to spark creativity with engaging Halloween writing activities for kids. These writing prompts and lesson ideas will help your students craft creepy tales, magical potions, and haunting descriptions they’ll be proud to share. If you’re looking for even more […]
The Fire Wombat by Jackie French and illustrated by Danny Snell was a Notable Book for the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year. It’s a moving and beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand courage, compassion, and community in times of crisis. About the Book As the flames of a bushfire approach, one small wombat […]
The first day of school can be both exciting and overwhelming for young children. As a kindergarten teacher, I understand the importance of creating a safe and welcoming environment. One way I help ease separation anxiety is by reading Audrey Penn’s The Kissing Hand. This heartwarming story sets a comforting tone and helps students feel […]
Ellie’s Dragon – Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of The Year: Early Childhood. The publishers say… No friendship is imaginary. When Ellie is very little, she finds a newborn dragon fresh from the egg on a supermarket shelf and calls him Scratch. He is quite the sweetest thing she has ever seen! From that […]
Anemone is not the Enemy – Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of The Year: Early Childhood. This quirky and humorous picture book tells the story of a sea anemone who lives alone in a rock pool and desperately wants a friend … The story follows a series of conversations between the anemone and the […]
Looking for creative Sing Me the Summer activities to bring this beautiful story into your classroom? This lyrical picture book by Jane Godwin and Alison Lester is perfect for exploring the seasons, rhyme, and descriptive writing. Below you’ll find lesson ideas, worksheets, and a freebie to help your students connect with the book in fun, […]
The hilarious picture book Not Cute by Philip Bunting was shortlisted for the CBCA 2021 Picture Book of the Year. This witty and thought-provoking story is a perfect addition to your classroom library and will quickly become a student favourite. This funny tale follows an adorable Quokka who desperately wishes to be described as anything […]
