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As the 2024 Summer Games approach celebrate the rich history of Australian sporting excellence with this fun athlete profile activity. A versatile resource that not only enhances classroom decor but also deepens students’ understanding of Summer Games history and celebrates the achievements of iconic Australian athletes. There’s no better time to engage our students in […]
As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, it’s the perfect time to infuse creativity into your writing routines! This summer, let’s break away from the traditional and dive into engaging summer writing activities that will keep your students inspired and excited. Writing doesn’t have to feel like a chore—when linked to fun, […]
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to bring a little more kindness and creativity into your classroom. One meaningful way to do this is through a Valentine’s Day letter writing activity. In today’s digital world, receiving a handwritten note feels extra special—and kids love the chance to share thoughtful messages with their classmates, teachers, friends, […]
Celebrate National Simultaneous Storytime 2024 with a fun Bowerbird craft activity inspired by Aura Parker’s beautifully illustrated book Bowerbird Blues. This hands-on craft is perfect for engaging young learners, fostering creativity, and connecting students to the story in a memorable way. Materials You’ll Need How to Make Your Bowerbird Craft 1. Collect Blue Bower Items […]
If you’re looking for fun and engaging Bev and Kev classroom activities, you’ve come to the right place! This charming picture book by Katrina Germein and Mandy Foot is perfect for sparking conversations about friendship, differences, and the power of acceptance. Whether you’re celebrating Book Week 2023 or simply adding meaningful texts to your literacy […]
Bring Snap activities into your classroom with Anna Walker’s whimsical book Snap!. This engaging story sparks creativity, literacy, and science learning, helping students explore onomatopoeias, frog life cycles, habitats, comprehension, informative writing, and artistic expression. Why Use Snap! Activities in the Classroom Snap activities help students: These activities provide a multi-disciplinary learning experience, perfect for […]
Looking for engaging Farmhouse activities for your classroom? Sophie Blackall’s delightful book Farmhouse is perfect for immersing students in exploring farm life, history, past and present comparisons, and creativity. These hands-on activities spark curiosity, build comprehension, and foster artistic expression. Why Use Farmhouse Activities in the Classroom Farmhouse activities help students: These activities turn reading […]
Kindergarten sentence writing is one of the most important parts of early literacy. When children learn to write sentences with proper punctuation, capitalization, spacing, and sight words, they develop the foundation for strong reading and writing skills in later years. As a kindergarten teacher, I set high expectations from the very beginning of the school […]
National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is a highlight of the school year, promoting literacy and storytelling across Australia. For NSS 2023, the featured book is The Speedy Sloth by Rebecca Young and Heath McKenzie. This uplifting story follows a determined sloth who enters a race against faster animals—teaching children about perseverance, grit, and the joy of […]
Spring is the perfect time to introduce exciting and educational writing activities into your classroom. These spring writing activities for the classroom will inspire creativity while helping your students develop essential writing skills. 1. How to Plant a Seed – A Fun Spring Writing Activity Spring and gardening go hand in hand. Teach your students […]
