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  • Anzac Day Activities for Primary School Children

    Anzac Day is a significant occasion in Australia, marking a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by servicemen and women. For educators and parents, it’s an opportunity to teach primary school children about this important day through meaningful Anzac Day activities for primary school children. While classroom discussions are essential, hands-on activities and participation […]

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  • Fun and Engaging Cinco de Mayo Classroom Activities

    Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, making it the perfect time to introduce students to fun and engaging Cinco de Mayo classroom activities that celebrate Mexican culture, history, and traditions. Whether you’re teaching in person or virtually, there are plenty of exciting and educational ways to make the celebration both fun and meaningful […]

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  • Fun and Easy Book Week Costume Ideas for Teachers

    Book Week is undoubtedly one of my favourite times of the year. It’s a time to celebrate the magic of literature and ignite a love for reading in our students… But I understand the stress that can come with finding the perfect costume. The good news? It doesn’t have to break the bank or consume […]

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  • Bowerbird Craft Activity for National Simultaneous Storytime 2024

    Greetings, picture book and reading enthusiasts! As National Simultaneous Storytime approaches, we’re so excited to think that children across Australia will be reading Aura Parker‘s stunning book ‘Bowerbird Blues’. What better way to celebrate this literary adventure than with a delightful bowerbird-inspired craft activity? Materials You’ll Need: Instructions: 1. Collect Blue Bower Items: Begin your […]

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  • 5 Must-Do Activities to Start the Year Strong in Your Classroom

    As we embark on a new school year, let’s kickstart it with enthusiasm and create a vibrant classroom environment where our students thrive. Let me share my top back-to-school activities that help to establish classroom expectations collaboratively and foster a positive teacher-student relationship. Let’s dive in! Collaborative Expectations Creation: Involve students in creating classroom rules […]

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  • Exploring Friendship and Giraffes in the Classroom with Bev and Kev

    I’m thrilled to share how the awesome book, Bev and Kev by Katrina Germein and Mandy Foot, took our classroom on a wild journey. We took a deep dive into the themes of the story: explored friendship, compared real giraffes to the story’s giraffe ‘Bev’, described characters, sequenced the story, and even learned cool giraffe […]

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  • Classroom Creativity and Learning with “Snap!” by Anna Walker

    I’m thrilled to share the journey we’ve embarked on with the book “Snap!” by Anna Walker in our classroom. This whimsical tale has sparked our imaginations, ignited our love for learning, and taken us on a thrilling adventure exploring onomatopoeias, frog life cycles, habitats, informative writing, comprehension, and artistic creations. Join us as we delve […]

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  • Classroom Activities for Farmhouse by Sophie Blackall

    As a teacher, I am always on the lookout for captivating books that not only engage my students but also provide valuable learning opportunities. Sophie Blackall’s delightful book, ‘Farmhouse,’ is the perfect choice to immerse my young learners in exploring past and present, history, and creativity. In this blog post, I’ll share our adventures and […]

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  • 8 Classroom Activities to Finish the School Year Strong

    As the school year wraps up, we know how important it is to keep those little ones engaged and excited until the very end. It can be a challenge, but with some super fun and energizing activities, we can make sure the classroom stays buzzing with joy and laughter. So, let’s dive into some awesome […]

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  • Fun Classroom Activities for The Speedy Sloth

    National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual event that promotes literacy and storytelling across Australia. Each year, a new children’s book is chosen to be read aloud in classrooms and libraries across the country. For National Simultaneous Storytime 2023, the book “The Speedy Sloth” by Rebecca Young and Heath McKenzie has been selected. This delightful story […]

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