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Every year during Harmony Week, my school brings together students from different year levels, grouping them into buddy pairs to explore various cultural activities and themes throughout the week. Yet, finding activities that cater to both Kindergarten through to Year 6 students at the same time has always been a challenge… until now! Let me […]
1. Wombat Stew by Marcia K. Vaughan This classic Australian picture book is my absolute favourite when it comes to teaching procedure writing. The story follows a hungry dingo intent on cooking up a delicious wombat stew for tea. Lucky for the wombat, the other bush animals make a number of cooking suggestions designed to […]
MONDAY 20 – SUNDAY 26 MARCH 2023 What is Harmony Day? Harmony Day, which is held on the 21st of March every year, is a time to celebrate Australia’s cultural diversity and promote inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging with its key message being ‘Everyone Belongs’. Celebrating Harmony Week in the Classroom Harmony Week is a […]
How To Catch A Leprechaun by Adam Wallace & Andy Elkerton is an excellent book to read in March for St Patrick’s Day. This magical book is the perfect way to spark your students imagination for fun and engaging writing and project-based learning this spring time. The kiddos love being creative and designing their Leprechaun […]
As Easter approaches, classrooms buzz with anticipation, and teachers seek engaging ways to blend seasonal joy with learning. What better way to channel that enthusiasm than by embarking on the whimsical adventure of designing traps to catch the elusive Easter Bunny? This activity not only sparks creativity but also provides an opportunity for students to […]
All The Ways To Be Smart by Davina Bell and Allison Colpoys is a beautifully illustrated book that celebrates the many talents of every child. Inspired by Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences, the author explores the concept of intelligence and the unique qualities of every child. This book has fast become one of my first week of school […]
I always love teaching procedural writing… but a procedural writing activity that lends itself to STEM is the BEST! Reading the book How to Catch a Turkey by Adam Wallace & Andy Elkerton is the perfect starting point for this fun and engaging project-based learning Thanksgiving activity. The kiddos love being creative and designing their […]
