Shakespeare Week is a national annual celebration giving primary school aged children opportunities for enriching and enjoyable early experiences of Shakespeare. This year, it is celebrated from 21-27 March 2022. It is one of the …
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Shakespeare Week
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What to do when you have a few minutes left at the end of class
We have all been there. Your lesson has finished and you have five minutes left before the bell rings. What should you do? Here are some simple ideas for you to try. Review Review and …
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5 Ways to Use a Timer in the Classroom
Timers are a must tool for teachers. Here are five ways I love to use a timer in my classroom! 1. Sharing Time – Setting a timer for sharing time is helpful to stay on schedule and …
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The Importance of Middle Leaders in Schools
Are you a middle leader wondering about the importance of your role? Torn between teaching full time and catering for your pupils and guiding and motivating colleagues? If yes, then this is the post for …
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10 Great School Corridor Displays
Walking into any school, one gets a feel of its vibe within the first few seconds. Displays are important as they communicate powerful messages about what is valued by the school community. They help to …
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World Book Day Ideas
Why is World Book Day organized by UNESCO to promote reading widely observed on 23 April whereas in the UK it is celebrated in March? The reason that organisers in the UK & Ireland moved the observance to …
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How to be an Outstanding Primary School Teacher – Book Review
Who doesn’t want to be the best version of themselves? Being the best version of you is not only beneficial for yourself but for those around you. Being one who wants to further develop in …
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Would You Rather? Christmas Edition
“Would You Rather…” games are a great tool to strike a friendly chord with your pupils and break down communication barriers. While some questions might get children laughing others can help them think deeply. You truly …
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‘Africa’ Classroom Display Idea
Displays are an important part of any classroom, as they make the room appear more inviting and encourage learning. A good classroom display engages, informs and brightens up the atmosphere of the classroom. In this post I’d like to share a …
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Jabberwocky – Free Lesson Resources
Lewis Carroll is most known for his book ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’. In his 1871 sequel, ‘Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There’, Alice finds a book in a strange language. She finds …
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