Gratitude is one of the most powerful mindsets we can choose to have, that will cultivate positivity. It is a complex feeling because it encompasses the simultaneous processes of being thankful, mindful and humble. Teaching …
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Why I am Grateful to be a Teacher Even In the Midst of a Pandemic
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How To Teach Question Marks
Question marks are used in writing to denote a direct question. The question ends with a question mark. For example: Why did you come here? Who are you? What will you do in the future? …
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6 Top Tips to Make Online Lessons Fun and Engaging
There is no doubt that online teaching is taking off and it’s very likely that it will continue evolve in this direction. Teachers who aren’t fans of modern technology may find it a challenge and …
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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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Emily Dickinson For Kids
Learn all about Emily Dickinson, an American poet from the 1800s, in this short video on the education channel ‘Savedyouaspot’. It’s a short 5min video that introduces some of Emily’s work and describes her life …
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Edward Lear – Free Resources for Kids
Who doesn’t love a good limerick? A limerick is a humorous and silly poem with five lines. Limericks are often funny or nonsensical and were made famous by Edward Lear, a famous artist and poet who wrote “A …
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Rosa Parks Free Resources for Kids
In Year 4, Rosa Parks is covered under the non-fiction genre of chronological reports, and in specific, newspaper reports. Below are some free resources in the form of a video, worksheet and PowerPoints that you …
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The Rainforest Part 2: Shaman’s Apprentice – Free Literacy Resources
Remote learning is now the new reality for teachers and pupils worldwide. Everyone has had to adapt swiftly to this new way of teaching and learning and I have to say I think we’re all …
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The Rainforest Part 1: The Great Kapok Tree – Free Literacy Resources
In light of the current situation, the need for home learning resources has never been stronger. Teachers all over the world are busy changing lessons and searching for resources that will aid their pupils’ home online …
