Teaching ideas & inspiration
Featured Teaching Resources
-
11 Mother's Day Craft Ideas for Kids + Cards to Make in the Classroom This Year
These Mother's Day crafts for kids get the teacher stamp of approval for the classroom.
-
6 Inclusive Mother's Day and Father's Day Ideas for the Primary Classroom
Use these ideas to make Mother's Day gifts and Father's Day classroom celebrations more inclusive for your students.
-
Climate Change Education: Where Should Teachers Even Start?
Climate change education is increasingly important — here's how to teach primary school students about climate change, including resources for teachers.
-
13 Interesting Anzac Day Facts for Kids to Share in Your Primary Classroom
Share these interesting Anzac Day fact for kids in your primary classroom to engage your students and help them better understand why we commemorate this important day.
-
70 Best Books for Year 1 to Add to Your Classroom Reading Corner
Wondering which books for year 1 you should add to your classroom reading corner? Look no further! We have a list of 70 that are teacher (and student) approved!
-
Teachers' Favourite Anzac Day Ideas, Books + More for Your Classroom
See teachers' favourite Anzac Day classroom ideas, suggestions for books to read to your students and more!
-
8 Easter Maths Activities That Bring a Little Fun to the Classroom
Use quick and easy Easter maths activities and teaching resources that are curriculum aligned to bring festive fun to maths class!
-
10 Inspiring International Women's Day Ideas for Primary Teachers
Bring International Women's Day into the classroom with free printables and ideas from teachers for your primary lesson plans!
-
20+ Plastic Easter Egg Activities for Teachers to Use in the Classroom (Even After the Holiday)
Explore fun plastic Easter egg activities for maths, English, and more so you can utlise all those the plastic eggs that end up on your desk!
-
13 Easy Easter Craft Ideas for Kids to Add to Your Classroom Plans
Explore teachers' favourite Easter craft ideas to use in your classroom, including easy ideas you can do with minimal supplies!
-
19 Valentine's Day Craft Ideas & Fun Activities for the Classroom With an Educational Twist
Some of the cutest and easiest Valentine's Day craft and activity ideas for your classroom all in one spot!
-
69 Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Kids to Do In the Primary Classroom and At Home
Explore teachers' favourite random acts of kindness ideas for kids to do in their primary classroom and other places!
-
5 Differentiation Teaching Strategies to 'Individualise' Your Curriculum
Need help differentiating instruction for your classroom? These differentiated instruction strategies and tips from our teacher team can help get you started.
-
11 Harmony Week Activities for Kids Perfect for the Primary Classroom
Get ready for Harmony Week with an array of activities for kids created by teachers for teachers!
-
28 Fun Facts About Australia to Explore With Your Primary Students
Share these fun facts about Australia with your primary school students and explore our teacher team's tips to use the facts in your lesson plans.
-
First Day of School — 28 Easy Tips for Teachers to Make the Day Run Smoothly
Explore easy ideas for teachers to prepare for the first day of school, all tested and tried by other teachers!
-
The Ultimate Teacher Back to School Booklist: 56 Books to Read on the First Day of School
Looking for a book to read on the first day of school to really engage your students? This back-to-school booklist of 55 teacher-approved books is sure to help out!
-
How to Stop Losing Your Voice as a Teacher (11 Expert Tips)
Being a teacher doesn't have to mean losing your voice. Find out how to protect your teacher voice and still manage your classroom.
-
49 Fun 'Getting To Know You' Icebreakers for Kids to Use in Your Classroom
Explore fun getting to know you ideas for kids for the classroom straight from our teacher team. These games help kids learn about their classmates, as well as making great first-week activities too!
-
How to Create a Student-Led Classroom Behaviour Contract in Primary School
Learn tips on how to create a student-led behaviour contract and effectively implement it in your primary school classroom.
-
6 Classroom Setup Ideas Veteran Teachers Swear By
Read our classroom setup tips for creating a functional, well-configured classroom where your kids will love to learn!
-
32 Simple Classroom Decoration Ideas Teachers Are Loving in 2024
These classroom decoration ideas and hacks cover everything from setting up displays to finding unique classroom themes so teachers can get ready for the new school year.
-
17 Christmas Door Decorations to Jingle Up Your Classroom
We have creative Christmas door decorations and classroom ideas that you and your students will love this holiday season. Ready? Set? Decorate!
-
8 Christmas Craft Ideas to Add a Festive Feel to Classroom Activities
These Christmas craft ideas for kids are perfect for your classroom end-of-year activities! We've even included non-Christmas options to ensure every child is included in the craft activities.
-
15 Printable Christmas Templates for Kids to Use in the Classroom
These printable Christmas templates for kids and teachers are super simple and can save you heaps of time as you plan for your end-of-year activities in the classroom.
-
Classroom Reading Corner Ideas That Improve Student Literacy — Teacher-Tested Tips
Creating a reading corner? Need inspiration? On a budget? We'll show you the best teacher tips for creating a classroom reading space in lower and upper primary classrooms.
-
How to Get Students to Follow Instructions the First Time — Teacher-Tested Tricks
Is following instructions a challenge for your students? Try these teacher-tested tips to help your students learn to listen and follow directions more closely.
-
7 Positive New Year's Resolutions for Teachers for 2024
New Year's resolutions for teachers shouldn't be about overwhelming yourself. Try these positive resolutions for 2024.
-
Year 6 Graduation — Teacher Tips for the Big Day
Celebrate year 6 graduation with ideas from our teacher team, including graduation songs, gifts for your students and more!
-
8 Fun Christmas Drawing Activities for Kids + How to Draw Videos for the Classroom
Explore Christmas drawing videos and activities to use in the classroom this holiday season! Students will love drawing their favourite holiday characters.
-
13 Remembrance Day Crafts & Ideas to Honour the Past With Primary Students
Mark Remembrance Day in the classroom with crafts, activities and ideas straight from teachers!
-
11 Fun Christmas Games for Kids to Play in the Classroom
Do you need fun Christmas games for your last week of school? These engaging activities are teacher favourites for the classroom party!