'Your one stop shop for ENGAGING, AUTHENTIC ideas to keep your students busy, and schools wanting you to come back. Resources that are easy to use with links to some amazing websites and a host of free resources.'
Teaching is one of the most creative jobs I know, even after 30 years of teaching I realise that every day is different. You may be teaching the same subjects and grades, but it's children that make teaching both the challenging and rewarding profession that I have known.
Creating
'Your one stop shop for ENGAGING, AUTHENTIC ideas to keep your students busy, and schools wanting you to come back. Resources that are easy to use with links to some amazing websites and a host of free resources.'
Teaching is one of the most creative jobs I know, even after 30 years of teaching I realise that every day is different. You may be teaching the same subjects and grades, but it's children that make teaching both the challenging and rewarding profession that I have known.
Creating
These fun editable timetables, are designed for you to use on your IWB so that students have a visual reminder to keep them on task for each session. With ten different templates to choose from, you can plan your sessions ahead of time with each slide being editable.
If you would like to add a fun Bitmoji to your slide, you can easily do this by following the instructions in the product guide.
There are also instructions for using the fabulous Rainbow Unicorn writing add-in on GOOGLE slides which allows you to change any font with the click of a button. (this is only available as an add in on slides, and not PowerPoint)
A link for the Slides version is included in the powerpoint which you will receive after purchase.
Narrative writing with a twist
Bring your narrative story writing to ‘life’ with this set of Spooky themed story templates.
This set comprises 8 different scenes, a set of suggested characters, and a narrative scaffold all in one.
As students work on their scenes and choose the characters, they are encouraged to think of the story line and make notes in the columns on either side of the template
Characters
Setting
Useful nouns
Useful adjectives
Useful verbs
Useful adverbs
Introduction
Problem
Resolution
Ending
Plenty of room for students to write their final draft in the space provided.
Then follow the instructions in the pack to create their own 3D presentation of their story.
This activity encourages collaboration, and discussion of character and story development.
Suitable for a range of ages.
What people are saying about this resource.
Thank-you for a great resource. I used this to help plan our narrative writing unit this term and it linked in well with Halloween at the time.
This was a neat experience for my 5th graders.
Students enjoyed presenting their stories this way.
These fun editable timetables, are designed for you to use on your IWB so that students have a visual reminder to keep them on task for each session. With ten different templates to choose from, you can plan your sessions ahead of time with each slide being editable.
If you would like to add a fun Bitmoji to your slide, you can easily do this by following the instructions in the product guide.
There are also instructions for using the fabulous Rainbow Unicorn writing add-in on GOOGLE slides which allows you to change any font with the click of a button. (this is only available as an add in on slides, and not PowerPoint)
A link for the Slides version is included in the powerpoint which you will receive after purchase.
“Dot Dudes clipart and the term Dot Dudes are licensed and used with permission from Sarah Pecorino of Sarah Pecorino illustration”
Are you looking for a fun and engaging activity to reinforce doubles and near doubles facts?
-This product is perfect for teaching your students doubles facts, doubles plus one,
-The product includes: fun coloring sheets in both UK and US spelling versions complete with answer sheets
-Learning by coloring is a non threatening way to practice number facts, and the answer keys let your kiddos know straight away that they are correct.
-These would be suitable for kinder to grade 2 depending on the ability of your students.
Ideal for use with
fast finishers
homework tasks
math centres
extension tasks
Substitute or Relief teachers will love these as much as their students
What is included in this pack?
-There are 12 different designs to choose from and vary in complexity from double 2’s to double 12’s
-UK and US spelling
-Answer sheets included
What people are saying about this resource
This was a great and quick activity to do for an informal assessment. It was exactly what I needed. Thank you for taking the time to make it.
I really loved this resource, however it was a little too hard for my class at the time of year that it was given… really like it and recommend it!
WOW!! This is an amazing resource.
Cute product. My student is obsessed with cats and enjoyed coloring them.
My students loved it and begged for more.
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
These fun editable timetables, are designed for you to use on your IWB so that students have a visual reminder to keep them on task for each session. With ten different templates to choose from, you can plan your sessions ahead of time with each slide being editable.
If you would like to add a fun Bitmoji to your slide, you can easily do this by following the instructions in the product guide.
There are also instructions for using the fabulous Rainbow Unicorn writing add-in on GOOGLE slides which allows you to change any font with the click of a button. (this is only available as an add in on slides, and not PowerPoint)
A link for the Slides version is included in the powerpoint which you will receive after purchase.
“Dot Dudes clipart and the term Dot Dudes are licensed and used with permission from Sarah Pecorino of Sarah Pecorino illustration”
Do your students love playing with Play dough? Would they like to be able to make their own?
-Are you looking for a fun, hands on activity for your students.
-This activity ties in beautifully with any unit of work on States of Matter.
-The Science of making play-dough is one that students of all ages enjoy. To watch the bonding of the dry and wet ingredients to make a pliable and fun to use resource using household objects.
What will you get in this pack??
-Strong visual images to support the steps
-Writing template to use for procedural writing
-Feedback sheet
-Suggested ways to use your play-dough after making it suitable for pre-school through to older students.
-ADULT supervision is required for this task as it involves using boiling water.
The best part?
This resource requires NO PREP and is easy to use. You will need a limited amount of art materials to complete the activities…markers, pencils, plain paper and a ruler are the basics. I promise you, your kiddos will become addicted to drawing these tricky illusions.
They will beg you to do this activity repeatedly…guaranteed.
What people are saying about this resource
Can’t wait to use this activity with my kids!
great instructions. thanks
great instructions. thanks
You will receive a zip file with a PDF file
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Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break. Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Lateral thinking is a form of problem-solving that utilizes a more creative, less direct approach to the problem. Analytical, logical problem-solving encourages vertical thinking, which is an approach we’re often taught when dealing with math equations.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give the students 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation.
These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
Included is 1 PDF which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for middle primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included where necessary.)
Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
A fun fast thinking game for children of all ages.
Think against the clock…use a stopwatch, or IWB timer…set it to 1 seconds, and see if your students can complete the challenges in the time limit given.
7 slides altogether
Here are some examples
•name 5 fruits
•name 5 things heavier than a brick
•5 things that are blue
•5 things that can fly
…check out the preview video and preview for more ideas
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Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break. Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Lateral thinking is a form of problem-solving that utilizes a more creative, less direct approach to the problem. Analytical, logical problem-solving encourages vertical thinking, which is an approach we’re often taught when dealing with math equations.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give the students 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation.
These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
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Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break. Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Lateral thinking is a form of problem-solving that utilizes a more creative, less direct approach to the problem. Analytical, logical problem-solving encourages vertical thinking, which is an approach we’re often taught when dealing with math equations.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give the students 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation.
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Included is 1 PDF which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for upper primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included where necessary.)
Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
Perfect for kindergarten for Number and pattern recognition. Comes complete with IWB PPT presentation to work with your students and worksheets for them to complete
Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break. Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Lateral thinking is a form of problem-solving that utilizes a more creative, less direct approach to the problem. Analytical, logical problem-solving encourages vertical thinking, which is an approach we’re often taught when dealing with math equations.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
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These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
Included is a zip file with both PDF and powerpoint versions, which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for upper primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included)
Do your students enjoy mindful coloring? Do you like to display positive quotes around your room to discuss with your students?
This 24 page set has beautiful intricate designs, accompanied by quotes for you to discuss with your students.
A mandala coloring page is a proven calming, and meditative coloring and art therapy. A Mandala coloring page is fun and provides a great way to relieve stress and relax.
These designs can be used with pencils, watercolor pencils, gel pens, crayon and look stunning if a rainbow wash is applied all over the finished pieces.
I encourage you to use the quotes as a talking point and a teachable moment as there is a lot to be gained by shifting the mindset of the students in your class.
Quotes included in this pack are:
It’s not about being the best, its about being better than you were yesterday.
Believe that you can and you’re half way there
I CAN train my brain to do this
Today a reader, tomorrow a Leader
Quitting is not an option
Whether you think you can or think you can’t. You’re right
Just because you haven’t found your talent, It doesn’t mean you don’t have one
Don’t quit your day dream
You can think you’re awesome, without thinking you’re better than Everybody
You can be the SUNSHINE in someones day
All things are DIFFICULT Before they get easy
I haven’t failed, I’ve just found a lot of ways that don’t work
Get ready. Get set. Learn!!
Mistakes make a difference
Courage is like a muscle, We strengthen it when we use it
Every mistake you make is PROGRESS
A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there
It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop
We learn from failure not sucess
A good attitude is contagious. Pass it on
Failure is not the opposite of success. Its a part of it
Don’t let a failure be an ending, Make it a beginning
I’m not going to tell you it’s going to be easy. I’m going to tell you it’s going to be worth it
Never give up
If “Plan a” does not work, remember, there are still 25 more letters
Options for using this resource:
These make a wonderful display to decorate your room, and to impress any visitors to your class.
The best part?
This resource requires NO PREP and is easy to use. You will need a limited amount of art materials to complete the activities…markers, pencils, plain paper and a ruler are the basics. I promise you, your kiddos will become addicted to drawing these tricky illusions.
They will beg you to do this activity repeatedly…guaranteed.
You will receive a PDF version of this resource. Please ensure that you have the software to open such a file.
Do you need a fun and personalized Christmas craft that will brighten your room?
Your kiddos will be begging to take them home to share.
Have fun with this wonderful activity which your students will love as they cartoon themselves as Santa’s little helper.
Choose from 6 fun character outlines (3 boys and 3 girls), choice of two hats if you prefer to use these instead, body parts and full instructions on assembly. Step by step instructions are included . The elves are large and require quite a bit of work. but they are worth it in the end because they create an awesome keepsake that parents will love!
Hope you love it!!
-View preview for complete information!
These will make a wonderful display in your room and you could easily link this to a writing lesson e.g. My life as an elf, Letters to Santa, and all other elfy type activities and books.
I have not known a class who don’t enjoy making these little guys and having a good giggle at the end results. A must do craft activity.
You will receive a PDF with:
Teacher instructions
Selection of faces to choose from
Elfie Body parts
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
Are you looking for an activity to fire up your math lesson?
Do you need an extension or time filling activity to keep your students on task.
Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break.
Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give your 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation. Work individually or in teams to determine the answer and share thier thinking.
Use as a think, pair, share activity so as to encourage mathematical and logical thinking
These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
Included is 1 PDF which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for middle primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included where necessary.)
Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
What is included in this resource?
-This resource comes as a PDF with 1 question and answer sheets
-1 fun optical illusions to ’ blow their minds’
-View preview for complete information!
What people are saying about this resource
“I have a cluster classroom so this ws great. I put it on Goggle classroom, and let my students use it when they had free time. It was very engaging, and fun.”
“We’ve been using these as warm up questions. They love that it isn’t directly “math” (equations) and I love that they get really into solving these and getting their brains thinking outside of the box! Thank you!”
“I use these for early finishers. They enjoy solving the puzzles. They are practicing but do not feel they are doing extra work.”
“Great Morning discussion or showing it during transition and discuss and they are lining up or when they are getting ready to go home at the end of the day. My students will stop doing what they are doing and they will listen to the question and hate when someone answer without raising their hands.”
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
Are you looking for an activity to fire up your math lesson?
Do you need an extension or time filling activity to keep your students on task.
Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break or extension activity.
Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give your students 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation. Work individually or in teams to determine the answer and share their thinking.
Use as a think, pair, share activity so as to encourage mathematical and logical thinking
These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
Included is 1 PDF which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for middle primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included where necessary.)
Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
What is included in this resource?
-This resource comes as a PDF with 1 question and answer sheets
-1 fun optical illusions to ’ blow their minds’
What people are saying about this resource
“I have a cluster classroom so this was great. I put it on Goggle classroom, and let my students use it when they had free time. It was very engaging, and fun.”
“We’ve been using these as warm up questions. They love that it isn’t directly “math” (equations) and I love that they get really into solving these and getting their brains thinking outside of the box! Thank you!”
“I use these for early finishers. They enjoy solving the puzzles. They are practicing but do not feel they are doing extra work.”
“Great Morning discussion or showing it during transition and discuss and they are lining up or when they are getting ready to go home at the end of the day. My students will stop doing what they are doing and they will listen to the question and hate when someone answer without raising their hands.”
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase multiple licenses. Thank you :)
Are you looking for an activity to fire up your math lesson?
Do you need an extension or time filling activity to keep your students on task.
Math Logic Puzzles and Brain teasers are a great way to start a lesson or use as a brain break.
Have them on Interactive Whiteboard displayed as a classroom entry activity.
Suggested ideas for use in the classroom
Give your 5 minutes to solve the riddle or puzzles before revealing the answers. Great discussion starters as many of these may have more than one answer or explanation. Work individually or in teams to determine the answer and share thier thinking.
Use as a think, pair, share activity so as to encourage mathematical and logical thinking
These can also be used for fast finishers as problem solving tasks. Students really enjoy the Optical illusions which are included in this pack.
Included is 1 PDF which can be easily saved on any storage device. A great addition to any Relief or Substitute teacher’s bag of tricks.
Suitable for middle primary to lower secondary students. (Answers included where necessary.)
Can you work out the answer to this one?
"All of Jenny’s pets are dogs except one. All of her pets are cats except one. How many cats and dogs does Jenny have? (HINT: Jenny has less than 5 dogs)
(Answer is at the bottom of the page)
What is included in this resource?
-This resource comes as a PDF with 1 question and answer sheets
-1 fun optical illusions to ’ blow their minds’
-View preview for complete information!
What people are saying about this resource
“I have a cluster classroom so this ws great. I put it on Goggle classroom, and let my students use it when they had free time. It was very engaging, and fun.”
“We’ve been using these as warm up questions. They love that it isn’t directly “math” (equations) and I love that they get really into solving these and getting their brains thinking outside of the box! Thank you!”
“I use these for early finishers. They enjoy solving the puzzles. They are practicing but do not feel they are doing extra work.”
“Great Morning discussion or showing it during transition and discuss and they are lining up or when they are getting ready to go home at the end of the day. My students will stop doing what they are doing and they will listen to the question and hate when someone answer without raising their hands.”
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
Benefits of Journaling
Gratitude journaling, like many gratitude practices, can lower your stress levels;
It can help you feel calmer, especially at night;
Journaling can give you a new perspective on what is important to you and what you truly appreciate in your life;
By noting what you are grateful for, you can gain clarity on what you want to have more of in your life, and what you can do without;
Gratitude journaling can help you find out and focus on what really matters to you;
Keeping a gratitude journal helps you learn more about yourself and become more self-aware;
Your gratitude journal is for your eyes only, so you can write anything you feel without worrying about judgment from others.
This resource contains 28 days of recording gratitude, reflection and is the perfect tool for both students and teachers alike.
This practice has proven to change mindset and positive internal dialogue when these strategies are used.
You will receive a zip file containing a PDF and PPT file so that you can make additional copies or pages from the second file if needed.
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This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
WHY Number Talks?
Encourage students to discuss their answers with their peers.
How did they reach the answer?
What were they thinking in their head?
What facts did they already know that helped them?
What did they see?
Number talks will get your students engaged in meaningful mathematical conversations that will increase their ability to reason mathematically as well as develop their computational fluency skills and their ability to think flexibly about numbers.
When students engage in this short daily activity, they communicate with their peers in a safe environment where it’s okay to not be right all the time. It’s okay to learn from each other. They learn to discuss various strategies and the effectiveness of those strategies. They begin to take risks.
Use the powerpoint to model the different ways that we can visualise a given number. This set comprises the numbers 1-2, and shows the number
in a ten frame
written as a word
using hands
domino patterns
dice patterns
subitising patterns
clipart version of the number
tally marksThe powerpoint is editable so that you can change to the text that you require, and then save as a PDF prior to printing.
Ideal for students in their first term of school to establish and consolidate basic number facts.
This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)
Please download the preview or watch the video to view a sample of the included pages.
What is a thinkboard?
It is a graphic organiser or tool to assist students to make connections across/ within and between different representations of knowledge. The more connections that are made:
•the better the understanding of the mathematics
•the more likely it will be that the mathematical knowledge is retained
•and easier it should be to apply the mathematics
The focus of the think board is on finding
the connections between the different
ways of representing a problem.
How to use them
•Arrange students into groups of four, placed around the Think Board’s four sections. Provide the students with one of the sections as a starting point and give them time to discuss the idea with their neighbours before deciding on what to record.
•You can also work on a Think Board as a whole class or individually.
Assessment
•Think Boards promote discussion – look for mathematical language used.
•Assess individual student’s understanding of a mathematical idea – look at all sections of the
•Think Board individually to find strengths and weaknesses
This resource contains both PPT and PDF versions in a ZIP file so please ensure that you have the software to open them
You will recieve a set of 5 different Thinkboards for each number and an editable version so that you can create your own.