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16 Creative Maths Assessment and Maths Review Ideas
Hearing the phrase ‘maths assessment’ doesn’t often bring excitement to students – or even teachers for that matter. But maths assessment doesn’t need to be boring or time consuming – it can actually be fun! Keep reading for 16 creative ways to help spice up maths assessment and maths review in your learning space.
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Using Intentional Questioning in the Classroom to Encourage Deeper Thinking
Encouraging students to think deeply and creatively about the content we teach is beneficial in so many ways. It causes them to stop and reflect on the information, and it encourages them to be more thoughtful and independent in their learning. One useful way to start is by being intentional with the questions we ask.
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An Open Letter to New Teachers: Encouragement for Your First Year in the Classroom
You’ve worked so hard to get to this point, and you’ve made it this far. A world of possibility lies before you. This is such an exciting stage, and you have so much to look forward to – but there are a few things you need to know.
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How To Use Student Choice Boards for ELA Assessment
Assessing English Language Arts (ELA) can be quite a challenge. There’s so much to cover and it’s hard to know where to start. Well, let me share a strategy with you that will be able to make your ELA assessments a little easier.
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Or: The Power of Perspective
I was sorting through some of my old blog post drafts recently, and I came across one that I wrote during my relief teaching years. So, here is a post from about 5 years ago that was almost never published. I hope that it encourages you to notice the power of perspective in your own…
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Scientific Definitions, Medical Advice and Other Observations: A Reflection on the Things Kids Say
What are antlers? How do you know if you’re still a kid? And what happens if you don’t get the head-lice out of your hair?
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Spelling Activities and Spelling Resources – 12 Engaging Ways to Teach Children Spelling and Vocabulary
There are so, so many options for activities and strategies to use when it comes to teaching and practising spelling. Yet, I know that sometimes as teachers we can still find ourselves searching for new ways to try to keep our students interested in their spelling work. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of some…
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The Vast Unknown: A Reflection on Life’s Surprises
As difficult as it is, I’m beginning to accept the fact that sometimes things are out of our control. However, I’m also beginning to realise that one of the most beautiful things about life is its unpredictability.
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The Power of Drawings: A Reflection on Kids’ Artwork
If you want to take a peek into the mind of a child, look at their drawings. So many children love painting and drawing and making, and I think it’s a beautiful thing to encourage.









