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We’re a helpful hub for primary school teachers and early years practitioners. Find articles on education, advice, wellbeing and free resources and activity ideas.
Teaching science outdoors: 21 activities and experiments
Science can be one of the most exciting outdoor teaching subjects With these activity ideas, you’ll never be short of outdoor science experiments.
41 fun garden activities and ideas for kids
Encourage the future Monty Dons of your class! Instil a lifetime love of the great outdoors with our list of 41 fun garden ideas and activities for kids.
A guide: Scratch coding for kids
Thinking about using Scratch coding in the classroom? We’ve got a simple low-down on what Scratch coding is, as well as how it can be used in the classroom.
Craft: Make an Easter scene spinner
Get arty and learn about the important religious events of Easter with this fun scene spinner craft made in just a few steps.
Teaching problem solving skills in the classroom
Problem solving skills aren’t just good for future scientists or mathematicians, so how can educators teach problem solving skills in the classroom?
5 strategies for building self-esteem and confidence in school
Now more than ever, the self-esteem and confidence levels of our children is so important. Here are 5 strategies for building them both.
Craft: How to make simple egg carton flowers
Use up those old egg cartons and tin can with this fun way to make simple egg carton flowers. Includes video and step-by-step guide.
13 International Women’s Day celebration ideas
Looking to celebrate International Women’s Day in school? We’ve got a list of 13 easy-to-implement activities to celebrate IWD with your pupils.
10 Amazing Primary-aged books for World Book Day
World Book Day is here. To celebrate, we’ve pulled together 10 incredible and inspirational authors for you to shout about in class or at home.
21 simple reading corner ideas your pupils will adore
Looking to spice up the reading going on in your classroom? Use our 21 simple reading corner ideas to inject a bit of excitement and a lot of inspiration.
You’re only a teacher when you’ve passed this quiz
From common acronyms to curriculum questions, we’ve got 15 questions that will confirm your status as model teacher or leave you questioning your career.
23 easy, alternative World Book Day activity ideas
World Book Day 2020 is fast approaching; instead of scrambling to put together a programme of activities, use some of ours!