Making Math Make Sense with Subtraction Lessons for KindergartenDiscover fun and engaging subtraction lessons for kindergarten that help little learners understand and enjoy math with hands-on activities!Read more →
Teaching
Addition Subtraction
Math
Making Grammar Fun with FANBOYS Sentence Examples (Yes, Really!)Mastering FANBOYS—For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So—helps writing flow smoothly. FANBOYS example sentences show how these small conjunctions connect thoughts, preventing choppy writing. Understanding them makes grammar easier, whether teaching students or improving your writing.Read more →
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Teaching & Grammar
Teaching & Writing
Mental Math Examples: Simple Strategies for Primary StudentsTeaching mental math builds number sense and confidence, not just speed. With mental math examples like breaking numbers apart or estimating, kids learn to solve problems without relying on fingers or paper. Making math intuitive and fun helps students develop strong problem-solving skills.Read more →
Math
Addition Subtraction
Teaching
25 Creative Fairy Tale Writing Prompts & Activities for K-2The next time you teach your students about fairy tales, you'll definitely want to refer to these ideas and resources! I've created a wide variety of lesson plans, graphic organisers and activities to guide your students through the writing process to prepare their own creative short stories. Read more →
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Literacy
Writing
Words that Start with Y For Kids & Teaching TipsStudents might get stuck with the tricky letter y. Here's a list of words that start with y for kids to make phonics instruction, small groups, and independent practice much easier!Read more →
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Literacy
Phonics
Teaching the Short OO Sound: Words, Spelling Patterns & MoreThe short oo sound appears in everyday words like book, hoodie, cookie and more but it's confusing, to say the least! By teaching these short oo words intentionally and offering students lots of hands-on practice, your students will be able to tell these sounds apart in no time!Read more →
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Literacy
Phonics
Long E Sound Words: Word List, Spelling Patterns & MoreLong E sound words are some of the most common words in the English language, but this simple sound has many different spelling patterns. I'd love to share my favourite tips, tricks, and activities to set your class up for success! Read more →
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Literacy
Phonics
Teaching Long U Sound Words: Word Lists, Activities & MoreAre you teaching the long U sound? You're in the right place! I'll break down all the different long U sound words and spelling patterns and also provide you with loads of educational activities and resources to set your students up for success.Read more →
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Literacy
Phonics
Teaching Ir Sound Words: Word Lists, Activities and MoreTeaching the ir sound can be quite tricky as it's an entirely different type of vowel that is modified by its bossy neighbour, the letter r. Fortunately, I have lots of interactive games, word lists, teaching resources, and more to make teaching and learning ir sound words as easy as possible!Read more →
Teaching
Literacy
Phonics
Teaching Words with Ch Sound: Lists, Activities & MoreTeaching the digraph ch is always so much fun and unlocks a whole new world for our young learners. Below, I'll help you teach ch words more effectively than ever! You'll find a list of words with ch sound, tips, activities and resources to set you up for success.Read more →
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Literacy
Phonics
1st Grade Reading Comprehension Books & StrategiesAs much as I love talking about phonics and phonemic awareness, it's important to not forget the other part of the puzzle - reading comprehension.Read more →
Teaching
Literacy
Reading
Teaching Rhyming Words for KindergartenRhyming is an important part of developing your students' phonological awareness skills and helping them become competent readers and writers.Read more →
Teaching
Literacy
Phonics
Reading
Phonological Awareness