"See" the Alphabet with Your Body! Posted on 2 July 2019 by Education.com in Resources The alphabet may seem like easy pickings to us adults, but for kids, learning the alphabet in preschool or nursery can be daunting. If your child struggles with this, take heart—you're not alone! If flashcards and other visual practices seem to be wearing thin, try something new through "kinesthetic", or whole body, learning. Read More...
Let's Talk Apprenticeships! Posted on 1 March 2019 by Michelle - Kent-Teach in Resources Are you thinking about apprenticeships as part of your strategic workforce planning? If you're not, then you should be! Here's our guide to apprenticeships in schools. Read More...
Valentine’s Day Crafts Posted on 7 February 2019 by Education.com in Resources Are you looking for a fun Valentine’s themed craft project for your preschoolers? Then look no further! Here is how to create an animal collage from Valentine's hearts... Read More...
Big Garden Birdwatch Posted on 17 January 2019 by Elliot Masters - Kent-Teach in General | Resources If we asked you ‘what is the most common garden bird in the UK?’ what would your answer be? Find out all about the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch and what the top 10 most common garden birds are in Kent. Read More...
Free Assistive Technology for Reading Posted on 23 November 2018 by Ingrid Connors - Phonics Specialist in Resources Assistive technology can be a useful way to help children with reading issues, especially children with dyslexia. There are plenty of tools available so it can be difficult to know which ones to use. Read on for recommendations of the best apps and assistive technology to help your child with their reading. Read More...
Let's Be Bold About the "Non-Academic" Benefits of the Arts Posted on 17 September 2018 by Neve Spicer - WeTheParents.org in Resources Learning arts cultivates cognitive abilities, nurtures positive character traits, and fosters critical thinking. It expands awareness, increases empathy, and develops an array of social skills. And that's just the start! Read More...
Token Economies to Reward Positive Behaviour Posted on 14 September 2018 by Sam H Arnold, Deputy Head and Trainer working with Alternative Curriculum in KS3 & 4 in Resources Cognitive behaviour therapy states that you should ignore all bad behaviour and reward the good, but following this advice is not always advisable when teaching. To reward good behaviour, try using a token economy in your classroom, here's how... Read More...
8 Techniques to Encourage Positive Behaviour in the Classroom Posted on 4 September 2018 by Sam H Arnold, Deputy Head and Trainer working with Alternative Curriculum in KS3 & 4 in Resources A trainer working with alternative curriculum children in Key Stages 3 and 4, shares their tips on how to encourage positive behaviour in the classroom. Read More...
Classroom Display Boards: The Pros and Cons Posted on 2 June 2018 by Karen - Inflows in Resources Today bulletin boards are so popular that they are not only seen in schools and colleges but also in various corporate offices and other business places. There are several functions of a bulletin board in a school environment... Read More...
Using Word Clouds in the Classroom Posted on 17 February 2018 by Claire Taylor - Connect2Staff Education in Resources We’ve found a great idea for a lesson plan which gives your students the opportunity to broaden their vocabulary, whilst giving and receiving kind comments to and from their peers... Read More...