Meet retired teacher Pete Springer author of They Call Me Mom
Today it is my great pleasure to introduce you to Pete Springer. Pete was a classroom teacher for over thirty years. When he retired, he decided to share his experiences...
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Preparing the classroom for a successful school year
A new year begins! Happy New Year! I wish you all an enjoyable, rewarding and successful 2020. For many of us in the Southern Hemisphere, the school year begins...
Holiday wishes and inspiring teaching videos 2018
Holiday wishes As the holiday season draws nigh, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy and safe holiday season. May you have time to relax, refresh, rejuvenate...
readilearn: Introducing Jennifer Poulter, author of Hip Hop HURRAH! Zoo Dance
This week I am delighted to introduce you to prolific Australian author Jennifer Poulter. Jennifer writes fiction and poetry for children, education and the literary market. She has had over 50...
Teaching critical thinking in early childhood classrooms with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The importance of teaching children from a young age to think critically about material presented to them, rather than to be unquestioning consumers of information, seems to be increasing in...
Getting to know you
The beginning of the year is a great time for getting to know each other. Children will feel comfortable and friendly towards each other in a welcoming classroom environment that...