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Report Card Comments | Using the Australian Curriculum Achievement Standards

Report card season is upon us again but never fear, Teach Starter is here to help! You might have seen our blog, 10 Tips for Writing Report Card Comments which

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Stop. Laugh. Report Card Writing Memes

Here in the Southern Hemisphere, we’re right in the thick of report comment writing season. This means that teachers are working harder than ever to keep on top of their

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Consent, body safety and the rights of the child

Many hands over each other as a symbol of cohesion In the past, the word consent has not been commonly associated with young children or the early childhood education sector

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Infinity Cube Origami Instructions

Ok, so don’t be completely freaked out by this origami infinity cube project. And, when I say project, I mean it may take a little longer than other origami items

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Positive Feedback for Students (with Examples)

Fostering a love for learning is the goal at the core of every teacher’s pedagogy. Ensuring your students feel they can confidently navigate their learning journey’s ups and downs is

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10 Visual Brainteasers Kids Will Love!

Using visual brainteasers in the classroom encourages critical thinking in your students, and let’s face it: Kids love this kind of game-based learning! We have searched the internet for some

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Why Sensory Pathways Are Changing School Hallways for Good

Walking through the hallway at Sullivan West Elementary School in Jeffersonville, New York, you might be tempted to start jumping on one foot or scooting sideways. Maybe you’ll even stop

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Summing up a professional life #contributiontoecec

Catharine Hydon speaks to Jean Eden who is retiring after 44 years in the early childhood sector. A chance conversation got me thinking. How does an early childhood professional sum

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Absent Students? Here’s How to Help Them Catch Up!

Missing work haunts every teacher at the end of the school year. Whether you’ve had absent students for a lesson or a whole day, having them catch up on missed

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How to Start Your Own Outdoor Classroom | Creating an Outdoor Lesson Box

The benefits of an outdoor classroom are pretty hard to ignore. The science is in, and better academic performance, enhanced attention, increased enthusiasm and engagement, and improved behavior are just