Children are happiest when they have purposeful work that they had a part in choosing, but it’s our job to direct them to the right
This emotional wheel helps teachers to understand that if any given scenario arises then it will ultimately cause a certain feeling if not curtailed. It’s
The greatest reward we can get in life is seeing the fruits of your labour. Tasting the apples from the tree you planted, finishing a
1 year ago I was approached by Liverpool Football Club to write the life story of kenny dalglish as a rhyming picture book. The book
Today I reached 35,000 followers and I’m feeling so honoured! Thank you ❤️ When I started writing content a year ago, I never knew that
What’s the best way to start everyday in the classroom? If you’re trying to instil organisation, time management, independence, emotional intelligence and self reflection then
Because our students are unique individuals that have varied interests. It’s important to allow them to ‘find their niche.’ Once your inspirational lesson on the
For hundreds of years we have tested children on their abilities in maths, english etc. But the absolute reality is that all children are different,
The only problem with being a primary school teacher is that people leave you with the kids while they talk about ‘adult stuff’!!! Who cares
It’s so important to understand that children need role models and role models need the opportunity to demonstrate leadership. I mean come on, the world
If you’re making a positive impact on just one person’s life, then sleep easy. That’s the feeling you get when someone sends you a picture
1. Model the behaviour you want. 2. Let students make their own rules as a class. 3. Document the classroom rules and display them. 4.
No matter how deep our knowledge of pedagogy is, No matter how many degrees we have, No matter how smart we are, No matter how
The ‘mental health’ of our children should be at the forefront of everything that we do. If we overlook this important part of early development,
Conflict resolution in the classroom; the peace mat Are you having trouble with conflict in your classroom? Home? Preschool? Are there two children that just
What is the value of a noisy classroom? For years we have been told that “Children should be seen and not heard!” That a quiet
So many thoughts run through my mind when I see this photo. What do you see?
When I was a child I would look at pictures of other countries in books, I’d stare at pictures of mountains, temples and people. I’d
Was wonderful to spend the evening with these two educational change makers and. We had so much In common and so much to talk about.
As the start of the academic year nears In Australia. Teachers, parents and children are all preparing for another year of fun. I was so
It took me a long time to write, but it’s finally finished. “Your A to Z Guide for Educational Success.” Share it if you like
Feeling honoured to have my article published in Inspirational English magazine. “11 things that amazing teachers do.” Take a look! https://lnkd.in/g3ynHJu
Ten reasons why we should all be looking towards Montessori Education as an answer to our educational dilemmas. Thoughts! https://lnkd.in/gmuUnKi https://howtobeawinner.wordpress.com/2019/01/28/ten-reasons-to-choose-montessori-education/
15 ways to raise responsible children. 1. Raise your child with the expectation that we always clean up our own messes. 2. Kids need an
Sometimes the children who need love the most, ask for it in the worst ways. Be patient ❤️
With children growing up in a world filled with perfect bodies, lives, smiles and families. It is important that both schools and parents address what
When you get this message it’s all worth the effort.
Using intuition with children Each day the children are dropped off at the classroom door where they say goodbye to their parents, and they’re all
As parents we need to not worry too much about our child’s academic results. Yes, we need to know what’s happening at school in maths,
They said you could have been anything you wanted. So you chose… To work 60 hours per week Love other people’s children Be doubted by
The best thing I’ve shared for s long time! This piece of material is essential for every Parent or teacher with children 0-6yrs. As soon
You have two lives. The second one starts when you realise that you only have 1. Share ❤️
Should we force our children to share? Children just have such a strong (and often unreasonable) sense of justice. They want so badly for you
I don’t normally write about politics as you know. But I think it’s very important that our students understand, that although the international news reports
Should we really be reading aloud to the children in our classes? Reading aloud to the children in our homes and our classrooms is of
My advice for a happy life. Eat half Walk double Laugh triple Work hard Be a good person And love unconditionally. ❤️
Just to be nominated for Australian of the year will do me just fine!!! Whoever nominated me out there? Thank you ❤️
Just going to leave this here for everyone to see.
Signs of a good classroom “Am I a good teacher? “ Is a question you may ask yourself. Or “Is my child’s teacher any good?”
It’s truly amazing what one can achieve in 12 months, when you work from your heart, you have the right intentions, you have the support
I know what you’re thinking!! What age can children start doing household jobs? And what kinds of jobs are appropriate for different age groups? Well
You’ve got two hands for a reason. One to help yourself, and another one to help others. By helping others you’ll be helping yourself, so
After the recent success building a school in southern Nepal, a call has come in from a remote village in the mountainous region of Tupcha,
“Model the behaviour you wish to view in your child.” When parents or teachers observe their children, we recognise patterns in their behaviours. There are
Here’s ten simple ways to improve your relationship woth your child at home. 1. Never carry a child’s school bag, it’s their bag, they carry
As we discussed the year so far, a teacher told me that she hadn’t had the best year. She’d fallen behind with assessments and hadn’t
The ones who plant trees knowing that they will never sit in their shade, have at least begun to understand the true meaning of life.
“How old would you be if you didn’t know your birthdate?” She said 37 and I bought it! Don’t let anything, especially age get in
Thank you for always bringing your best self to work You really are the perfect education influencer!
How are we going to spark new light into the profession of teaching? As teachers, we are expected to inspire our students, ignite passion, creativity
I whispered in his ear “Don’t let anyone ever tell you that you can’t be what you want to be! “ ❤️
8 reasons teaching is the best job In the 15th century, to be a teacher was a role that the community and greater society held
What’s the absolute BEST way to improve your teaching and your children’s future without having to do something so drastic? It’s not so much as
This picture shows a group of children receiving their first ever book! As human beings, we are always working towards the ultimate goal of feeling
As I stood in front of over 200 future leaders of India, I wanted to make sure that my message of the importance of compassion
Teachers all over the world! This is the greatest idea you’ll ever hear. It uses 1 simple map of the world, research tools and children
Still today in the 21st century, as we plan to inhabit Mars, have flying cars and cyborgs that can now live as humans, many teachers
The top five things that help schools and students reach their full potential. 1. A healthy, positive parent community filled with realistic, responsible parents who
Top ten qualities of a ‘good’ teacher What are the qualities that a ‘good’ teacher holds? 1. They have a strong moral compass. They understand
The face I pull when a news reporter asks me if reading is really that important when we have YouTube for information ❤️
