As a parent, it’s natural to want to do everything you can to support your child’s education and help them succeed in school. There are
Imagine an education system where: Teachers were not only allowed, but encouraged to bring their passions and personalities into the classroom. Making the learning fun,
If we want our students to be curious learners, we cannot act as if we know everything. We should never finish their sentences, tell them
What an amazing morning with Fiona Boyd and Nicolas Rivers, filming for this week’s edutech conference. I was so excited to discuss the way that
Isn’t it amazing how easy this photo grabbed your attention!!! Imagine if you were a kindergarten teacher, attempting to get your class to study the
Your intention, combined with your purpose will ultimately determine your success! Today my success was knowing that a toddler in Karachi (Pakistan), where schools are
Perspective is everything! imagine sitting on a park bench on the moon, gazing back at this beautiful blue paradise we call home, see it hanging
When teachers ask how they should assess their children once a learning sequence is complete, I simply say…….. #teachers #education #school #teaching #schools #students #teach
Dear families, As many families are moving into lockdown situations around the world due to Covid-19, I wanted to put together a list of downloadable
When instinct and natural reactions fail us, we look to intelligence to help solve the problem at hand, but what happens if we design curriculums
If we want to cultivate a community of love, a group of children and families who respect and protect each other, we must model this
With emotional intelligence a hot topic in the world’s of parenting and education I thought I would put together 26 of the best activities parents,
I captured this photo in Kavre high in the Himalayan mountains whilst trying to inspire a group of children who had never painted, to paint
This week at school a child asked “Gavin, can I make an entire timeline of life myself, I know it will take a long time
I wonder if she needs to sit in silence for 45 minutes colouring boxes during a standardised test, so that we can compare her to
Congratulations to Ruthlynn A. Fradl from Aruba. Our newest global education influencer. If you’re in the the region and are lacking resources, experience or expertise
Montessori designed her materials so that childrem can not only understand the numbers as part of a greater system, they could feel the weight of
Children are a product of their environment, they love to imitate those around them, especially their parents and teachers. What we wish to see in
Children need to be able to use the skills they have developed during your wonderfully inspirational lesson, and there’s no better way than allowing them
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
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
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.
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
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/
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,
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
Just to be nominated for Australian of the year will do me just fine!!! Whoever nominated me out there? Thank you ❤️
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
Just going to leave this here for everyone to see.
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
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?”
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,
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
“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
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
“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
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.
I whispered in his ear “Don’t let anyone ever tell you that you can’t be what you want to be! “ ❤️
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
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
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
The face I pull when a news reporter asks me if reading is really that important when we have YouTube for information ❤️
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 children of Nawalparasi will now have a safe place to learn for as long as they need it. Happy new year everyone. Thanks for
2018 was a year of sharing knowledge, building bridges with liked minded individuals and building schools in the Himalayas. The world wants to help but
What is the secret to success? No matter what industry you work in, there are always going to be Obstacles in your path. Meeting those
Do you want 2019 to be your year? Don’t sit on the couch and wait for it, don’t fill your time with mindless news, films
The importance of a well stocked library within a school or community has a greater impact that one could possibly imagine, especially in countries where
Feeling happy to be in the Himalayan news today with a lovely headline. I’ve had so much building this school that I’ll probably need to
Live at today’s school opening in Nepal! It’s been a big year and I want to publicly thank you all for your support and for
2 days ago it was a a bare wall in the Himalayan village of Dabila. Today it is a thriving library filled with children who
Christmas is a time when we understand how it feels to give and receive. An important lesson for children is to be present in the
With only 48 hours left until we open the school in Nawalperasi it’s touch and go. No doors, windows, paint, carpets, shelves. But we are
Today we brought the children of the community of Newalperasi together to draw pictures that will hang in the school library. It was one of
Would you like a free 30 page booklet filled with activities on emotional intelligence for 5-8 year olds? All you need to do is 1.
The ‘executive reality check’ is where you step out of your bubble of corporate city living. A place where your watch, your car and your
