I posted earlier this week about my 2017 plans (not resolutions, cause that's a stupid word and they're always broken) and mentioned that there would be a work specific one. Work and uni take a lot of my time so I think it's good to give them their own time and place! I will try … Continue reading 2017 work wishes
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Favourite reads of 2016: MG edition
So earlier today you all got to see my YA/fiction favourites of 2016, but I am SO LUCKY in that I get to read an awful lot of MG books and picture books, so I figured I would do a MG/picture book favourites too! Again these are books that I've read (to myself/with the kids) … Continue reading Favourite reads of 2016: MG edition
#good2016
Y'know what, 2016 is getting a lot of stick (and probably RIGHTLY SO, so much bad has happened this year) and I think it's important to remember good things, positive things, lovely things that have happened this year. I've had a weird year, it's been both good and tough... but even through the tough you … Continue reading #good2016
Mystery box
Whist scouring the internet one day I found this incredible of a 'Mystery Book Box'. I found this picture on Pinterest (thanks Pinterest for some increible ideas that I can magpie and adapt!) and decided that that would be a great idea! Not for the kids but for the adults too! I decided to go … Continue reading Mystery box
Classroom Christmas!
Yes. Working in a school. At Christmas. With 30 children. I know. Imagine. IT'S AMAZING. I love a Christmas craft! This post will take you through 2 of my favourites, 2 very simple but 2 effective and quick crafts! All you need is paper, hands and scissors! This is my Christmas tree in Year 4. … Continue reading Classroom Christmas!
Book inspired lessons
I am going to start a 'BOOK INSPIRED LESSONS' blog post series. It will only be as and when for the minute, then once there's a few ideas in the blog I might make it a real thing! For a long time I've wanted to learn how to sign, properly. But it's just not something … Continue reading Book inspired lessons
What am I reading in the classroom?
We finished Demon Dentist recently in Year 4 and they absolutely LOVED it. They thought it was funny, heart-breaking and exciting. If you're looking for a story to read to your KS2 classes, definitely give Demon Dentist a look. I loved it too as an adult. I was experiencing the story with them and it … Continue reading What am I reading in the classroom?
Curriculum maps
So for my recent SCITT interview and observation I wanted to show off my skills, to show them that I had a skill set already. I've worked for 7 years honing these skills so why should I not "show" them off? Since I was using The Tunnel by Anthony Browne (which is an incredible story, … Continue reading Curriculum maps
Follow your dreams!
For those of you who have been following my journey to becoming a teacher, thank you so much for taking the time to read about what's been going on! For those of you who sent me positive vibes, a message, a tweet, a prayer... whatever you sent me they worked! As my last blog post … Continue reading Follow your dreams!
#loveteaching
I'm on the road to becoming a teacher. I am so proud of this. I work in a school. I teach a lot of the time. I am a teacher in many senses of the word. I don't have a piece of paper that says I am a teacher. To the kids, to the parents, … Continue reading #loveteaching
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