Hands-On Learning Tips and Activities

How to Teach Time: Telling the Time to the Hour and Half Hour

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Nov 13 min read

How to Teach Time: Telling the Time to the Hour and Half Hour

Teaching children how to tell the time can be a rewarding but sometimes frustrating experience! Focusing on o'clock and half past is a...

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10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Super Summer

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Jun 194 min read

10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Super Summer

It's finally summer, even if the weather doesn't always quite catch on. It's time to bring some fun and excitement into your learning...

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10 Essential Activities for Phase 4 Phonics

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May 134 min read

10 Essential Activities for Phase 4 Phonics

Phase 4 phonics is an exciting time for children as they begin to blend and segment longer words and become more confident readers. It is...

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Apr 252 min read

Unleash Your Child's Inner Speller

Do you feel like you've tried everything to help your child improve their spelling skills, but nothing seems to work? Are you fed up with...

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10 Fabulous Activities for Teaching Coin Recognition and Value

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Mar 143 min read

10 Fabulous Activities for Teaching Coin Recognition and Value

Teaching children about money is an important life skill. Recognising and understanding the value of coins are essential concepts that...

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10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Superb Spring

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Mar 14 min read

10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Superb Spring

With spring finally here, it's time to start thinking about how to incorporate the season into your classroom's continuous provision! ...

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The Definitive Guide to Teaching Addition to Reception and Year 1

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Feb 224 min read

The Definitive Guide to Teaching Addition to Reception and Year 1

Whether you're a teacher or a parent, it's important to teach addition in a way that's engaging and easy to understand. Initially,...

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Adorable Valentine's Day Activities for Children

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Feb 13 min read

Adorable Valentine's Day Activities for Children

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about planning for the big day. No need to worry though, we've...

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Fantastic Fine Motor Resources for EYFS and KS1

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Jan 193 min read

Fantastic Fine Motor Resources for EYFS and KS1

Fine motor skills refer to the small movements made by our fingers, hands and wrists. They allow us to perform all sorts of tasks, from...

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10 Awesome Activities for Teaching 2D Shape

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Nov 30, 20233 min read

10 Awesome Activities for Teaching 2D Shape

When it comes to teaching 2D shapes, hands-on activities are a great way to engage young learners and the perfect way to help them learn...

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5 Irresistible Activities for Phase 5 Phonics

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Nov 23, 20233 min read

5 Irresistible Activities for Phase 5 Phonics

Phase 5 phonics is typically taught throughout Year 1 of primary school in the UK. It builds on the foundation laid in the earlier...

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Nov 16, 20234 min read

10 Fabulous Phonics Resources

While there are many resources available to teach phonics, hands-on resources can be particularly effective. One major advantage is that...

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10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Wonderful Winter

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Nov 6, 20234 min read

10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Wonderful Winter

Winter is a magical time in the classroom, especially when it comes to continuous provision. This time of year provides endless...

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10 Hands-On Resources to Teach Addition and Subtraction

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Oct 18, 20234 min read

10 Hands-On Resources to Teach Addition and Subtraction

Hands-on learning is absolutely the best way to teach addition and subtraction. It allows children to learn to add and subtract in a way...

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10 Fun Spelling Activities for Key Stage One

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Oct 9, 20233 min read

10 Fun Spelling Activities for Key Stage One

These fun spelling activities for children in key stage one (years one and two) are perfect for home or school. They're engaging,...

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Why Should I Have Continuous Provision in Key Stage One?

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Sep 7, 20235 min read

Why Should I Have Continuous Provision in Key Stage One?

What is continuous provision? Traditionally, continuous provision has been associated with early years classrooms, however, more and more...

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Jun 7, 20233 min read

5 Teacher Side Hustles

Have you ever thought about making extra money through a teacher side hustle? Imagine having an additional income each month or even...

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