How to start an inspiring teacher blog in 2024 Are you a passionate educator eager to share your insights and inspirations with fellow teachers and students worldwide? Starting a teacher blog can be an excellent platform to amplify your voice, share your experiences, and inspire others in the teaching community.  I started my teacher blog back in 2021 because I wanted to have a wider reach for the teachers I could help and support. I am very passionate about supporting new teachers in their teacher journey, and creating resources that save teachers time and effort so they can find a mana ..read more

150 Inspirational words of encouragement for teachers Teaching is a hard profession, and it’s pretty clear that teachers aren’t in the profession for the money. But something that can really fill a teacher’s cup is a few words of encouragement for teachers. Whether it be from fellow teachers, executive members, parents, students or community members, words of encouragement for teachers hold a lot of weight and can make all the difference for a teacher who is weighed down in the thick of it.  This blog post will outline 150 words of encouragement for teachers including inspirational quote ..read more

30 dynamic escape room themes for the classroom Captivate students’ attention by designing your own escape room with these immersive escape room themes. Imagine stepping into a classroom where learning transcends the traditional boundaries of textbooks and lectures. Instead, students find themselves immersed in an interactive adventure, where problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork are the keys to success. Escape rooms have gained popularity worldwide as thrilling, real-life puzzle-solving experiences. But what if we could harness the excitement and engagement of escape rooms for edu ..read more

42 fun Easter science activities for middle school Easter is the perfect time to include some fun science experiments and stem activities in class. This easter season, spark your students curiosity and optimize learning by incorporating some of these fun easter science activities. Having fun with some easter themed experiments and easter activities is a great way to engage young scientists in the classroom. This awesome list of easter science activities covers a wide range of scientific concepts so you can find the right fit for your class. Find activities and easter experiments for chemical ..read more

8 Theories and pedagogical strategies for teaching Today there are many different ways to teach and different approaches to learning that are widely accepted. Throughout history there have been many theories that have helped shape these pedagogical strategies for teaching and learning. From inquiry-based learning and project-based learning to student-led classroom or teacher-led, there are many ways to engage students in learning. By understanding these theories and strategies, teachers can build their own pedagogical content knowledge to develop a philosophy of teaching and their own teachin ..read more

47 Fun St Patricks day science activities and experiments Coming up with ideas for fun St Patrick’s Day activities is hard when you are a teacher with so many things to do! Let me help you out with these lists of St Patrick’s Day Activities and Experiments to help turn your classroom into the end of the rainbow. Taking advantage of fun holidays and events such as St Patrick’s Day is a great way to engage young learners in middle school.   There are tons of fun ways to incorporate St. Patrick’s day theme into the classroom. So grab a coffee, sit back and relax while I give you a heap of S ..read more

27 Fun Valentines Day Science Activities and Experiments Engaging with special occasions like Valentine’s Day is a great way to engage students in science concepts. There are endless possibilities of fun Valentines day science activities that you can use to teach students about the wonders of science.    In this blog post I will share 27 Valentines day science activities and experiments that are easy to set up and engaging for kids of all ages.  Valentines day science activities and experiments   No prep Valentines Day science activities and worksheets:   ..read more

73 Fun Human Body Systems Activities and Ideas Middle and high school is a crucial time for students to delve into the fascinating world of human biology and human body systems. Understanding the intricacies of the human body systems can be a challenging but rewarding experience. To make learning engaging and enjoyable, educators can incorporate a variety of hands-on human body systems activities that cater to different learning styles.    In this blog post, we’ll explore 73 fun and interactive human body systems activities and ideas suitable for middle school students. From cut and ..read more

36 easy math differentiation strategies for middle school When I began my journey as a science and math teacher, the idea of differentiating instruction seemed daunting. How could I possibly cater to the diverse needs of my students without drowning in multiple lesson plans?   The challenge was real, and panic set in. How on earth was I meant to adjust all the different activities to meet all the different needs of my students? Did that mean I had to create 30 different lesson plans? How was I meant to do that as well as keep on top of my marking and assessment task writing and… you get ..read more

10 Best back to school science activities for middle school Coming back to school after a nice break can be exciting as well as daunting. It can be hard to switch your brain from holiday mode to work mode. Add the pressure of trying to make the first few lessons particularly enjoyable for your students and suddenly back-to-school seems all too much.   Let me help you out with these 10 best back to school science activities for middle school. Disclaimer: This blog post, ’10 best back to school science activities for middle school’, may contain links to resources that I have created. R ..read more