The Sydney Teacher Blog

As we kick off Teacher Aide Appreciation Week, it's time to shine a spotlight on the incredible impact these unsung heroes have in our schools. Teacher aides play a vital role in supporting students and teachers alike, often going above and beyond to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

We know how crucial it is for our little learners to build a solid foundation in reading and writing, right? So, I thought I’d share some fun ideas and resources that can really make a difference. Grab your coffee ☕️ and let’s dive in!

We share our top 5 tips to help celebrate Book Week 2024 theme Reading is Magic in the classroom. Happy Teaching!

Ready to download six FREE print and go activities for Year 5 & 6? Read the blog to find out how!

Make Book Week 2023 the best yet with over 70 pages of engaging activities and 5 easy to execute teacher costumes!

Teaching fractions can be challenging, but incorporating hands-on games into your lessons can make it a fun and engaging learning experience. Here are five hands-on games that can help teach fractions in the upper years. 

Have you been thinking about running Daily 5 in your upper primary classroom? Not sure where to start? This guide will help you launch Daily 5 in no time, with minimal prep and zero stress!

I have always found that teaching figurative language can be equal parts fun and challenging! To help you make it more fun than frightening, read this blog to find 6 fun lesson ideas!

All teachers understand the importance of fostering self-acceptance and encouraging students to embrace their uniqueness. Even in the lower grades, there can be immense pressure for students to fit in, blend in and be 'cool'. So how do you show students that our diversity is our strength, and something to be proud of?