Making Numeracy Lessons Count: Using Data to Improve Student Learning
Making Data Work for You: A Simple Way to Teach What Kids Actually Need Let’s talk about data. We hear this word and instantly think of paperwork, admin reports, and wasted time spent keeping admin happy—but with no real impact on our own students. But what if we...
Why Explicit Teaching is Your Secret Weapon for Teaching Students the Base Skills
I’ll never forget my first year of teaching when I was determined to tackle everything at once—behaviour management, curriculum planning, and making sure my students were on track. But one lesson stands out. I was teaching fractions, and no matter how many times I...
Lessons Best Suited for Explicit Teaching: A Guide to Effective Use
As teachers, we’re always trying out different pedagogies, each one promising to help our students reach their full potential. When I first encountered explicit teaching, I had mixed feelings. At times, it felt rigid and overly structured, like I was more of a drill...
3- Step Plan to implementing a New Routine in your junior secondary classroom
As teachers, we continually refine our skills to become the best educators possible. Through years of practice and experimentation with various teaching styles and behaviour management techniques, I’ve found that the most effective strategy is the implementation of...
Creating Effective Classroom Routines: A Teachers Guide to Smooth Sailing
What are routines and why are they so effective in classrooms? Every Principal, administrator, teacher expert, or colleague has probably told you about the importance of creating routines within your classroom. Why are routines so effective? Having a clear and...
As teachers, we never have enough time to do ALL the things! We are constantly worried that we are not doing ENOUGH for our students - especially those on individual learning plans or who require extra support.
That's why I'm here—to help make your job a little easier! I create practical, ready-to-use resources that save you time while meeting the diverse needs of your students. From engaging lesson plans to tips on managing your classroom, my goal is to support you in being the amazing teacher you already are, giving you more time to focus on what matters most: connecting with your students and fostering a love for learning in every child.
