What Every Teacher Needs to Know Simple adjustments can help every student succeed—especially those with ADHD. No matter what level you’re teaching—early childhood, primary, or secondary—there’s a good chance you have students with ADHD in your classroom. You might recognise them as the ones who can’t seem to… Read More »Teaching Kids with ADHD
The Power of Companion Planting Helping Schools and Early Childhood Centres Grow Stronger Gardens If your school or early childhood centre is already growing vegetables with your tamariki—ka pai! You’re not only teaching them valuable life skills but also helping them understand where food comes from and how… Read More »Protecting Your School Veggie Garden Naturally
Why Every Teacher Should Understand Logical Fallacies (and How to Use Them in the Classroom)Turn student excuses, heated debates, and fuzzy thinking into teachable moments. As a teacher, you’ve probably heard it all: “But everyone else was talking!”“That’s not fair—you always pick on me!”“If we don’t use this… Read More »Understanding Logical Fallacies
The Key to Student Success Every student, regardless of their background, deserves the chance to succeed. Too often, the conversation around student achievement is framed as a matter of privilege, suggesting that only those in private schools or well-funded institutions can reach high standards. But success is not… Read More »Creating Stronger School Communities
The author reflects on attending Infants school in the late 1960s, highlighting the benefits of Structured Literacy and its systematic approach to teaching reading and math. This method fosters understanding of language mechanics, supports diverse learning styles, and empowers teachers. The author advocates for Structured Literacy’s potential for enhancing education for all students.