Why Digital is the Best Format for Teacher Resources
And Why we supply our kits in PDFs and Google Docs
When you receive teaching resources in PDF or Google Doc format, you get the best of both worlds—ease of use, flexibility, and wide compatibility. These two formats are ideal for busy schools and educators who need reliable, accessible, and shareable tools.
Update: (July 2025)
We are also converting ALL our resources to Microsoft Word Doc format for those who prefer that. Until they are all available automatically, please email us when you receive your links, and we will send you a link to get your Microsoft Word Doc format as well.
Why PDF?
PDF (Portable Document Format) files are one of the most widely used file types in the world—and for good reason. A teacher recently emailed me and said that their school system did not enable them to view PDFs. In reality, apart from the freely available PDF viewers, you can open PDFs using your browser! So…
Here’s why teachers love them:
- Viewable on Any Device: You can open PDFs on almost any device—Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPad, Android tablet, or phone. They work in popular browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Firefox. Most modern devices don’t even need extra software—just click and view.
- Keeps Formatting Intact: What you see is what you get. PDFs keep the layout, images, fonts, and design exactly as intended, so no matter who opens it or on what device, it looks professional and clean.
- Printable and Shareable: Easily print handouts, posters, or activities without worrying about formatting issues. You can also email or upload PDFs to your school’s digital platforms or learning management systems.
Why Google Docs?
Google Docs offers a whole new level of flexibility, especially for schools and teams that need to collaborate:
- Customisable and Editable: You can make a copy of the document, tweak it to suit your class, or adapt it for a different age group or subject—all without needing special software.
- Collaborative: Teachers can work on the same document at the same time, leave comments, suggest edits, and update content together in real-time.
- Easy to Share: With a simple link, you can share a resource with other staff or directly with students. You can also post Google Docs to Google Classroom or your school intranet.
Why Both?
By supplying resources in both PDF and Google Doc formats, we make it:
- Simple for schools to copy and adapt the content
- Easy for staff to collaborate and tailor material to their students
- Seamless to distribute to students—either printed or online
- Accessible on almost any device, anywhere
Whether you prefer the stability of a PDF or the flexibility of a Google Doc, both formats ensure that you can get straight to teaching without wasting time on formatting or file issues.
So, you can be assured that you are getting the best deal through us as we supply you in a form that is lasting and easy to use in every circumstance. Not only that, you do not have to pay ongoing subscription fees or higher prices if you want to share our material with students and staff every year!
Take a look at the wide range of kits you can access right now and get your copies today!