Have you thought about becoming a mentor? Teacher mentors have a potentially life-changing role in encouraging students to be positive influencers in their communities, says Essential Resources author and mentoring expert, Robin Cox. They can transform the lives of...
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In conversation: Balanced learning for English Language Learners
The idea of balance in learning a second language is important to success. In practical terms, how does this idea translate to the classroom? When working with English language learners (ELLs) at Newmarket School, Sonya Van Schaijik uses Structure of the Observed...
Top tips for captivating students with great literacy activities
You need to get inside students’ heads to create learning activities that captivate them, says top-selling Journal Journeys author Marie Langley. With nearly 90 titles to her name, Marie is one of Essential Resources’ most successful and prolific authors. Many of her...
In conversation: How to bring spelling alive
Kate Lloyd is the author of the Bring Spelling Alive series. Kate Lloyd has 25 years’ experience in primary education as a classroom teacher and a manager. Passionate about literacy, Kate began implementing literacy programmes into schools in 2002. Due to her solid,...
In conversation: An important guide to behaviour and classroom management
Donna-Marie Wardle is the author of the new series A Practical Guide to Classroom and Behaviour Management comprising two resources – A Practical Guide to Classroom Management: How to establish a realistically manageable classroom and A Practical Guide to Behaviour...
In conversation: The importance of uncovering students’ interests while learning
Gail Jefferies delves into a world of Passion Learning created by teacher and Essential Resources author Merrick Brewer, who received a NEiTA 2009 ASG Inspirational Teaching Award for innovation, in recognition of his work in developing Passion Learning. Middle...