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7 spring writing ideas to celebrate the new season

  • by: Anna from Pobble
  • On: 2, Mar 2021
19 min read

7 spring writing ideas to celebrate the new season

Hello spring! The season of rejuvenation and regrowth. Not only can the changing weather lift your spirits, but it’s also a great opportunity to have some fun, educate your class and produce some exce...

9 reasons to love being a teacher

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Overcoming adversity: Building a reading rich curriculum to support pupils to thrive in challenging times

A recent article in the TES, highlighted the Education Endowment Foundation’s view that a high-quality, reading-rich curriculum can offer the means for pupils to thrive after their time away from the ...

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Dennis Richards was Headteacher of St. Aidans CE High School from 1989-2012. In retirement he has worked as a French Language assistant at St.John Fisher RC High School. He was awarded the OBE for ser...

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Using Writing Journals in the primary classroom

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Simple ideas to boost teacher morale

During these tough and uncertain times teacher life can feel overwhelming. You’re managing extra workload as well as managing your own emotions and those of the children, that makes the stress levels ...

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