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I have been a teaching principal in a small rural school for the last 3 years. Before this I have over 10 years teaching experience teaching students ranging in age 5 through to 12 and have loved every minute. “Students are engaged, motivated and keen to succeed. They take responsibility for their learning and increasingly know about themselves as learners. They stay on task, work well together and help each other. Positive and respectful interactions between students underpin learning”. Educ

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I have been a teaching principal in a small rural school for the last 3 years. Before this I have over 10 years teaching experience teaching students ranging in age 5 through to 12 and have loved every minute. “Students are engaged, motivated and keen to succeed. They take responsibility for their learning and increasingly know about themselves as learners. They stay on task, work well together and help each other. Positive and respectful interactions between students underpin learning”. Educ
Holes by Louis Sachar Novel study Review
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Holes by Louis Sachar Novel study Review

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This fun and engaging review game is the perfect way to review your Holes novel study. I typically put the class into small groups and ask a member of the group to choose a color and number. That is the question that they have to answer. If correct they get one point. Then I move to the next group. Alternatively the whole class answers and then we tally up the points to get a winner. I run it on an interactive whiteboard but would be equally successful on a projector, computer or TV screen. When you start the game press the shuffle button to randomize the questions ensuring that no game is ever the same. This means that this Holes Jeopardy game came be used multiple times with the one class. Once you have unzipped the file you will find a PowerPoint Macro Show. To run the game double click the file and make sure you say "yes" to running macros. If you do not the questions will not shuffle correctly. I have tested on a PC but it should work on other devices. If this is your first time with Macros let me know by personal message and I am happy to answer all your questions. Enjoy
STEM Flight Flying Straw: A Science and Engineering Challenge
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STEM Flight Flying Straw: A Science and Engineering Challenge

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STEM Flying Straw: A Science and Engineering Challenge. This science and engineering challenge will challenge students what flight looks like.The lesson begins with a technology challenge to construct a paper plane with the materials given and then leads into the science lesson. This challenge looks at speed, direction, size and types of wings. This pack contains everything you need (except straws). All you need to do is print it off and you are up and running. It can be used as either a group activity or individual. I usually do it as a group as then you can allocate members various roles within the group. Included are instructions, templates and extension question sheet. As a bonus I have also include an A4 STEM Poster. Enjoy
STEM Geometry 1:  A Math Murder Mystery
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STEM Geometry 1: A Math Murder Mystery

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This murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve geometry puzzles and questions to solve a murder. Students will need to gather evidence by completing charts, Interview witnesses by sorting through geometry shapes and compare data to narrow the suspects. Finally they will narrow it down to two suspects, with a final hundred chart puzzle to uncover the truth. Who is the Geometry Math Mystery Murderer!!! Enjoy Categ
Te Reo Maori Commands New Zealand
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Te Reo Maori Commands New Zealand

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Included in this pack are colourfully designed Te Reo commands.There are two commands per A4 page. Each command has the words in both English and Maori with a picture or diagram to illustrate it to students. I have included a title for your wall display so all you need to do is simply print, cut and laminate for durability. They are the perfect reminders for both teacher and student This is an excellent resource to use all year long and in particular for Maori Language Week. I use them all year long and interchange between Maori and English Language commands. If you like this resource also check out my other quality Maori Language products.
Easter Activities Quick and Easy
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Easter Activities Quick and Easy

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A bunch of quick and easy Easter activities that I use for my class. Nothing is required for these activities and worksheets. Just print them off and go.This is a fantastic resource to celebrate and remember Easter with your students. They include: Easter Egg Basket Addition Easter Egg Basket Making 2x Word Scavenger Hunts Word Find Color in pictures and Easter Eggs Design your own Easter Eggs Thanks And please remember to follow me to receive discounts and see my new resources
Growth Mindset Activity: Building Bridges and Islands (Hashiwokakero)
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Growth Mindset Activity: Building Bridges and Islands (Hashiwokakero)

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This Growth Mindset activity: Building Bridges or simply Bridges is a Japanese logic game originally called “Hashiwokakero” These puzzles will hook both you and your students in and wanting to do more. On each visually stunning puzzle you are given a number of islands where you need to join these islands with bridges. These puzzles are designed to improve your students spatial awareness. Reasons why solving Building Bridges Puzzles are good for your students It sharpens your critical thinking skills It improves our problem solving skills It helps us in multi-tasking thinking skills It helps stay mentally fit All you need to do is decide if you want color or black and white as both are included. Personally I use color. Print them off and laminate the sheets and you are good to go. Included is also a PowerPoint show to teach you and you students how to play.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #1 (x2 and x5 times tables)
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #1 (x2 and x5 times tables)

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The Mad Scientist has struck!!! He has turned all of the teachers at school into frogs. This CSI themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication and Division, problems and puzzles. This mystery is based on their times tables only and focuses on students x2 and x5 times tables. Students narrow down the possible options by completing the activities and marking them off from the ingredient list until one potion is left. Can you save the teachers? This case includes Clue 1: x5 times tables multiplication maze Clue 2: ÷2 division true or false puzzle Clue 3: ÷5 division cryptogram activity Clue 4: x2 and x5 times tables multiplication word problems Clue 5: x2 and x5 times tables activity Answer sheets are included
Wonders Word Wall Road to Reading Kindergarten Units 1-10
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Wonders Word Wall Road to Reading Kindergarten Units 1-10

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This set of words aligns with the Kindergarten Wonders Reading Program from unit 1 all the way through to unit 10. This makes the perfect wall display for your students, parents and substitute teachers see what they have learnt and their next steps in their journey. I have used the road to reading wall display in my classroom for years and am always amazed at the positive comments from jealous teachers from other rooms. I have included in this pack everything you need to get started including A4 and A3 roads, vehicles, trees and of course the houses. The houses come in 4 colors, personally I match each unit to a different color to differentiate them. But you could choose which ever color suits your room. Simply print the road types that you need for an unlimited design to fit any space and suit any room. Personally I laminate the houses and cars so that they last the year out or longer. I also attach double sided tape to the back of the cars so that the students can move the cars as they progress. They get such a sense of achievement when they do this. The rest I staple gun into the wall. Enjoy
Back to School Display Letters Alphabet Subject Wall Display
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Back to School Display Letters Alphabet Subject Wall Display

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These polka dot circular letters are prefect for your wall display titles. They will add colour to any display. There are 3 colors to choose from or mix and match. There are over 117 pages of letters for you to choose from. Each letter has been saved as a high quality pdf. If you require any other format, please message me. I print the letters that I need for the wall display title, laminate for durability, cut them out and staple them onto wall. Depending on wall color I sometimes leave a 5mm white border around the letters when I cut them to make them pop even more. Brighten up your classroom with these polka dot alphabet wall display letters. Enjoy
Forms of Energy and Types of Energy A3 MELTS Poster
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Forms of Energy and Types of Energy A3 MELTS Poster

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This high quality poster is ideal for your classroom wall, bulletin board or science display. It makes a great anchor for students (and teacher) to refer to. I have included 5 designs with different colored tittles to fit your room decor. Enjoy.
Anzac Day Biscuit Recipe, Reading Comprehension and Activities
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Anzac Day Biscuit Recipe, Reading Comprehension and Activities

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Anzac Day is an important date for both Australians and New Zealanders. The Anzac spirit brings us closer than any other day in the calendar year. This pack makes a great activity for students on Anzac day as well as all year round. Baking for our two countries has always been a tradition, An Anzac biscuits is certainly at the the top. Included in this pack Anzac biscuit recipe Reading comprehension sheet based on the recipe Acrostic poem sheet Word find Lined writing paper
Centimeter and Meter Sorting Cards
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Centimeter and Meter Sorting Cards

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With this resource students will be able to demonstrate their mastery and understanding of measuring in both centimeters and meters. There are 20 sorting cards for students to place and group with the most appropriate measurement. Students can either put the cards in a group together or record their findings on the recording sheet. If you would like the students to self mark, I have also included a marking sheet. This activity is perfect in a math center, individual or group work.
Multiplication Web Times Tables Circles
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Multiplication Web Times Tables Circles

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Math Multiplication Web also known as Multiplication Circles Makes multiplying facts 1- 12 fun. Included are the webs or both multiplication and division from 1 through to 12. The Multiplication Web reinforces the rule of multiplication with added multiplication practice by completing the multiplication web. These webs could form part of a lesson, or placed in your math center for early finishers, or extension activity, or given out as homework.
Odd and Even Mazes Number Sense
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Odd and Even Mazes Number Sense

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These odd and even number mazes are great activities that your students will enjoy. There are 10 mazes included (5 for even numbers and 5 for odd numbers) where students find the path to the finish line by following the even or odd numbers. The activities include a variety of numbers ranging from below 20, to tens, to hundreds for the more advanced students. Answer keys are included.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Zombie Apocalypse Grade 4-6
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Zombie Apocalypse Grade 4-6

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This CSI zombie themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. Who is it? This case includes Clue 1: Multiplying decimals (place value) Clue 2: Multiplication of 10’s, and 100’s (eg 600 x 60) Clue 3: Multiplication of 2 digit numbers Clue 4: Addition of numbers with 2 decimal places Clue 5: Addition of deciamls Answer sheets are included
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #3 (x6 and x7 times tables)
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #3 (x6 and x7 times tables)

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The Mad Scientist has struck again!!! He has now turned all of the classes apple computers into actual apples. This CSI themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication and Division problems and puzzles. This mystery is based on their times tables only and focuses on students x6 and x7 times tables. Students narrow down the possible options by completing the activities and marking them off from the ingredient list until one potion is left. Can you save the teachers? This case includes Clue 1: ÷6 division cryptogram activity Clue 2: x6 AND X7 times tables activity Clue 3: ÷7 division true or false puzzle Clue 4: x7 times tables multiplication maze Clue 5: x6 times tables multiplication word problems Answer sheets are included
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #4 (x8 and x9 times tables)
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #4 (x8 and x9 times tables)

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The Mad Scientist has struck again!!! He has now turned all of the classes apple computers into actual apples. This CSI themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication and Division problems and puzzles. This mystery is based on their times tables only and focuses on students x8 and x9 times tables. Students narrow down the possible options by completing the activities and marking them off from the ingredient list until one potion is left. Can you save the teachers? This case includes Clue 1: ÷8 division cryptogram activity Clue 2: x9 times tables activity Clue 3: ÷9 division true or false puzzle Clue 4: x8 times tables multiplication maze Clue 5: x8 and x9 times tables multiplication word problems Answer sheets are included
Matariki - Mu Torere (A Traditional Maori Board Game)
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Matariki - Mu Torere (A Traditional Maori Board Game)

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Mu torere is said to be the only native board game of the Maori. It is played on the points and centre of an 8-pointed star, by two players with four pieces each. The object of the game is to block your opponent so they cannot move. Mu Torere is the perfect game to celebrate Matariki, or Waitangi Day, especially if it is raining. I also put the boards in my math game area for my math rotations and early finishers. I have included 2 different game boards. First ,the traditional star board and the other being more of a wheel design (My students seem to prefer this one) Further I have included some counters for it (Or just use your plastic ones). Oh yes I have included instructions on how to play. Simply print, cut and laminate for a long lasting resource. I laminate the game board on one side and the instructions on the other.
CSI Finding Fractions Help!- The Desert Quest (A Math Murder Mystery)
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CSI Finding Fractions Help!- The Desert Quest (A Math Murder Mystery)

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This is a great, fun and engaging resource to practice fractions with your students. It is a themed Math Mystery where students follow the clues to solve the mystery and discover where the secret hidden treasure is. This adventure includes Clue 1: Fraction of a whole number Clue 2: Matching mixed fractions to improper fractions Clue 3: Simplifying and finding equivalent fractions Clue 4: Ordering fractions from biggest to smallest Clue 5: Converting improper fractions to mixed fractions Answer sheets are included. Enjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easily find my latest resources and receive discounts
Skip Counting by 2  (1-100 number cards)
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Skip Counting by 2 (1-100 number cards)

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These Polka Dot Number Cards 1-100 can be used to teach skip counting in 2's. The number cards can either be used as a wall display, flash cards or group and individual games. The cards have been designed to make it easy for students to recognize the multiples of 2, with them being green and the other numbers blue. There are 6 cards per page. Simply print, laminate and cut. I have included extra cards so you can make your own.If you would like other colors or designs please message me and I am happy to make them for you. Enjoy.