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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
Superhero Number Workbook 1-20
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Superhero Number Workbook 1-20

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Superhero themed Number workbook with number 1 to 20 Students will practice counting, coloring, tracing, dotting, tallying and drawing objects for numbers 1 to 20 Simple and fun superhero themed number workbook designed for young learners, students that need additional support, independent work and for students that are developing their fine-motor skills. 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
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.
Tens Frames Addition and Subtraction Cut Paste and Write Space Themed
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Tens Frames Addition and Subtraction Cut Paste and Write Space Themed

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Tens Frames Addition and Subtraction Cut Paste and Write This wonderful resource is perfect for your students to practice and learn their addition to 10. Students simply cut the bottom tags out, glue them into the boxes to solve the problems and then write the answer in the space provide. Kids Love it. Its active and hands on. Includes: *18 Pages of Worksheets *Addition Ten Frames. *Subtraction Ten Frames. *Mixed Ten Frames. *Templates to Create Your Own.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - Snow Day Snowman
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - Snow Day Snowman

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This great winter snow themed CSI Math Mystery is perfect for those cold snow days to warm the students minds up. The students follow the clues to solve the mystery and uncover who the person is that built a snowman at your school. This case includes Clue 1: Addition to 100 Clue 2: Mapping using coordinates Clue 3: Addition of 3 digit numbers Clue 4: Subtraction of 2 digit numbers Clue 5: Missing number that adds up to 100 Answer sheets are included.
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Alien Invasion
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Alien Invasion

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Your school principal has been abducted by aliens in this CSI themed Math Murder Mystery activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person/animal is left. The problems in this math mystery focus on Grade Two “Operations & Algebraic Thinking” and “Number & Operations in Base Ten”. his case includes Clue 1: Addition up to 20. Clue 2: Adding and subtracting single digit numbers. Clue 3: Addition of 2-digit numbers with regrouping. Clue 4: Rounding to the nearest 10’s Clue 5: Addition up to 20, Making 20 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.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #2 (x3 and x4 times tables)
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #2 (x3 and x4 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 x3 and x4 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: ÷4 division cryptogram activity Clue 2: x3 times tables multiplication maze Clue 3: ÷3 division true or false puzzle Clue 4: x3 and x4 times tables multiplication word problems Clue 5: x3 and x4 times tables activity Answer sheets are included
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
Animal Adaptations PowerPoint Show Physical Vs Behavioral
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Animal Adaptations PowerPoint Show Physical Vs Behavioral

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This Animal Adaptations Presentation looks at the differences between physical and behavioral animal adaptations. It provides examples with high quality images to reinforce the children's learning and talking points. At the end of the presentation there are further images to provide the students with an opportunity to explain what they have learnt. Presentation Topics: - Behavioral Vs Physical Adaptations - Webbed Feet - Sharp Claws - Whiskers - Sharp Teeth - Large Beaks - Wings/Flying - Hooves - The Body and Camouflage - What Adaptations Can You See Please remember to follow me 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
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
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.
CSI Math Mystery - Help! Moon Mission - Space
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CSI Math Mystery - Help! Moon Mission - Space

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This CSI Space themed math mystery activity will capture your students imagination. This is a great, fun and engaging resource to practice multiplication, division, addition, and mapping skills with your students . Students follow the clues to solve the mystery and discover where the secret moon bases leader is located. This adventure includes Clue 1: Multiplication matching puzzle (questions like 5x60) Clue 2: Division Puzzle with code and key Clue 3: Mapping Using Coordinates Clue 4: Multiplication Maze Clue 5: Addition of single digit number to double digit numbers (with regrouping) Answer sheets are included with these activities. If your students like space, missions, astronauts, maybe you are doing a planet or moon landing or phases study. This resource if perfect for you.
Mini Math Mystery - Adding and Subtracting Integers
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Mini Math Mystery - Adding and Subtracting Integers

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Mini Math Mysteries are engaging math activities that are designed to be done in one class period. There are 5 x Math Mysteries in this pack. At the top of each page is a story to set the scene of the mystery, students then answer 16 questions to narrow down the suspects and options until they have solved these daily math questions. This resource contains 5 x Color Addition and Subtraction Integers math mysteries 5 x Black and White versions of the same mysteries 5 x Answer pages 1 x Teacher instruction page for a print and go activity These Adding and Subtracting Integers worksheets provides an opportunity to practice mathematical skills as well as problem solving skills in a more practical context and focused on positive and negative numbers. The high interest topics in these mysteries are also highly motivating for this age group and will capture their imagination. These math mysteries are designed for sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. Could also be used with struggling ninth grade students that need a little extra work and reinforcement . I also leave some of the mysteries for my sub teacher. Math Mysteries are an independent escape room (or crack the code) type of activity where instead of using locks, students identify suspects with puzzles and word problems . This mystery is perfect all year round, start of school, end of year and any season. (fall, spring, summer and winter). Also great for Halloween, Christmas and Easter time.
Mini Math Mystery Halloween - 4 Digit Addition and Subtraction with Regrouping
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Mini Math Mystery Halloween - 4 Digit Addition and Subtraction with Regrouping

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Mini Math Mysteries are engaging math activities that are designed to be done in one class period. There are 5 x Math Mysteries in this pack. At the top of each page is a story to set the scene of the mystery, students then answer 16 questions to narrow down the suspects and options until they have solved these daily math questions. This resource contains 5 x Color four digit addition and subtraction with regrouping math mysteries 5 x Black and White versions of the same mysteries four-digit mysteries 5 x Answer pages (Marking Key) 1 x Teacher instruction page for a print and go activity 1 x Color in page for Early Finishers These 4-Digit addition and subtraction with Regrouping worksheets provides an opportunity to practice mathematical skills as well as problem solving skills in a more practical context. The high interest topics of ghosts, zombies and witches in these mysteries are also highly motivating for this age group and will capture their imagination. These math mysteries are designed for second, third and fourth grade students. Could also be used with struggling fifth grade students that need a little extra work and reinforcement in adding and subbing. I also leave some of the mysteries for my sub teacher. Math Mysteries are an independent escape room (or crack the code) type of activity where instead of using locks, students identify suspects with puzzles and word problems . This mystery is perfect all year round, start of school, end of year and any season. (fall, spring, summer and winter). But has been specifically designed for adding and subtracting on Halloween in October.
Reading Log Weekly Homework
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Reading Log Weekly Homework

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These Reading Logs are perfect for your homework packet. In these reading logs, students can log their nightly reading and include a reflection for each day to show understanding and retell. A space is included for parent signatures and either 20 or 30 minute versions are included. After requests, I have also included a parent, a teacher and a parent and teacher comment section for the weekly reading. This provides an opportunity for all to leave a positive comment about the students progress during the week or a reminder of extra home from the teacher. Enjoy