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Recently, I’ve become interested in how the development of fine motor skills in students has changed over recent years and the impact it is having on their academic progress. My interest in this topic can be traced back to when I observed the absolute mess my year 8 students, particularly the boys in the class, were making of their Plague Doctor masks. They could not cut a straight line or use tape to neatly connect two pieces of paper to save their lives.

What comes to mind when you think of the Toastmaster’s Club? Personally, for some reason, I envisioned people dressed in formal attire, delivering eloquent speeches with ‘elite’ accents on topics concerning world affairs. They would ring their dessert spoons against their crystal wine glasses and say things like “hear, hear!” I don’t know why this is the vision I had. Likely I’ve just watched too many movies.

I’m always on the move between classrooms, so staying organised is a must—and that’s where my teacher trolley comes in. It’s basically my sidekick on wheels, packed with all the bits and pieces I need to keep the day running smoothly. Want a peek inside?

How introducing a structured 'Crunch&Sip' time helped me manage classroom behaviour and improve student focus. A practical reflection on balancing food, routines, and learning in middle school classrooms.

Looking for some fun activities to do with your students while they are learning about Medieval Europe? Look no further!

Read my review and reflections on the Harvard Business Review Guide to Making Every Meeting Matter.

A review and reflection on Dr Selena Fisk's book Data-Informed Learners from a teacher's perspective

Gamification is a core aspect of my teaching philosophy. In this post I'll explore the theory and rationalisation behind this theory.