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3 handy teacher shortcuts to staying organised
Let’s be honest - staying organised can often be a constant battle when you’re a teacher. There are so many...
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How useful is inventive spelling for primary school children?
Whether you’re an experienced primary school teacher or you’re only just starting out, there’s a good chance you’ll have already...
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How to get the most out of your teacher planner
We’ve been in business for more than 45 years here at EPSL, so we know as well as anyone exactly...
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Spotting potential signs of dyslexia in primary school children
Over 6 million people in the UK has some form of dyslexia, which equates to about 10% of the population...
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How to build a young child's vocabulary
Vocabulary is one of the single most important learning tools that children have at their disposal, especially when they’re just...
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The biggest reasons why exercise books shouldn’t stay in schools
Now, we know what you’re thinking, and don’t worry - we’re not talking about doing away with school exercise books...
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How do you help KS1 students struggling with their spelling?
It’s well known by now that spelling ability shouldn’t be taken as a sole indicator of a child’s intelligence. That...
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5 useful tips to improve motivation in your class
Keeping your students motivated is one of the single biggest challenges that every teacher faces. For some, it can be...
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4 New Year's Resolutions for teachers that are actually helpful
New Year is traditionally that time of year when we make all sorts of unrealistic promises to ourselves, both in...
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The best exercise books for children with learning difficulties
It's estimated that between 4% to 5% of the population live with an SLD (specific learning difficulty), and they've been...
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4 top tips for setting the perfect primary school homework
Ensure it’s specifically relevant to classroom learning Let’s be honest - you probably don’t need to be told this. But...
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4 easy and engaging writing activities for Key Stage 1 children
Reimagining classic stories For many students, there’s nothing more intimidating than a blank page. Over your teaching career you’ve probably...
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