We are living in a digital age and our classrooms are forever adapting to reflect this. Whether you teach in a well-resourced school where each child has access to their own iPad or laptop or whether you're slugging your own supplies along from home, making the effort to include technology in your classroom is highly worthwhile (and, in many schools, a mandatory part of the classroom). Below is a list of several apps and computer programs I have found tremendously useful, rel

Hey there, welcome to my first lesson-based post! I'd like to introduce you to two of my favourite puppets, who are also two of the ones I've had the longest and ones I keep coming back to over and over! This is Forte the tiger - he likes loud noises and has a very big roar but don't worry, his bark is bigger than his bite! When children meet Forte, they automatically understand the association between big cats and loudness (you could also use a lion) and this helps them to r

My name is Jenny Ferris and I'm a Melbourne-based primary school music teacher. I have a passion for Kodaly music education, having completed my levels over the last few years and I love finding new ways to improve my teaching. ​ One of the biggest successes I've had with my classes has been with puppets - my kids absolutely love them! Even the most reluctant singers will find their voice when there is a furry friend to sing to. Puppets add some colour and variety to your les