The BLOG

Welcome to The BLOG, where you can read our musings on the art of teaching with a special focus on classroom organisation, art integration, and SEL strategies.

behaviour

organisation

creativity

ANALYSe

SEL

wellbeing

strategies

productivity

Teaching is the art of nurturing minds while nurturing yourself. Empower, inspire, and grow – for them and for you.

sylvia skinner

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Behaviour Management


Explore proven behaviour management strategies that foster a positive learning environment. Learn how to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) with traditional management techniques. To effectively handle classroom dynamics and enhance student engagement.

Motivating Disengaged Students - behaviour management
Motivating Disengaged Students – behaviour management
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Classroom Organisation Tips


Explore essential classroom organisation tips to maximise your teaching space and efficiency. From setting up art supplies stations to effectively utilising storage solutions, this category offers practical advice and innovative ideas to keep your classroom organised and conducive to learning.

a teacher style guide to classroom organisation by Sylvia Skinner on the blog
a teacher style guide to classroom organisation by Sylvia Skinner
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Creative thinking in education


Unleash the power of creative thinking in your classroom. This category provides resources and activities that help cultivate creativity and innovation among students, enhancing their problem-solving skills and artistic expressions.

creative thinking in art is easy
creative thinking in art is easy
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Critical thinking skills


Strengthen your students’ critical thinking skills with our comprehensive guides and activities. Learn effective methods to challenge their thought processes and encourage deeper analysis across subjects.

critical thinking skills are important to unlock
critical thinking skills are important to unlock
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SEL in the classroom


Unlock the transformative power of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Use practical strategies and insights, to integrate SEL in the classroom, ensuring students develop the essential skills needed for academic success and personal growth.

social skills - SEL
social skills – SEL
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A focus on teacher wellbeing


Prioritise your teacher wellbeing with our tips and strategies designed to support educators. From stress management techniques to balancing work-life dynamics, discover how to maintain your health and enthusiasm for teaching.

teacher wellbeing category
teacher wellbeing
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Effective teaching strategies


Utilise effective teaching strategies that enhance educational outcomes through practical advice and actionable methods. This category features articles that help educators streamline their teaching practices, manage their time effectively, and employ innovative approaches to enhance classroom efficiency.

4 winning steps to being a professional teacher
4 winning steps, to being a professional teacher
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Productivity Solutions


Explore productivity solutions for educators, focusing on tools and strategies that enhance organisational efficiency with practical insights on using digital planners, mastering time management, and developing habits that support professional growth. These solutions help streamline classroom operations and boost teacher wellbeing.

Teacher resources like Digital planners save time
Teacher resources like Digital planners save time

Grab a copy of our ebook and get organised

a teacher style guide to classroom organisation by Sylvia Skinner at I Love To Teach 101
a teacher style guide to classroom organisation by Sylvia Skinner

A Teacher Style Guide to Classroom Organisation

Classroom organisation is about more than just creating a tidy space. It’s about crafting an environment that enhances learning, reduces stress, and empowers you to thrive as an educator.

Dr Melissa Caudle, former principal and now an author, recommends A Teacher Style Guide to Classroom Organization by Sylvia Skinner, calling it “an example of an effective handbook that any educator can refer to, regardless of experience.”

Note: The title of the book uses American spelling (‘Organization’) as it is published in the United States.

The book offers practical strategies and insights to help teachers of all styles. You’ll learn actionable steps to maintain an organised space and understand how organisation affects your teaching practice.

By purchasing ‘A Teacher Style Guide to Classroom Organization‘ through my Amazon account, you’ll not only gain the tools to improve your teaching practice but also support a meaningful cause. A portion of the proceeds directly helps teachers in need in the Solomon Islands.

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