I often publish resources around engaging our learners with reading and literacy. However, one aspect that significantly impacts our overall literacy instruction is the classroom environment. Our classroom libraries and their organisation play a crucial role. Using a mix of genre, topic, and author organisation can create a more engaging and effective classroom library. Let’s…
As a passionate teacher and literacy specialist, my work sits at the intersection of research and classroom practice. After a decade of teaching, another decade establishing a large tutoring business and following the educational research, I wanted to develop a literacy program that not only engages learners but focusses on core literacy concepts. Our program…
In this article, we’re sharing five key literacy takeaways that highlight how LFK can be used successfully both in the classroom and at home. These insights are designed to help educators and families maximise learning, boost engagement, and support children in becoming more confident, capable readers. 1. Explicit Instruction Builds Strong Foundations Children thrive when…
No real surprises here, but still a worthwhile read. This latest Education Review article explores how social media can have both positive and negative impacts on young people’s wellbeing. Issues with social media start to rise when it is used heavily and passively, like for ‘doom scrolling’. (Credit to Erin Morley, 7th April, 2026) Young…
The conversation around boys’ education is gaining real momentum, with a government inquiry now putting a spotlight on how we can better support boys in the classroom. For teachers ~ whether you’re working with boys, girls, or both ~ this is an important moment. It’s an opportunity to reflect, share what’s working, and explore practical…
Awesome to be featured in The Educator Australia magazine, read a little about what they’ve said about us below. The Educator: How schools can make literacy learning fun for students At the end of 2022, the OECD released the latest results of its Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). The results showed, since PISA first assessed…
New research shows typing and word processing skills are often not explicitly taught in primary schools Writing using computers is a vital life skill. We are constantly texting, posting, blogging and emailing. This is a huge change for schools when it comes to teaching writing. For students, learning how to write on a computer is…
In today’s classroom, improving student outcomes in reading and writing isn’t about reinventing the wheel. It’s about refining the practices you already use — being more intentional, more strategic, and more responsive to what research tells us about learning. In this article, we’ll explore six powerful strategies that every teacher can impart to lift literacy…
The Decline in Volitional Reading report, released last month from the National Institute of Education in Singapore, has been published in response to a global downward trend in young people’s engagement with reading. Alongside international data from both the PiRLS1 (Progress in International Reading Literacy Study) and PISA2, recent Australian data has shown that one in three Australian children can…
Helping reading teachers thrive means giving them the right tools, professional learning, and ongoing support to deliver strong, effective instruction. This includes access to high-quality teaching materials, targeted training, and a collaborative culture that encourages sharing and growth. It’s equally important to recognise their hard work and ensure they have the time and resources needed…