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7 months of music

July 9, 2021

I’d not played my ukulele once in the six years since buying it. Then Christmas of 2020 came and all of that changed.

Here’s what I’ve learned from 7 months of making music every single day. … More 7 months of music

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Teaching with Google Jamboard | Powered-up pedagogy

June 25, 2021

One of my biggest and best ways to implement digital technology into the classroom – during lockdown and now while in school – was Google Jamboard.

Here’s how and why it’s going to spice up your teaching. … More Teaching with Google Jamboard | Powered-up pedagogy

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Simple strategies for effective lesson planning

June 19, 2021

These might not be free resources for download, but these are my simple strategies for how I lesson plan effectively. I hope they help! … More Simple strategies for effective lesson planning

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Daily Diary | BuJo Basics

May 21, 2021

What made Tuesday any different to Wednesday? What did I achieve or get done every day? A daily diary is a great way to make your days more memorable. … More Daily Diary | BuJo Basics

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The brilliance of batching and why you should do it too

May 14, 2021

Next to planning ahead, batching activities is the #2 activity in saving time, getting organised, and feeling more productive every day. … More The brilliance of batching and why you should do it too

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Exercise for teachers | Simply staying in shape

April 16, 2021

Here’s my simple routine that fits alongside any day spent teaching. It could revitalise your health and help you take back time for yourself each day.​ … More Exercise for teachers | Simply staying in shape

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A minimalist’s guide to mastering meal planning | BuJo Basics

April 9, 2021

Importantly, my meals have to taste good and – generally – be healthy. You can’t guarantee that with ready meals and frozen pizzas. How can I ensure that I have something yummy, healthy and quick to cook?

Enter meal planning. … More A minimalist’s guide to mastering meal planning | BuJo Basics

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The Joy of Speed Listening | Productivity Hacks

March 19, 2021

Let’s fast forward to early 2021, and I’ve already exceeded last year’s total, well on the way to exceeding this year’s goal. What’s my secret for making so much reading progress this year? … More The Joy of Speed Listening | Productivity Hacks

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The productivity game-changer | Book Club

March 5, 2021

Today’s book club is about the most essential guide to game-changing productivity that I have ever seen.

This is Atomic Habits, by James Clear. … More The productivity game-changer | Book Club

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How to successfully build habits | BuJo Basics

February 5, 2021

I use a Bullet Journal to successfully build – and sustain – habits. Here’s how you can too: … More How to successfully build habits | BuJo Basics

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