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There are many important themes, or messages, throughout Dahl’s books that contain ‘life lessons’ which are still very much relevant today. Based on this, here are some suggestions for Roald Dahl stories you might choose as your next class reader:

Going #BackToSchool isn't only about the children! The start of the new school year is equally exciting, challenging and daunting for teachers. To help make sure you have a great start to the new school year, here's 37 tips shared by teachers.

Black History Month UK is October. Here are some Black History Month ideas and activities for schools and teachers.

Gender bias in children’s books is more prevalent than you might think. Whether you are a teacher or a parent this non-stereotype book list is bound to have several books that would make excellent additions to your book collection.  

Transition Day needs to be full of exciting and engaging activities with which to welcome your new class. You want to give them a taste of the year to come with you as their new teacher. No pressure then!

Celebrating the children and their achievements is an important thing to do, especially when they are leaving the primary school they have spent many years in. Check out our top ten eco ways to celebrate Year 6 leavers.

Children's Art Week takes place 8-16 June. Across the country, galleries and venues open up their doors for visits by schools and families. Many of these places also put on workshops where children can try art projects and activities for themselves.

Thousands of schools across the UK have already taken big steps to become eco schools. There are more than 18,000 schools in England registered with the Eco Schools program. Find out how you can get involved.

Achieving a healthy primary teacher work life balance may seem as unrealistic as having a unicorn for a class pet, but it doesn’t have to be a pipe dream.