Are you looking for ways to bring more creativity and joy into your teaching? In this episode, we sit down with Rianna, the educator behind the popular Instagram account, @creationsineducation. Rianna shares her unique approach to blending curriculum goals with fun, hands-on activities that ignite excitement in her students and foster a love for learning.

Rianna kicks off the conversation by sharing her approach to balancing the demands of the curriculum with her desire to make lessons fun and engaging. She encourages teachers to think outside the box—bringing lessons outside, incorporating collaborative projects, and using interactive activities to keep students motivated and on track.

When it comes to keeping students engaged, Rianna’s secret lies in tapping into their interests and showing her own enthusiasm. She believes that when a teacher enjoys the lesson, it’s contagious, and students are far more likely to be excited about learning.

In addition to her teaching work, Rianna is a published author of two books, Tale of the Trolls and Return of the Trolls, which focus on environmental awareness and the impact of our actions. She discusses her motivation behind writing these books and how she incorporates their themes into her classroom to inspire environmental consciousness among her students.

Main Talking Points:

• Balancing curriculum with creativity
• Keeping students engaged by connecting to their interests
• Classroom management as a casual teacher
• Becoming a published author with a focus on environmental themes
• Investing in versatile teaching resources for sustainable teaching

Tune in to discover her tips on teaching creatively, engaging students, and sustainable teaching practices.

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Rainbows ahead,

Alisha and Ashleigh

Resources mentioned in today’s episode

Rianna’s books: ‘The Tale of the Trolls' and 'The Return of the Rubbish Trolls’

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Connect with Rianna @creationsineducation

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In this episode we’re keeping it real and sharing 5 things we would not be doing if we were teaching in the classroom this year. With years of experience in teaching and supporting educators, we’re reflecting on what really matters, what teachers can let go of, and how to approach the school year with more purpose and less stress.

We talk about setting boundaries, prioritising student learning, simplifying homework, and the importance of preparation and transparency. If you’re ready to rethink some habits, focus on what makes a real impact, and reclaim some of your time, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why setting boundaries (like not answering every email or phone call) is essential for teacher wellbeing
• The importance of prioritising student learning over unnecessary tasks
• How to reframe your approach to homework and why it might not belong in the primary classroom
• The power of slowing down and letting go of “the small stuff” to lower stress for both you and your students
• How to improve parent communication with transparency, preparation, and a proactive approach

We also discuss the value of communal classroom activities, fostering connections, and why a slight adaptation in silent reading time could be a game-changer for both students and teachers.

We would love to know what you think about these ideas? Are you willing to skip out on some of them too? Do you disagree with anything we have said?

Rainbows ahead,

Ashleigh and Alisha

Resources mentioned in this episode

Episode 44 with Amy Green - A conversation about Teacher Wellbeing

Freebie: Advice from Teachers for Teachers

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Starting a new school year can be exciting and a little nerve-wracking for both students and teachers. In this episode, we share 5 simple and engaging icebreaker games that will help you build connections, break the awkward first-day silence, and create a positive classroom culture from day one.

These games are perfect for primary classrooms, require minimal preparation, and will get your students interacting and learning about one another while having fun. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned pro looking for fresh ideas, this episode is full of practical, easy-to-implement tips to make your first few days smoother.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why icebreaker games are a must for creating a welcoming classroom environment
• 5 easy-to-prepare icebreaker activities to suit any primary classroom
• Tips to help even the shyest students feel comfortable and included
• How to turn icebreaker activities into opportunities for ongoing relationship-building
• Ways to balance fun and structure as you settle into your new class routine

Icebreaker games we talk about include:

• 2 Truths and a Lie
• Name / Class detective (grab a free copy here)
• Lucky Dip questions
• The paper plane game
• Speed friending
• Team building towers
• Place Value - Who am I

You can access more fun teaching ideas and a wealth of resources by visiting our website www.rainbowskycreations.com

Rainbows ahead,

Ashleigh and Alisha

Resources mentioned in this episode

Grab free our Classroom Detectives template

Get a copy of our print-and-go Icebreaker resource

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