Let’s be real—division can feel like one of those topics students just don’t click with straight away. But it doesn’t have to be dry or difficult! In this episode, we are sharing fun, hands-on, and brain-boosting strategies to help your students understand and enjoy division.

From fact family fun to paper plate crafts, peer mentoring, and clever games, this episode is full of easy-to-implement ideas that build confidence and fluency. Plus, we chat about why it’s so important to teach division alongside multiplication—and how to make that inverse relationship stick.

Key ideas we talk about in the episode:

• Fun and effective ways to teach division through games and puzzles
• How to use multiplication knowledge to strengthen division skills
• Hands-on craft ideas like the self-correcting paper plate spinner
• Why fact families are essential—and how to make them engaging
• The power of peer mentoring and student collaboration

Quick tips for warm-ups and fast-finishers during division lessons
If you’ve ever searched for ways to boost engagement during your division unit, this episode is your go-to guide. Get ready to level up your maths block with creative, low-prep ideas that make learning (and teaching!) division a total win.

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Rainbows ahead,

Alisha and Ashleigh

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ready to print division games (including spinner games)

How to create the division paper plate craft

Division puzzles

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In this episode, we explore the transformative power of connection in education. Joining us are two incredible educators, Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns, co-authors of Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students. Erika and Tiffany share their insights on how meaningful conversations can shift the focus from managing behaviour to building connections that foster student growth, improve classroom culture, and enhance academic outcomes.

Through this engaging discussion, you’ll hear about:

• The story behind Erika and Tiffany’s partnership and what inspired them to write Connecting Through Conversation.
• What "connected relationships" mean in education and why they are vital for effective learning.
• Why behaviour is a form of communication and how teachers can understand the message behind it.
• Practical strategies for integrating connection in education into your daily routine without feeling overwhelmed.
• How shifting from behaviour management to connection in education transforms both teaching and learning.

If you’re ready to take your classroom relationships to the next level, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and heartfelt inspiration!

Rainbows ahead,

Alisha and Ashleigh

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connecting Through Conversations Website and use the code CTCPODCAST50 to get a discount on their signature course.

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Connect with the CTC Community on Twitter

Connect with CTC Community on YouTube

Connect with Tiffany Burns on Linkedin

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Differentiation is one of the most effective ways to meet the diverse needs of students in your classroom. We break down simple, practical strategies that you might already be using without even realising it!

We explore learning profiles, scaffolding, flexible seating, project-based learning, open-ended questions, peer teaching, and technology—all powerful tools to create a student-centred learning environment. Plus, we discuss the importance of fostering a safe and respectful space, particularly when implementing peer teaching, and share real-life examples of differentiation in action.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas to supercharge your teaching, ensuring that every learner in your classroom feels supported, challenged, and engaged. This is part 2 of our chat about differentiation, listen to part 1 here.

Key Takeaways:

• You’re already differentiating! Many teachers use differentiation techniques without realising it.
• Scaffolding and learning profiles help tailor instruction to individual needs.
• Flexible seating and project-based learning allow students to engage in ways that work best for them.
• Jigsaw activities and peer teaching foster collaboration and deeper understanding.
• Technology can be a powerful tool to personalise learning experiences.
• A respectful and inclusive classroom environment is essential for differentiation to be successful.

Let’s keep the conversation going! What’s your go-to differentiation strategy? DM us on Instagram or share in our podcast facebook community—we’d love to hear from you!

Rainbows ahead,

Alisha and Ashleigh

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

• Listen to Part 1: Unlocking 9 Differentiation Strategies here.
• Skip counting for different learning styles
• Multiplication for different learning styles
• Canva for Educators
• Easter Blooms activities for Grades 1-2 and 3-6
• Free division open ended problems
• Visit https://shop.rainbowskycreations.com/ for ready to go differentiated resources.

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