The Go 2 Teacher Blog

Looking for a reliable team-building game that actually works with your class or group? Through the Hoop has been one of my go-to activities for years as a teacher especially at the start of a new unit when I want to build connection, energy, and cooperation right away. It uses minimal equipment, …

Assessment in P.E. can be very challenging, especially if you’re new to the subject area or haven’t had the opportunity to observe experienced P.E. teachers using a range of assessment tools and techniques. I’ve been very fortunate early in my career to have had wonderful mentors who applied …

Minor games are magical tools that should be utilised by every teacher regardless of the year level you teach. They are the perfect entry points for every lesson and unit and in this article, you will find out why!

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Minor games are the perfect starting point for any unit of work …

Any modern teacher understands that unfortunately, a large part of our job revolves around administrative tasks. This can range from student notes, data collection, communication with staff, communication with students and parents, as well as policy documents, pastoral/wellbeing documentation, and …

Having structure in your classroom is important for student learning outcomes, as well as for effective behaviour management and general class expectations. A well-structured environment allows students to have autonomy, opportunities for self-direction, and also creates a safe space for learning, …

This is a great, simple game called Hopscotch Tag, designed to help students develop Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS), particularly the standing jump. Not only does it improve physical abilities, but it also keeps children engaged while being active. This game is versatile and perfect for warming …

It is clear that our roles as teachers are dynamic, and we take on many responsibilities outside of our agreed-upon services and formal training. As a result, we have developed a broad range of unique skills. This is a massive strength and allows teachers to be adaptable to many different …

As teachers, it’s something we all find ourselves doing countless times a year. Communication and building positive relationships with families are essential to student success, but, like anything, calling someone you don’t necessarily know can be intimidating. For the most part, these conversations …

As we start the new year, we begin another year of teaching. For many teachers, this brings excitement, new challenges, and the start of a fresh and exciting school year. Along with all this positive energy, it can also bring feelings of anxiousness and worry about the stress that comes with …

There are many reasons why Australian teachers are leaving the profession, as we covered in our previous article. All of this is supported by relevant sources and recent evidence. It’s crucial that our sources are up-to-date, as the reasons teachers leave the profession evolve in response to …