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Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you're here.
With over 30 years of teaching experience across Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore, I’ve had the privilege of working with students from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. Throughout my career, I’ve taught every year level from Prep (Kindergarten) to Year 6, but in recent years, I’ve found my true passion lies in the Early Years – especially with Prep-aged children.
I’m well-versed in both the Australian Curriculum and the UK National Curriculum, and I bring a global perspective to everything I create. My teaching journey began in the late 1980s, when I was trained in the Whole Language approach – a method that dominated literacy instruction at the time. Since then, education has evolved immensely, and so have I! I’m particularly interested in the Science of Reading and how evidence-based practices can support our youngest learners as they take their first steps into literacy.
Everything I design for my TPT store is grounded in real classroom experience and guided by a deep understanding of how children learn. My goal is to provide resources that are practical, engaging, and above all – meaningful for students and easy for teachers to implement.
Thanks for stopping by, and happy teaching!
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Christmas 2D Shapes Worksheets & Activities – Printable Early Years Math Pack
Bring festive fun into your Maths block with this Christmas 2D Shapes Activity Pack, featuring 10 engaging activities and 110+ pages designed for Kindergarten/Prep, Year 1, and Year 2 learners. Every activity is hands-on, low-prep, and centres around Christmas decorations built from 15 essential 2D shapes. Students will explore shapes through games, cut-and-paste tasks, data activities, colour-by-code pages, and more - making it perfect for reinforcing key geometry skills during the holiday
K - 2nd
Geometry, Graphing
CHRISTMAS Math Graphing & Data Collection Worksheets | Foundation to Year 2
This Christmas Math Graphing & Data Collection Activity is perfect for students in Foundation to Year 2 who are eager to get into the Christmas holiday spirit while learning basic math skills. Combining the excitement of Christmas with fun, hands-on learning, this graphing and data activity helps children practice graphing, data collection, and statistics in a way that’s engaging and festive. A low-fuss print-and-go activity that is perfect to teach and reinforce data collection, graphing an
K - 2nd
Graphing, Math
Race to the Top Dice Graphing Game | Number Recognition & Writing Numbers to 10
Make learning number recognition, number writing, and data collection fun and engaging with this hands-on dice graphing game, designed especially for Prep/Foundation students! This resource includes 20 print-and-go pages that build skills in number recognition, number formation, graphing, and data analysis. Perfect for independent work, small group rotations, or maths centres, the game provides endless replay value - every result is different, keeping students engaged and motivated. Students ro
PreK - 1st
Graphing, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
EASTER Math Graphing & Data Collection Game + Worksheets Foundation to Yr 2
Celebrate Easter while building essential math skills! The Easter Math Graphing & Data Collection Game and Worksheets is the perfect hands-on resource for young learners to practice graphing, data collection, and statistics in a festive and fun way! Bring the joy of Easter into your math lessons with this exciting and educational game designed for Foundation to Year 2 students. This easy-to-use, print-and-go resource helps children practice core math skills like data collection, graphing, and b
K - 2nd
Graphing, Numbers, Statistics
CHRISTMAS Math Graphing & Data Collection Game + Worksheets Foundation to Year 2
This Christmas Math Graphing & Data Collection Game + Worksheets resource blends festive fun with meaningful maths practice. Students gather real data while playing a simple Christmas board game, then record and represent their findings using worksheets designed for young learners. Perfect for reinforcing early statistics and data representation skills, this ready-to-print pack brings a seasonal twist to maths lessons that keeps students engaged right up until the final days of term. ✅ What’s
K - 2nd
Graphing, Math
EASTER Math Graphing & Data Collection Worksheets | Colour-Count-Record | Prep
Looking for a quick, easy, and engaging Easter math activity for Foundation, Kindergarten, and Year 1–2? This Easter graphing and data collection activity is the perfect end-of-term resource to reinforce graphing, statistics, and data interpretation skills in a fun, low-prep way. Ideal for math centers, rotations, early finishers, and whole-class lessons, this engaging Easter activity keeps students motivated while saving you time. Love this resource? Grab the Easter Bundle that includes th
K - 2nd
Graphing, Statistics
Also included in: EASTER Bundle Prep/Foundation Literacy & Numeracy Activities
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About the store
Experience
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you're here.
With over 30 years of teaching experience across Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore, I’ve had the privilege of working with students from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. Throughout my career, I’ve taught every year level from Prep (Kindergarten) to Year 6, but in recent years, I’ve found my true passion lies in the Early Years – especially with Prep-aged children.
I’m well-versed in both the Australian Curriculum and the UK National Curriculum, and I bring a global perspective to everything I create. My teaching journey began in the late 1980s, when I was trained in the Whole Language approach – a method that dominated literacy instruction at the time. Since then, education has evolved immensely, and so have I! I’m particularly interested in the Science of Reading and how evidence-based practices can support our youngest learners as they take their first steps into literacy.
Everything I design for my TPT store is grounded in real classroom experience and guided by a deep understanding of how children learn. My goal is to provide resources that are practical, engaging, and above all – meaningful for students and easy for teachers to implement.
Thanks for stopping by, and happy teaching!
Teaching style
I believe that learning should be hands-on, meaningful, and fun. My teaching style is grounded in the idea that children learn best when they’re actively engaged, given time to explore concepts deeply, and encouraged to move, question, and discover.
In my classroom, I prioritise a child-centered approach – where activities are designed with the learners in mind, not just the curriculum. I strive to create learning experiences that cater to a variety of learning styles and abilities, ensuring that every child feels seen, supported, and capable.
I love incorporating movement, play, and real-life connections into my lessons, and I’m a big believer in giving students opportunities to talk, collaborate, and construct their own understanding. Whether it’s through hands-on investigations, open-ended tasks, or playful exploration, I aim to keep learning joyful and inclusive.
Above all, I want children to feel successful and curious – because when they’re having fun and making connections, real learning happens.
My own education history
Bachelor of Education Prep - 6
Additional biographical information
Hi there! I’m Jo, from Melbourne, Australia, where I live with my wonderful family – my husband, our two amazing kids, and our much-loved dog. Life is full, busy, and beautiful!
Outside of the classroom, I’m happiest when I’m out walking the dog, listening to a good audiobook or podcast (true crime and education are my go-tos!). I love baking – especially anything sweet – and I’m always up for a relaxing massage or a spontaneous getaway. Whether it’s a cozy camping trip or a five-star escape, I’m all about creating special memories with my family.
Thanks for stopping by – I love connecting with fellow educators, and I hope you find something here that makes your teaching life a little easier and a lot more joyful.
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