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COBURG, Victoria, Australia
About the store
I’m an experienced educator with 13 years in primary classrooms and the past 2 years working as a STEM education consultant. I have a deep understanding of what works in real classrooms: balancing curriculum demands with creativity, engagement, and meaningful learning. I specialise in designing hands-on STEM experiences that build curiosity, collaboration and critical thinking, and support teachers to feel confident and inspired in delivering integrated, student-centred STEM learning.
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Preview of Space Scavenger Hunt

Space Scavenger Hunt

A Space Themed Scavenger Hunt! This is an engaging way to launch curious minds into learning about space - kids are moving around, having fun and learning interesting space facts as they go! For students aged 5-12. The perfect way to begin a unit of learning on space or celebrate National Science Week (August) or World Space Week (October). Download includes: Student clues (3 levels to cater to different ages/ abilities)Space object cards to place around the school or classroom for students to f
Preview of STEM Challenge Team Roles

STEM Challenge Team Roles

These STEM Challenge Team Roles support students to work collaboratively and communicate clearly within a team. 6 different roles. 2 levels of complexity for each - one for junior primary, one for middle and upper primary. Each role card has: a clear description of the rolean example of what this role could look like in a STEM projectexamples of some things someone in this role might say during a STEM projectWhat's included: Middle/Upper primary roles displayMiddle/Upper primary roles cardsJunio
Preview of Collaboration Progression

Collaboration Progression

This progression of 20 skills for collaboration supports students to have specific goals around working with others and makes success more visible for them. There are many ways to use the resources in this bundle, these are unpacked in the Teacher’s Guide.  What’s included: Ready to print collaboration progression (20 skills in total – 5 per page)Comprehensive Teacher’s Guide, including reasoning behind using a collaboration progression and ways to implement it in your classroom.Collaboration
Preview of Fairytales - 3 STEM Challenges

Fairytales - 3 STEM Challenges

This Fairytale-themed resource includes 3 STEM Challenges based on different fairytales: Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Each challenge focuses on physical science (specifically force)  and chemical science (properties of materials) concepts, as well as mathematics concepts of measurement and space. This aligns with the Foundation – Year 2 curriculum (4-7 year olds) but would be enjoyable for children aged 4-10 years old.  These resources support childrens’ le
Preview of Cardboard Attachment Techniques Poster

Cardboard Attachment Techniques Poster

This poster is a necessity for any Makerspace or STEM Classroom! It builds an understanding of shape and structural integrity, supporting children when problem solving in STEM challenges.
Preview of Collaboration Cups Challenge Cards

Collaboration Cups Challenge Cards

20 differentiated cup challenge cards that offer a fun and engaging way for children ages 5-9 to develop critical skills like problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork. Each card has a clear focus on a collaboration skill, which supports children to develop in their ability to work in a team.
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About the store

Experience

I’m an experienced educator with 13 years in primary classrooms and the past 2 years working as a STEM education consultant. I have a deep understanding of what works in real classrooms: balancing curriculum demands with creativity, engagement, and meaningful learning. I specialise in designing hands-on STEM experiences that build curiosity, collaboration and critical thinking, and support teachers to feel confident and inspired in delivering integrated, student-centred STEM learning.

Teaching style

My teaching style is hands-on, student-centred, and grounded in curiosity and real-world relevance. I create STEM resources that are purposeful, playful, and accessible—designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration across a range of year levels. Many of my resources are open-ended challenges that integrate design thinking, First Nations knowledge, and sustainability, with clear curriculum links and support for classroom implementation.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I received the Victorian Primary School Teacher of the Year Award in 2019 for my work in creating a STEM and literacy program that re-engaged reluctant writers through hands-on, purposeful learning. I designed a makerspace that combined robotics, electronics, construction, and storytelling, giving students opportunities to design, build, test and write with real purpose.