Wattle & Wisdom

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New South Wales, Australia

About the store

Welcome to Wattle & Wisdom! I'm a passionate primary school teacher from New South Wales, Australia, with a love for creating engaging, practical resources that support both teachers and students. With years of experience in the classroom, I understand the importance of materials that are easy to use, visually appealing, and aligned with real learning goals. Here, you’ll find a range of resources designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and make classroom life just a little bit easier. Thank you for stopping by and supporting a teacher-owned store — I’m so excited to be part of your teaching journey!

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HPGE Lesson 1 - Thinking Challenge

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Wattle & Wisdom

The Divergent Thinking Challenge invites students to think flexibly, creatively, and expansively by generating as many ideas as possible for an open-ended prompt (such as, “How many different ways can you use a paperclip?”). Through individual brainstorming, group collaboration, and class reflection, students practise generating original ideas, building on others' thinking, and stretching their creative boundaries. This activity encourages students to embrace risk-taking in their thinking — a

5th - 6th

Balanced Literacy, For All Subjects, General Science, Other (Math)

CCSS

SL.6.1

, SL.6.1c

, SL.6.4

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Experience

Teaching style

At the heart of my teaching style is a passion for creativity, play, and exploration. I believe students learn best when they feel empowered to ask questions, investigate ideas, and take charge of their own learning journeys. My classrooms are flexible, hands-on spaces where inquiry-based projects, technology integration, outdoor learning, and the arts come together to create dynamic and memorable experiences. Every resource I design reflects this approach — encouraging curiosity, fostering collaboration, and building a genuine love for learning.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Throughout my career, I have been honoured to lead and contribute to several innovative programs within my school community. I have proudly led STEM initiatives and High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) programs, driven by a commitment to nurturing every learner’s potential. Alongside this, I was recognised for my work in leading literacy improvement, championing classroom innovation, and mentoring early career teachers. These experiences continually inspire me to create resources that are practical, purposeful, and grounded in real classroom success.

My own education history

I hold a Master of Teaching degree, specialising in STEM education, and have undertaken extensive professional development in areas such as STEM pedagogy, modelled learning, and inquiry-based instruction. My academic journey has been shaped by a strong belief in research-informed practice, and I am always seeking fresh strategies to create meaningful, engaging learning opportunities for students of all backgrounds.

Additional biographical information

Beyond the classroom, I am an avid reader, passionate about sustainability, and a firm believer in lifelong learning. Whether exploring new ideas through literature, engaging with the natural environment, or pursuing professional growth, I bring a spirit of curiosity and reflection to everything I do. These passions are woven through the resources I create, aiming to inspire not just learning, but a deep appreciation for the world around us.