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Chairs in the Classroom: Yoga, Games and More!
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I like using everyday classroom objects we can have in our classroom in creative and engaging ways to make learning fun. So far I've written about soft balls, food, toilet paper and scarves - but what about chairs? Can we use them to boost creativity, communication... and fun?

That Fateful Year: game, project, tool
Imagine a tool that will encourage your students to write creatively, regularly and as if they were playing a game. Sounds great? Well I want to share with you a literal game that will support not only your students' writing skills, but also their out-of-the-box thinking, enthusiasm, engagement and the belief that creative writing isn't that bad after all.

The One Thing You Should Do in 2023
There are probably many things on your To Do In 2023 list already, however I don't think you have thought about the thing I write. In fact, this is something we usually don't focus on - I mean, if we have it, it's cool, and if we don't have it, we don't even think about it. And we really, really should, especially if we teach!

We Wish You a Merry... what exactly? (no-prep lesson plan)
Do you sometimes wonder what's the best phrase for the winter holidays? After all, not everyone celebrates Christmas, so maybe you should say Happy Holidays?
Well, I think it's best if you ask your students! That's why I prepared a short and simple no-prep lesson plan!

5 Free Online Lessons in December
'tis the season to be jolly! That's why I've decided to share some simple videos you can use in your classroom with your students to learn something new (in English) and still have fun!

But Wait! It Gets Worse! (no-prep lesson plan)
November can be quite dreary - we've already forgotten summer, and winter break seems to be only too far in the future. Maybe now's the time to enjoy a little bit of fun? I have a simple lesson plan that will make your students not only laugh but also complain to their hearts' content.

How to Stay Warm in the Classroom? (5 minute lesson plan)
The question itself makes a lot of sense, but alas I cannot help you... although I know who can! Watch the video to check a short and no-prep lesson plan that will help your students not only use English but also develop their problem solving skills.

Let's Talk Crime (review)
November - a grim month perfect for perilous adventures, and what's more perilous than a crime? Imagine a set of cards that can make your class use English, think, collaborate, discuss, argue while solving crimes and having fun! It's pretty much like Cluedo but requires no preparation, no extra explanation... just a set of cards!

Storytelling: How to Start (lesson plan)
I know some of you speak full storylingo, but there are still those who haven’t started storytelling yet and are quite anxious to try. Allow me then to show you the ropes and guide you through one of the easiest and most intuitive activities introducing storytelling in the classroom.

7 Free Online Courses in September
Are you ready for the new school year? Well, I don't think so, that's why I found some courses that will help you unwind. Wine tasting, beer making, the art of sleeping, mindfulness, yoga, dancing, resilience - did you know you could learn more about these fascinating things at home and for free?
Well, now you do.