Rainbow Skies for Teachers
Hey there, amazing teachers—this podcast is for YOU! Whether you’re just starting your teaching journey or you're a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, Rainbow Skies for Teachers is here to help you thrive in and out of the classroom.
We’re Ashleigh and Alisha, your enthusiastic hosts and co-founders of Rainbow Sky Creations. With 20+ years of combined experience in primary education, we’re dedicated to sharing practical advice, supercharged tips, and game-changing strategies to help you succeed as a teacher.
Whether it’s crafting engaging lessons or perfecting your classroom management, we’ve got your back. We're on a mission to lead an education revolution; one inspired teacher at a time….
There are rainbows ahead, and together, we're unstoppable!
You can follow us on Instagram or TikTok @rainbowskycreations
To discover more helpful tips + tricks for teachers, head to http://www.rainbowskycreations.com
Rainbow Skies for Teachers
97. Game On! 10 Clever Classroom Games
Ready to turn play into powerful learning? In this episode, we are diving into creative and cost-effective ways to repurpose familiar games for classroom learning. From Jenga to Connect 4, we explore how teachers can use everyday games to boost student engagement and reinforce essential skills across maths and literacy.
Whether it's picking up second-hand classics at thrift shops or transforming old puzzles into number challenges, we are sharing ideas that are not only fun but also adaptable for various grade levels.
What you will learn:
- How to use popular games like Jenga, Twister, and Guess Who to teach maths and literacy
- Ideas for using Duplo and Lego blocks as customisable learning tools
- Creative twists on the ‘Gone Fishing’ game, UNO, Kerplunk, and more
- Ways to incorporate movement and collaboration into lessons
- Tips for sourcing games on a budget
- How to encourage student ownership and involve families in the process
Let’s work smarter, not harder because game-based learning doesn’t need to be complicated. Start with what you already have, and watch your students thrive through play and purpose. For more classroom inspiration and ready-to-go resources, follow @rainbowskycreations on Instagram and TikTok or visit www.rainbowskycreations.com.
Rainbows ahead,
Alisha and Ashleigh
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Freebie: Australian Currency Block Game
- Multiplication Guess Who and Addition/Subtraction Guess Who templates
- Freebie: UNO Place Value Walls Game