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!
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To discover more helpful tips + tricks for teachers, head to http://www.rainbowskycreations.com
Rainbow Skies for Teachers
118. Collaborative Learning That Actually Works
Does the thought of running smooth rotations or grouping students send your brain into a spin? You’re not alone (and this episode is here to help!).
Join us as we unpack the magic (and the real talk) behind collaborative learning routines that actually work. From tackling post-break classroom chaos to grouping students without the overwhelm, this practical and empowering episode is all about helping you reclaim your time, energy, and confidence.
What you will learn:
- Why collaborative learning is the heartbeat of a thriving classroom
- A simple 5-step January reset to get routines back on track
- How to group students using data without the stress
- What to put in centres so they run themselves
- The #1 mindset shift to keep rotations sustainable
Whether you’re new to centres or looking to fine-tune your existing systems, this episode will leave you feeling supported, inspired, and ready to make collaborative learning work for you.
If your staffroom whisper this term is “my kids can’t work independently”… this episode is your answer. Let’s work smarter, not harder together.
Rainbows ahead,
Alisha and Ashleigh
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- UNO activities for Kindergarten, Grade 1-2, Grade 3-4 and Grade 5-6
- UNO activities for every single grade
- Mini courses: Transform Your Reading Groups + Transform Your Maths Groups
- Multiplication card and dice games