Had a tough week (felt unwell since Sunday). Parents evening more than made up for it when I was told the following quote: “She loves being in your class. She said she loves it because you just understand her. She feels so safe with you.” 🥰😭🙂 That’s the why.

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week I Am Rebel by Ross Montgomery “I loved this story! Such an interesting premise and a truly wonderful adventure! A tale full of heart, loyalty & courage. Definitely, the best of dogs!”

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week The Last Firefox by Lee Newbery “I adored this book so much I could not put it down! It was adventurous and charming; really captured the resilience and care required to care for another. A great read!”

And done! Set my alarm so I didn't miss out on my fave design 😍 Also ordered a Golden Pines notebook and some other goodies in the bundle! Positive Teacher Co. crushing it with the designs again this year!

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week The Rescue of Ravenwood by Natasha Farrant “This book was a really interesting read. Being told from three perspectives gave it a unique opportunity to explore what makes home and family truly special. A really compelling story!”

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week Zo and the Forest of Secrets by Alake Pilgrim “A superb story set on the island of Trinidad, this science-fiction story thrilled me from the first page! A wonderful coming-of-age adventure that is gripping and intriguing. I loved it!”

Starting off my half term with a lovely build from Brick Borrow Absolutely loved building this 🥰🌊 #Lego #FebHalfTerm

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week Rooftoppers by Katherine Rundell “This one was one of my favourites so far! I love a good mystery and this delivered. It is beautifully written and is underpinned by a warming message of hope and determination.”

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week The Nowhere Emporium by Ross Mackenzie “I adored this book! The prologue might be one of my favourite things I have ever read! It hooked me instantly and was a brilliant, quirky tale filled with wonder and delight!”

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week Cogheart by Peter Bunzl “I enjoyed this story a lot. I loved the alternate Victorian English setting and the steampunk influence notable throughout. A great mystery that was compelling and thought-provoking.”

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston “I really enjoyed this book! I loved the world within this story, it felt grounded and fantastical in equal measure. The sibling dynamic felt real and heartfelt, with gripping adventure.”

Loved watching the 'Amplify Learning: Unleashing the Power of Audio with Lumio' webinar today! Loved watching how instructional audio can benefit a lesson. Really given me some great ideas to up my Lumio game 💻 #GoLumio #SMART

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week The Tower at the End of Time by Amy Sparkes “A bizzare, quirky story that kept me on the edge of my seat. I really enjoyed this magical & mysterious story; a great follow up to the first in the series ‘The House at the Edge of Magic’.”

Drove straight after work to visit the other half of my class today who are on residential. Their faces when they saw me and them screaming my name in excitement was a memory I’ll not soon forget 🥺😊 Campfire, hot chocolate, games and stargazing. What a fun evening!

Anyone else get train anxiety? Like, I know I’m on the platform and I know I can just step on it. But… what if I miss it though? 😂

#ChattyReadingChallenge : Pick of the Week Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow “A really interesting story about what happens when someone in your life announces they’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Handled with care, humour and grace. A truly beautiful story.”

Just watched Dear Evan Hansen at Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham! What a show! The cast were phenomenal and Sonny was a revelation! Such an amazing performer! I laughed. I cried. I loved every second 🥰 #dehuktour

I have been really enjoying using Lumio 💛 to help support my pupils with SEND. This pupil used it to explore quarters and created a fraction pizza! #GoLumio #WeAreSMART

Yesterday made the hard parts worth it. Pupil: "Miss, what will I do if I haven't got you next year?" Me: "Well, you'll be amazing for them like you've become with me." Pupil: "But Miss... what if they don't get me like you do?" ... I made a difference🥹