Great for role-playing and storytelling, this set represents a multicultural community comprised of a diverse range of families from different ages, gender and occupations. 42 pieces.
$119.99 TE $118.00
$ 11 99
802. NEW! MAYA’S HOLI
Celebrate Holi with Maya, from festive breakfast to colourful streets, and learn its rich traditions! 40-pp hardcover.
$26.99 TE $15.00
804. DIVERSITY & INCLUSION PACK
A collection of picture books that encourage children to respect differences and practise acceptance. 7 books (mix of hardcovers and softcovers), 24-40 pp.
$146.93 TE $49.00
803. HANDPRINT ACCENTS
Use this decorative artwork to spread the message that we all belong!
30 accents in 5 colours, each measuring 15cm diameter.
$12.99 TE $10.00
805. NEW! MAGNA-TILES CLASSIC 32-PIECE SET
Children can click, connect, stack, and sort classic geometric shapes in bright, vivid colours for endless STEAM play. 32 pieces.
$72.95 TE $65.00
super-value WOW! packs are not recommended as reading gifts, but as a great way to fill your classroom library with books for a diverse range of interests.
LITERACY OFF THE PAGE
814.
NEW!
Tell a Story Magnetic Board
The ultimate storytelling board! Includes 75 thick wooden magnetic pieces that include people from different ages, genders, ethnic background, professions as well as buildings, vehicles, trees, animals and more. Board measures 85 x 45cm. Includes 75 wooden magnetic pieces.
$119.99 TE $110.00
815. Rainbow Magnetic Punctuation Marks
These brightly coloured magnetic punctuation marks make learning to punctuate text easy!
40 pieces.
$22.99 TE $19.00
816. Common Exception Word Cards
Each card uses sound buttons and phoneme frames to help children memorise tricky words and identify the decodable parts. Includes 111 cards.
$24.99 TE $24.00
817. Poet Tree
Inspire students to write poems, short stories, Haiku and descriptive passages with a beautiful classroom tree! Includes 180cm tree, 15 decorations, 128 paper poetry sheets in 4 designs.
$49.99 TE $45.00
40 PIECES
BIG MAGNETIC CHALK BOARD!
75 WOODEN MAGNETIC PIECES
SUSTAINABLY SOURCED WOOD
111 CARDS
COLOURFUL CLASSROOMS
818. Carpet
Markers: Arrows 6 arrows in 6 colours, each 20cm.
$24.99 TE $16.00
820. Create-a-Space Storage Centre - Blue Sturdy, washable containers for easy organising and display of craft materials. 30cm diameter tray, 8 coloured canisters each 11cm H. Made from sturdy plastic.
$59.99 TE $49.00
822. Growth Mindset Emojis Poly Chart
819. Spot on Floor Markers Colourful Circles 12 markers, each measuring 10cm diameter.
$19.99 TE $18.00
821. Wiggle Seat Sensory Chair Cushion - Mint
Wiggle seats provide an outlet for excess energy by allowing children to quietly move while working, enabling them to better focus and be more productive. Measures 33cm diameter. Includes hand pump.
$39.99 TE $36.00
823. Colourful Dry-Erase Magnetic Square Notes
What can I say to myself to change my mind? Draw lines to the correct answers. The write-on/wipe-off surface means this chart can be used over and over again!
Measures 56 x 43cm.
$8.99 TE $6.00
With a write and wipe surface for easy reuse, and adhering to all magnetic surfaces, these notes will help you keep track of important dates and information.
6 notes, each measuring 13 x 13cm, and 4 dry-erase pens.
$24.99 TE $24.00
COUNT ON IT
824. Giant Magnetic Base 10 Set
Model essential base-10 and place-value concepts on any large magnetic surface for the whole class to see! 121 magnetic pieces: 100 units, 10 longs, 10 flats, 1 cube.
$54.99 TE $52.00
825. Ten Frame Bingo
A fun matching game for teaching number recognition, counting and simple sums. Includes 4 ten frame boards and 24 cards.
$17.99 TE $17.00
826. Giant Magnetic Multiplication Dominoes (1-6)
Play and learn 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x and 6x multiplication tables on your whiteboard!
72 magnetic dominoes, each 12 x 6cm.
$59.99 TE $20.00
A geared manual clock that allows students to interact with its features and master time-telling skills. Measures 19 x 19cm.
$19.99 TE $19.00
827. Giant Magnetic Multiplication Dominoes (7-12)
Play and learn 7x, 8x, 9x, 4x, 10x, 11x and 12x multiplication tables on your whiteboard!
72 magnetic dominoes, each 12 x 6cm.
$59.99 TE $20.00
829. STEM Explorers Mathlink Builders
Turn early maths and design lessons into fun-filled building projects with MathLink Builders. Includes 100 MathLink Cubes in 10 colours.
$39.99 TE $35.00
828. What’s the Time? Geared Clock
SET UP FOR SOCIAL SUCCESS
830. NEW! Boys Do Cry
A book about battling big feelings and being okay about not feeling okay. 32-pp hardcover.
$19.99 TE $15.00
831. NEW!
Don’t Fall for the Trick A fun guide to smashing gender stereotypes! 24-pp hardcover.
$22.99 TE $18.00
832. Consent and Respect 4-Pack
Four books encouraging children to develop and protect their body autonomy.
4 books, 24-64 pp.
$74.96 TE $45.00
of important
skills and values while having fun. Topics covered include Manners, Emotions, Friendship and Empathy.
833. Character Education Chatter Charts
Key terms and colourful images combine to remind children of important topics: character traits, bullying, cooperation, citizenship, fairness, caring, loyalty and honesty.
8 posters, each measuring 28 x 43cm.
4 board games, die, spinner, six counters and an answer sheet.
$29.99 TE $29.00
$24.99 TE $20.00
SET OF 4 BOARD GAMES
STORIES OF AUSTRALIA
835. Wear a Purple Poppy
Lest we forget our four-legged diggers. This book combines a poetic tribute with nonfiction text to educate young readers on the honourable work of these animals. 24-pp hardcover.
$24.99 TE $22.00
836. This Old Thing
837. The History Box An Inquiry Approach (Year 3)
Boxed set of 64 Text Cards (16 x 4 copies each) and 32 Starter Cards (two activities per card), each 21 x 15cm.
$375.00 TE $275.00
839. The History Box An Inquiry Approach (Year 5) Boxed set of 72 Text Cards (18 x 4 copies each) and 36 Starter Cards (two activities per card), each 21 x 15cm. $375.00 TE $275.00
A young boy’s search for an object to contribute to his class ANZAC project uncovers a forgotten photograph of his great-great-grandfather. 32-pp hardcover.
$26.99 TE $12.00 SAVE $ 14.99
THE HISTORY BOX
Encourage students to step back in time and take part in the events of Australia’s past. Written to strongly support the development of the Inquiry and Skills Strand of the history component of the Australian Curriculum: HASS.
Each box comes with digital access to all content. You will be asked to activate your Access Code, which will create an account for you to log into. Here you will find a digital display of all content should you wish to project that content onto a screen for a whole class to view. Please note, however, that this content is not in the form of downloads so can’t be shared.
838. The History Box An Inquiry Approach (Year 4)
Boxed set of 76 Text Cards (19 x 4 copies each) and 38 Starter Cards (two activities per card), each 21 x 15cm.
$375.00 TE $275.00
840. The History Box An Inquiry Approach (Year 6)
Boxed
STORIES OF AUSTRALIA
841. NEW! Caution! This Book Contains Deadly Reptiles Students will learn fascinating facts about reptiles from the shared knowledge of over 20 different First Nations. 140-pp hardcover.
$32.99 TE $30.00
NEW! Sunny & Shadow Calla talks to dingoes, bridging generations and time to reunite them safely with Country. 96 pp.
$14.99 TE $12.00
842. Aboriginal Topic Cards
These cards are designed to be used as a starting point for learning more about the beautiful history and continuing culture of Australia’s Aboriginal people. 30 cards printed on high quality glossy artboard, each 15 x 10cm. $49.99 TE $45.00
844. Great Australian Picture Book Collection A super-value pack showcasing the best of Australian picture books. 8 books (mix of hardcovers and softcovers), 24-36 pp. $155.92 TE $39.00
845. Australian States and Territories 8-Pack
This series covers the geography, Indigenous history and culture, economics, government, maps, timelines and little known facts about each Australian state or territory. Each 32 pp.
$159.92 TE $72.00
846. Democracy and the Australian Government 4-Pack
This series provides a comprehensive introduction to the Australian law-making process, and insight into how the government and wider Australian society function. Each 32 pp.
$79.96 TE $42.00
843.
CRACK THE PHONICS CODE
847. Articulation Cards
Enhance reading fluency in your classroom with vibrant, full-colour phoneme cards. Each card showcases a child modelling correct mouth positions for English language sounds, and includes a QR code linking an accompanying video. Includes 44 sound cards and 12-page teacher booklet.
$29.99 TE $25.00
849. HiLo Diversity Decodables
Build confidence in older, struggling readers as they master the phonics code. The week-by-week program features high interest adventure stories, centred around a cast of diverse and relatable characters. 60 books, each 8 pp.
$249.99 TE $190.00
851. Letters and Sounds Set 2 Fiction Boxed Set
These readers guide
848. Magnetic Vowel Owls
This set of six write-on/wipe-off, magnetic owls is great for learning sight words, sorting words by vowels, or comparing long and short vowels. 6 magnetic pieces, each 18 x 12cm.
$29.99 TE $20.00
850. Clue Club Decodable Mysteries
A class set of highly decodable mystery tales, complete with comprehension questions and teaching guide.
Includes 5 copies of 10 readers, each 16pp, and 24-pp teaching guide.
TE $85.00
852. Letters and Sounds Set 2 Nonfiction Boxed Set
Full-colour photography and factual content work together to engage more reluctant readers. 60 readers, each 8
BRING THE OUTSIDE IN
853. NEW! The Bee Squad
Join kids across Australia protecting wildlife with fun projects like insect hotels and pollinator gardens!
192 pp.
$27.99 TE $23.00
855. NEW!
Our World of Wild Wonders
Explore Earth’s extraordinary wildlife, from chameleons to cliff-climbing goats! 32-pp hardcover.
$24.99 TE $20.00
854. Beautiful Bugs Classroom Craft Kit
Bring students up close to critters with 64 fun projects. 64 projects, each measuring 13 x 11cm when completed. Pipe cleaners not included.
$34.99 TE $29.00
857. Jackie French
Extreme Weather 5-Pack
Five picture books exploring extreme weather events in Australia by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley.
5 books (mix of hardcovers and softcovers), each 32 pp.
$104.95 TE $39.00
856. NEW!
Every Rock Has a Story Australia is full of unique geological formations, from pink diamonds and stromatolites, Uluru, and granite rocks formed billions of years ago. 64-pp hardcover.
$32.99 TE $26.00
858. Terrific Tree Craft Paper
Double-sided craft paper with photo quality wood grain and tree bark patterns. 32 sheets in 8 double-sided designs, each measuring 28 x 22cm.
$29.99 TE $22.00
64 CRAFT PROJECTS
TEACHING NOTES
DON’T FALL
Have you ever heard something that doesn’t sound true? Something that you know for a fact is false? It feels like a trick, doesn’t it?
Every day, we come across many tricks that keep the world from being a truly equal place. This book helps kids and their grown-ups to learn the tricks that are holding us all back so that together we can smash gender stereotypes and create positive change.
KEY THEMES
• Gender stereotypes
• Unconscious bias
• Patriarchy
• Critical thinking
FOR THE TRICK
Written by Jennifer Bain | Illustrated by Scott Stuart | Teaching Notes prepared by Bec Kavanagh
RECOMMENDED READING AGES: 4-8 YEARS | TEACHING NOTES CREATED FOR LOWER PRIMARY
BEFORE READING
• Have you ever heard someone say that a particular thing is for girls or for boys? How did it make you feel?
• Consider the title of the book. What do you think is meant by ‘The Trick’? Brainstorm a list of different types of tricks. Why do people play tricks? Compare this list to the trick in the book.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
• What are some of the things that people say that feel like a trick? Why do you think they say them?
• What assumption does the teacher make about people who wear pink socks?
• What are some of the ways that we can look out for the trick? What can we do when we see the trick in action?
• What kind of world does the trick stop us from creating?
• In your own words, what is the patriarchy? What are some of the things that the patriarchy makes people believe?
• What is Pa surprised to discover?
• How does Gran try to trick Pa?
• The trick can pressure people into dressing a particular way — have you been tricked like this before?
• Does the trick mean that we shouldn’t wear pink if we’re a girl or like sports if we’re a boy?
LITERACY
Expressions: Literal and implied
• When something is literal, the meaning of a word or phrase is the same as the thing that it’s describing. When something is implied, it is suggested but not expressed directly. For example, when someone says ‘Big boys don’t cry’, the trick or assumption that boys don’t cry is expressed literally. But when the teacher asks for some ‘big, strong boys to help him move the tables and chairs’, the assumption that boys are strong and girls aren’t is implied.
• Can you find other examples from the book?
LITERACY cont … Definitions
• This book introduces a lot of words and concepts that you might not be familiar with. Using a dictionary, write the meaning of the following words into column 2 of the table. In column 3, write an example to demonstrate your understanding.
WORD DEFINITION EXAMPLE
Patriarchy
Oppression
Equality
Unconscious bias
Gender stereotypes
CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
• Make a list of the tricks mentioned in the book. Now come up with an example for each of something that you’ve seen or done or read about that disproves the lie. Eg. ‘Girls can’t climb trees’/ Yesterday my friend, Meg, climbed a huge tree in the playground.
• Draw a picture of yourself in your favourite outfit, doing your favourite activity. Share your pictures with the rest of the class. Do any of these pictures expose any tricks?
• One of the goals of the book is to help create a more equal world. What do you think this world looks like? Write a story, or draw a picture set in a future where people are equal. What needs to change for us to make this world a reality?
See page 7 for this and more social books and resources
MONDAY 17 MARCH – SUNDAY 23 MARCH
HARMONY WEEK is the celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds. It’s all about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belong for everyone.
Orange is the colour chosen to represent Harmony Week. Traditionally, orange signifies social communication and meaningful conversations. It also relates to the freedom of ideas and encouragement of mutual respect. Australians can choose to wear something orange during Harmony Week to show their support for cultural diversity and an inclusive Australia.
School participation is a key focus of Harmony Week, and there are lots of ways to get involved:
> Visit the Australian Government Harmony Week website for a collection of lesson ideas, lesson plans and student activities organised by level of schooling and subject area and aligned to the Australian Curriculum harmony.gov.au/get-involved/schools
> Encourage students to incorporate orange into their uniform and share their different cultures and perspectives
> Organise a pot luck where student bring a dish from different cultures to share together
> Promote diversity through books by choosing titles from a diverse range of authors and cultural experiences.
MONDAY 17 MARCH – SUNDAY 23 MARCH
Embed multicultural resources into the classroom learning space, such as these:
Maya’s Holi See cover item #802
Handprint Accents
cover item #803 Diversity & Inclusion Pack
cover item #804 Village people
cover item #801
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859. Emotional Development Picture Book 6-Pack
A collection of picture books that encourage children’s emotional development, from recognition of feelings to fostering self-regulation.
6 books (mix of hardcovers and softcovers), 24-40 pp.
$124.94 TE $65.00
861. Sensory Weighted Squeeze Pillow
Students can hug away their stress with a deep, calming pressure. Measures 35 x 35cm.
$129.99 TE $89.00
860. Feelings Flips
Children can use this flipbook to explore their emotions and find the one that best describes how they feel.
Measures 25 x 25cm.
$19.99 TE $19.00
862. Calming Stretchy Band Fidget Toy
A silent and calming sensory tool for reducing stress and increasing focus. Measures 76 x 15cm, stretches to 115cm.
$24.99 TE $22.00
863. Feelings Family Puppets
Whether happy, sad, surprised, angry or scared, these 5 colourful and tactile hand puppets help young children explore emotions through guided or free-play, or storytelling activities. 5 puppets and activity guide.
$49.99 TE $49.00
864. The Wonderful World of Elephant and Piggie Elephant and Piggie books are a must-have for emergent readers. Their rich text features are perfect for teaching early character analysis and social-emotional learning. Each 64 pp + slipcase.
$129.90 TE $69.00
POSITIVELY PASTEL
865. Positive Mindset Carpet Markers Empower students with durable carpet markers. 12 markers in 6 colours, each measuring 10cm in diameter.
Each card includes a challenge and list of common materials to complete the task individually or during whole-class instruction. Challenges feature picture directions to support early readers.
30 double-sided cards.
$39.99 TE $20.00
871. Gears! Gears! Gears! FlightGears
Students use sturdy plastic gears to build designs included in the activity guide, or design and build their own contraptions.
44 pieces.
$39.99 TE $36.00
870. Geomag Supercolour 93
Students use the simple, high-quality magnetic elements to build structures with endless design possibilities. 93 pieces.
$89.99 TE $85.00
873. STEM Explorers Suncatchers
Students design their own window-ready art pieces as they solve STEM challenges and snap translucent pixels into place. 422 pieces.
$49.99 TE $39.00
872. STEM Explorers Machine Makers
Students learn the science behind real-world machines as they build twisting, turning creations. 60 pieces.
$49.99 TE $45.00
874. Skill Builders Science: Human Body
Explore the names, functions, and locations of organs, systems, and more with age-appropriate body and biology activities! 17 pieces.
$49.99 TE $45.00
877. NEW! Animal Adventures 10-Pack
A super value pack of amazing animal adventures stories! 10 books, each 32 pp + large book tub.
$165.89 TE $35.00
$ 82.90
879. Lower Primary Favourites 10 books, 64-160 pp.
TE $59.00
$ 113 90
881. Upper Primary Favourites
10 books, 160-384 pp. $188.90 TE $75.00
878. Children in Our World 4-Pack
Beautifully illustrated and age-appropriate nonfiction picture books that sensitively explain global issues. Each 32 pp.
TE $39.00
$ 100.90
880. Middle Primary Favourites 10 books, 80-224 pp. $169.90 TE $69.00
