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Rainbow Skies for Teachers

Ashleigh and Alisha

110 episodes

3 days ago

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… especially when you’re a teacher with FREE Christmas resources up your sleeve! In this merry little episode, we unwrap all the goodness inside our 7 Days of Christmas celebration - a free, festive giveaway packed with engaging, educational, and totally classroom-ready activities for the end of the school year or countdown to winter break. Whether you're teaching in Australia or the Northern Hemisphere, these resources are made for YOU. They are all pr...

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year… especially when you’re a teacher with FREE Christmas resources up your sleeve! In this merry little episode, we unwrap all the goodness inside our 7 Days of Christmas celebration - a free, festive giveaway packed with engaging, educational, and totally classroom-ready activities for the end of the school year or countdown to winter break. Whether you're teaching in Australia or the Northern Hemisphere, these resources are made for YOU. They are all pr...

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Rainbow Skies for Teachers

108. Your Free Christmas Resources: 7 Days of Festive Fun for the Classroom

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… especially when you’re a teacher with FREE Christmas resources up your sleeve! In this merry little episode, we unwrap all the goodness inside our 7 Days of Christmas celebration - a free, festive giveaway packed with engaging, educational, and totally classroom-ready activities for the end of the school year or countdown to winter break. Whether you're teaching in Australia or the Northern Hemisphere, these resources are made for YOU. They are all pr...

2 days ago

25 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

107. Two Years, Two Teachers: The Big Lessons We Didn’t See Coming

Today, we’re popping the confetti, lighting the birthday candles, and getting real about our personal truths behind teaching and education. To celebrate our second podcast birthday, we’re bringing you an extra special format: 2 teachers, 2 things we’ve learned, 2 things we’ve changed our minds about. From rethinking teaching strategies to embracing a more relaxed classroom culture, we’re sharing the moments (and guest episodes!) that shifted our perspectives, reignited our passion, and ...

1 week ago

25 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

106: Real Teacher Wellbeing with Daniela Falecki

It’s time to move beyond cupcakes in the staffroom and colourful sock days. In this powerful episode, wellbeing expert and veteran teacher Daniela Falecki joins us to unpack what true educator wellbeing really means and how to create it. With over 30 years in education and a decade focused on staff wellbeing across global schools, Daniela offers a fresh, evidence-based lens grounded in organisational psychology. We explore practical, empowering strategies that move the needle on wellbeing, in...

2 weeks ago

50 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

105. Teaching Kindness: Simple Strategies to Build a More Caring Classroom

Let’s sprinkle a little more kindness into our classrooms. With World Kindness Day on 13th November, now is the perfect time to create meaningful moments that teach students the power of compassion, community, and connection. In this episode, we’re sharing practical, heartwarming, and low-prep ways to promote kindness in your classroom. You may be tackling tricky end-of-year behaviours or just want to boost your classroom culture, these ideas are easy to implement and impactful for all age gr...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

104. Supporting Students with ADHD: Practical Strategies Every Teacher Needs with Sharon Collon

Teaching students with ADHD doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this enlightening episode, ADHD coach Sharon Collon joins us to share practical, brain-friendly strategies to help these incredible learners thrive. With a warm, collaborative approach, Sharon explains how teachers can better understand ADHD, build strong relationships, and support executive functioning in the classroom. You’ll walk away with a toolkit of ideas to reduce overwhelm, manage behaviour positively, and create a lear...

1 month ago

47 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

103. Why We Teach: Classroom Strategies, Student Connections & Finding Purpose

In this inspiring episode, Ashleigh sits down with passionate educator and podcast host Mathew Green for a heartfelt conversation that reminds us why we teach. Together, we explore the deeper purpose behind classroom leadership, the power of meaningful student connections, and the evolution of teaching from compliance to care. Mathew shares his career journey, from questioning his own "why" to rediscovering it during a pivotal job interview. He opens up about classroom management strategies t...

1 month ago

53 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

102. Spooky Math Fun: Halloween-Inspired Activities for Your Classroom

Halloween isn’t just about costumes and lollies, it’s a golden opportunity to spark excitement and curiosity when it comes to learning in the classroom! In this episode, we’re sharing our favourite ways to weave Halloween magic into your math lessons. From board games to fluency fun, these activities are all about boosting engagement without adding extra workload. We walk through five Halloween-inspired math activities that help students practise essential skills while embracing the seasonal ...

1 month ago

20 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

101. STEM Made Simple: Creative, Hands-On Learning with Expert Dena Scoullos

STEM doesn’t have to be one more thing on your overflowing to-do list, it can actually make learning more fun, engaging, and hands-on (three things we are all about here at Rainbow Sky Creations). In this energising episode, Ash chats with educator and STEM advocate Dena Scoullos about how classroom teachers can easily integrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) into everyday learning. Dena shares how she fell in love with STEM and discovered how it sparks creativity, pr...

1 month ago

37 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

100 Episodes of Rainbow Skies for Teachers: Ask Us Anything!

We’re popping the confetti because Rainbow Skies for Teachers has hit 100 episodes! To celebrate this massive milestone, we are answering your burning questions in a special “Ask Us Anything” edition. From classroom chaos to content creation, we’re pulling back the curtain on our journey, favourite tools, and everything in between. This episode is filled with honest reflections, helpful tips, and heartfelt advice, perfect for early career and experienced teachers alike. Whether you’re curious...

1 month ago

37 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

99. AI in the Classroom: Empowering Teachers and Supporting Students

Today we sit down with educator and tech thinker Matt Esterman to unpack the current and future role of AI in education. From low-risk ways to explore AI tools to fostering student AI literacy, they dive deep into how teachers can harness AI for planning, differentiation, admin support, and more. Together, we tackle big-picture topics like ethics, privacy, and school-wide policies, while keeping things grounded in practical classroom strategies. Whether you're AI-curious or alread...

2 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

98. Teaching Diverse Classrooms: Simple Tweaks for Big Impact

In this rich and encouraging chat, we explore how teachers can meet the needs of every student, without feeling like they need to do everything. Dr Maggie offers real-life, research-backed strategies for creating inclusive, emotionally safe, and engaging classrooms with just a few thoughtful tweaks. In this episode, we explore: What diverse student populations really look like in primary classrooms todayEveryday, achievable ways to embed social-emotional learning (SEL) into your routine...

2 months ago

34 minutes

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 ...

2 months ago

27 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

96. Function First, Fancy Later: Jamiela's Guide to Classroom Organisation

Feeling overwhelmed by classroom clutter? In this episode, we're joined by classroom organisation expert Jamiela, who shares her powerful journey from chaos to calm. Once an unorganised teacher herself, Jamiela now empowers educators to embrace simplicity and function-first thinking through her FAVS principles: Functionality, Accessibility, Visibility, and Simplicity. Jamiela dives deep into resource management, the pitfalls of over-purchasing, and how to shift your mindset from "more is more...

2 months ago

36 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

95. Teacher Well-Being: Teaching Shouldn't Be a One-Woman Show

Feeling like you're constantly running on empty or that everything is falling on your shoulders? You're not alone, and teaching was never meant to be a solo performance. In this episode of Rainbow Skies for Teachers, we’re sharing five empowering strategies to help reduce teacher overwhelm and protect your well-being. From curating your very own “glam squad” of resources and support to setting realistic priorities and boundaries, this conversation is packed with practical advice to help you s...

3 months ago

27 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

94. Neurodiversity Without the Overwhelm

What happens when a psychologist and a seasoned teacher team up to support neurodivergent learners? Insight, experience, and heart—all rolled into one conversation. In this episode, Ashleigh sits down with Lisa and Lianne, the passionate duo behind Elevated Teachers, to explore the powerful ways educators can better support neurodiverse students—without burning out. Together, they unpack common myths, tackle IEP challenges, and share practical strategies to help teachers create more inclusive...

3 months ago

38 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

93. Creative Measurement Lesson Ideas

In this episode we’re showing you how a deck of UNO cards can become one of your most versatile teaching tools, especially for measurement! From comparing lengths in Kindergarten to converting units in Year 4, we’re sharing fun, hands-on activities that make maths more meaningful and less worksheet-heavy. We also take a trip down memory lane with some of our own data lesson experiences (remember those eye colour graphs?) and explore how we can create more memorable and nurturing moments in ou...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

92. Differentiation Secrets that are Simple, Smart, and Supportive

Today we’re joined by the fabulous Julia - an experienced classroom teacher who brings a calm, clear-eyed approach to differentiation that will leave you feeling capable, confident, and ready to make small changes with big impact. Together we explore what differentiation really looks like in action, and spoiler alert, it doesn’t have to mean rewriting your entire lesson plan! From math warm-ups to the powerful “bump it up” wall strategy, Julia offers super practical tips for meeting students ...

3 months ago

53 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

91. How to Make Math Joyful & Student-Centred with Kelsey Sorenson

This week Ashleigh flips the script as the guest, chatting with Kelsey Sorenson from Educate & Rejuvenate about all things maths, mindset, and making learning joyful. Ashleigh opens up about her personal maths journey (yes, her dad was a maths teacher!), shares easy ways to bring creativity into the classroom, and offers teacher-tested strategies to help all students feel confident and included. From using UNO cards in the maths block to the importance of mindset and differentiation, this...

4 months ago

46 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

90. 5 Outdoor Math Games That Kids Will Love

In this episode of Rainbow Skies for Teachers, we’re sharing practical, fun ways to take your maths lessons outside. From number relays to times table soccer, we talk through simple activities that help students move, collaborate, and build confidence in their mathematical thinking. We also dive into the benefits of outdoor learning—from improving focus and creativity to supporting emotional regulation—and offer tips for setting expectations and routines before heading outside. Whether you're...

4 months ago

23 minutes

Rainbow Skies for Teachers

NAIDOC Week. The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy

In this special collaborative episode of Rainbow Skies for Teachers, we honour NAIDOC Week 2025 by exploring this year's theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy. We are joined by five inspiring educators, each sharing their unique perspectives on how these pillars can be acknowledged and celebrated in the classroom. Our guests delve into what strength, vision, and legacy mean to them, and how we can guide our students to embrace these values. Whether you're planning NAIDOC W...

4 months ago

18 minutes