Classroom Conversations
Guiding you through all of the tricky topics in teaching
Part of VotesforSchools' Teacher Toolkit Series

Part of VotesforSchools' Teacher Toolkit Series
As teachers, we're used to explaining things - but what about the questions that catch you off guard? Or the debates that spring up from nowhere? This guide to dealing with controversial conversations in the classroom will ensure that you're always prepared for those tricky topics to arrive.
read moreTalking to young people about misogyny can be a tightrope for teachers, balancing sensitivity with the impassionate responses from some class members. However, with the rise of Andrew Tate's influence on young people, this conversation is more important than ever.
read nowSex and relationships is one of those topics that has given teachers many a sleepless night, especially when faced with a chatty Year 6 class! Here one of the VotesforSchools's team reflects on five things that have helped their teaching, which we hope might make the process a little easier for others.
Read nowAside from using the well-known 'Cup of Tea' video, how do you talk to young people about the nuances of consent? It's all covered here.
read nowEvery class will have a wide range of different personalities, interests and needs. As teachers, we try our best to get to know all of our pupils and meet these needs, but every teacher will also know that sometimes it's the quiet ones that are the hardest to bring out of their shell and make their voices heard in class.
Here are some tips that might just help you encourage the quieter children in your classroom to speak out:
Read nowTeacher workload is heavier than ever, with many leaving the profession. To help support you, Dr. Kevin Leichtman from TLC Educate joined us to talk about teacher burnout and the ways you can tackle it.
read nowWhether it's for Black History Month, a series of history lessons, or a closer look at your curriculum, teaching Black History often leads to lessons around American historical figures. This post highlights 5 key historical moments in Black British History for you to cover with your class.
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