That'll Teach You

Award-winning author Lisa Fipps joins us for the final episode in our Meet the Author series. We chat about verse novels, in particular Starfish, Lisa's debut novel, and what led Lisa to that particular format. Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastFollow Lisa @authorlisafipps

How many children with mild intellectual disabilities are struggling to survive in a mainstream classroom? What are the problems facing special schools in Ireland today? Principal Debbie O'Neill (@themildprincipal) joins the podcast this week to talk about her experience as a principal of a special school.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and pleas remember to rate and review!

Is Múinteoir Mé is back on the podcast to talk about her latest move, taking a break from primary school to become a Teacher Fellow in DCU. We discuss today's student teachers, the problems they face, and how the career break has helped Aislinn become a better teacher herself.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastFollow Aislinn @ismuinteoirme

They say a picture paints a thousand words - well, Clara I back on the podcast this week to explain just how important wordless picture books are for all ages. Follow us @thatllteachyou podcast and follow Clara @claramariafiorentini

Emily shares her story of being an autistic student in primary and secondary school, as well as her work as an autistic advocate.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast and don't forget to rate and review!Follow Emily @emilymcps2004

Social injustice, corruption, politics, unequal systems - to what extent can teachers help the children in our care by opening up new perspectives on the world? How can these systems be disrupted in a positive way for education? Danielle joins TTY this week to discuss these issues, and more.Follow Danielle @decolonisingmyclassroom and follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast

Kids love books. Unless they don't. How can we help support our children in their earliest years, to ensure that their confidence and competence in literacy develops as best it can? Dee (@playful_classroom) is back on the show this week to discuss early intervention, assessment, and finding the balance between classroom support and SET for those who need it.Follow us @thatlltecahyoupodcast, and don't forget to rate and review!

Award-winning author Sarah Webb joins us this week, to talk about her process, historical fiction, and visiting schools. Sarah is one of Ireland's best known children's authors, particularly in schools, and we loved the chance to chat to her about her background as both a reader and a writer.We're heading on our Easter holidays - we'll see you on 15th April!Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcastFollow Sarah @sarahwebbwriter