Teaching Resources for Parents in NZ

Are you looking for reliable teaching resources for parents to support your child’s education? Whether you’re a homeschooling parent seeking comprehensive primary teaching resources in NZ or wanting to boost your child’s confidence after school, finding the right assets can feel overwhelming.

We understand that every parent wants to give their child the best educational foundation possible; that’s why at Top Teaching Tasks, we’ve developed a comprehensive range of teaching workbooks for parents that make home learning simple, effective, and enjoyable.

Take the guesswork out of your child’s education today; browse our collection below!

  • Punctuation Power-Up Activities | Commas (Food themed)

    NZ$7.50

    These Punctuation Power-Up activities are a great boost for those who need some extra practice of punctuation skills. This pack focuses on eight comma rules.   We’ve provided two levels, easily identified by the handwriting or standard lines on the worksheet.   These worksheets have a food theme.   This resource includes 26 activity sheets:…

  • NZ Junior Journal 68 Activities and Lesson Plans

    NZ$7.50

    Engaging Reading Response Activities for NZ Junior Journal 68 Explore our NZ Junior Journal 68 Activities and Lesson Plans, designed to bring the stories and articles in this publication to life! This comprehensive resource offers both paper-based and digital options, making it perfect for classroom use or distance learning. The texts in Junior Journal 68…

  • Whole Class School Journal Resource Year 4 – The Great Rat Catching Competition

    NZ$8.50

    Empower your students’ learning with this comprehensive whole-class teaching reading comprehension resource based on The Great Rat Catching Competition from the Level 2 June 2024 School Journal. Ideal for enhancing structured literacy programs, this resource is built around the Science of Reading principles and promotes comprehension strategies, vocabulary enrichment, grammar, syntax, sentence structure, verbal reasoning,…

  • Punctuation Power-Up Activities | Apostrophes for Contractions and Possession

    NZ$7.00

    These Punctuation Power-Up activities are a great boost for those who need some extra practice of punctuation skills. This pack focuses on using apostrophes.   We’ve provided two levels, easily identified by the handwriting or standard lines on the worksheet.   This resource includes 16 activity sheets: Use Apostrophes in Contractions x 8 Apostrophes for…

  • School Journal Level 2 November 2024 Activities

    NZ$7.50

    Looking for comprehensive reading response activities for the NZ School Journal Level 2 November 2024? Our expertly designed resource offers everything you need to bring the stories and articles in this publication to life. Perfect for both classroom and distance learning, this resource includes paper-based and digital (Google Slides) options to suit your teaching needs….

  • When to Use Paragraphs | A Step by Step Guide for Year 1-3

    NZ$6.00

    This resource teaches the skill of paragraphing in writing.   This resource introduces younger students (working at levels 1 and 2 of the curriculum, or years 1-3) to what paragraphs are, why we use them, and when we use them. It is designed to help students learn, remember and practice when to separate their sentences…

  • Punctuation Power-Up Activities | Speech Marks

    NZ$7.50

    These Punctuation Power-Up activities are a great boost for those who need some extra practice of punctuation skills. This pack focuses on using speech marks.   We’ve provided two levels, easily identified by the handwriting or standard lines on the worksheet.   This resource includes 22 activity sheets: Using speech marks for enclosing direct speech…

  • Whole Class Junior Journal Resource Year 3 – Taking Off – Junior Journal 68

    NZ$8.50

    Enhance Your Students’ Reading Comprehension with Science of Reading Principles. Develop your students’ reading comprehension with this comprehensive resource, focused on the Taking Off article from Junior Journal 68. Great as an addition to your Year 3 structured literacy program.   The Taking Off article explores the history of aviation, from hot-air balloons through to…

  • Decodable Text for Older Readers: Cricket

    NZ$5.00

    This resource is designed as a decodable text for older readers (year 4 – Year 8). It focuses on cricket and contains factual information about it and personal stories of the narrator and their love of the sport.   Focus Phonemes and Graphemes: The text emphasises the following phoneme-to-grapheme correspondences: /k/ phoneme represented by -ck,…

  • School Journal Level 4 November 2024 Follow Up Activities

    NZ$7.50

    We’ve put together a set of reading response activities for the School Journal Level 4 November 2024. Our School Journal Level 4 November 2024 Activities resource has everything you need to dive into the story and articles within this publication. oth a paper-based and digital option are included so you can use this in the…

  • An Introduction to Pā History and Literacy Independent Activities Year 5-8

    NZ$8.50

    Explore the significance of pā in New Zealand with this dynamic teaching resource. These print and digital independent activities are pitched at Year 5-8 learners and align with the Science of Reading and the principles of a knowledge-rich curriculum.   In this Introduction to Pā independent activities pack, you receive:   1. A set of independent…

  • Pā in Aotearoa NZ Activities for Year 4

    NZ$6.50

    Learn about the history and design of pā in Aotearoa, NZ, with this engaging resource! In this History, Reading Comprehension & Literacy Activities pack, pitched at Year 4 learners, students will learn what pā are, their origins, and design and structure. This resource is provided in both print and digital form – great for Google…

  • School Journal Level 3 October 2015 Follow Up Activities

    NZ$7.50

    We’ve put together a set of reading response activities for the NZ School Journal Level 3 October 2015. Our School Journal resource has everything you need to dive into the story and articles within this publication.   Both a paper-based and digital option are included so you can use this in the way that suits…

  • 100th Day of School Collaborative Poster

    NZ$6.50

    Celebrate 100 days of school in style with this dynamic, engaging and collaborative activity – a wonderful bulletin board display. 100 days is a perfect chance to celebrate the great activities and experiences of the first few months while also looking forward to what adventures are still to come! Students create a collaborative jigsaw puzzle that…

  • Words for Indicating Degree – Vocabulary Explicit Teaching Slides and Activities – Year 3

    NZ$9.00

    Our Words for Indicating Degree Explicit Teaching Slides and Activities provide a dynamic, effective way to explore word meanings, making them an excellent addition to any structured literacy programme. Expanding students’ vocabulary is vital for enhancing reading and writing skills, as research shows that students with a wider vocabulary often perform better academically, especially in…

  • Whole Class School Journal Resource Year 7-8 – My First Ramadan: School Journal Level 4 June 2024

    NZ$7.50

    Enhance your students’ reading comprehension using Science of Reading principles with this engaging resource focused on the personal essay, “My First Ramadan,” from the Level 4 June 2024 School Journal. Perfect for supplementing your structured literacy program, this comprehensive teaching tool develops key comprehension strategies, vocabulary, grammar, syntax, sentence structure, verbal reasoning, and content knowledge….

Getting Started with Home Teaching Resources

Understand Your Child’s Learning Needs

Every child learns differently. Understanding these unique needs is the first step to successful home learning. Take time to observe how your child engages with different activity styles—if they prefer hands-on projects, visual demonstrations, or listening to explanations.

Create an Effective Learning Routine

Establishing a consistent learning routine helps children feel secure and focused. Start by identifying your child’s most alert times of day—for some, this might be early morning, while others may concentrate better in the afternoon. Successful teaching activities of parents often involve breaking learning into manageable chunks and mixing regular breaks and quiet study time with active learning to maintain engagement. 

Set Up a Comfortable Study Space

A dedicated learning area can make a world of difference in focus and motivation. Choose a well-lit space away from distractions, ideally with a comfortable chair and desk at the right height. Keep frequently used teaching resources within easy reach, and consider having a weekly planner on the wall for simple organisation.

Maintain Motivation

Often, the biggest challenge for most parents is keeping their children enthusiastic about learning. Make lessons fun by incorporating games and interactive activities from our teaching resources for parents in NZ. Mix up the learning environment occasionally by taking suitable activities outdoors or creating themed learning days, remembering to stay positive and show enthusiasm for learning yourself, as children often mirror their parents’ attitudes. 

Why Choose Our Teaching Resources for Parents? 

Hundreds of Kiwi parents trust our carefully crafted teaching resources to guide their children’s educational development at home. Whether you’re helping with homework or leading a full homeschooling programme, our teaching workbooks for parents make teaching feel natural and achievable.

Children learn differently, and our resources embrace these differences. Each teaching pack includes various approaches to teaching the same concept – from visual guides and hands-on activities to written exercises and interactive games. This flexibility means you can easily adapt the materials to suit your child's learning style, pace, and interests. Plus, our resources include extension activities for quick learners and additional support for those who need more practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your teaching resources aligned with the New Zealand curriculum?

Absolutely. Behind every resource we create is a passionate team of New Zealand educators who understand both the curriculum and the unique challenges of learning at home. Our diverse team brings together a wealth of educational expertise on what works in real learning situations, whether in the classroom or at home. 

I’m new to homeschooling. Where should I start?

Starting your homeschooling journey can feel overwhelming, but don"t worry—we've helped hundreds of Kiwi parents begin their home education adventure with confidence. When using our teaching activities for parents, we recommend starting with core subjects like English reading activity worksheets, maths, or science and establishing a simple daily routine.

If you require any assistance, our friendly team is always ready to help. Fill out our contact form, and we aim to get back to you within 24 hours.

Can these resources be used to supplement school learning? 

Definitely. Since our teaching resources for parents are aligned with the New Zealand curriculum, they seamlessly integrate with your child’s schoolwork. Whether you"re looking to boost confidence in a particular subject, provide extra practice, or enrich your child's learning at home, our resources are designed to complement what they're learning at school.

Get Started with Home Teaching Resources Today 

Join the ranks of happy New Zealand parents who've already discovered the difference the right teaching resources can make. From structured workbooks to engaging activities, curriculum-aligned materials to interactive learning games – we've got everything you need to make learning at home effective and enjoyable.

Ready to begin? Explore our collection of teaching resources for parents in NZ today and find the perfect activities for your family's needs.