Manchester-Based Educator, Developer, Teacher, Digital Artist and Author



Empowering Language & Learning

Great teaching happens when students feel confident enough to express their true selves. I developed my Advanced and Intermediate Discussion Topics to create that spark, giving learners the perfect environment to speak naturally. From the streamlined Chalkboard for Windows app—designed to make digital teaching feel fluid and intuitive—to my Creative Activities and Word Searches, built to make every lesson engaging, effective, and full of life.




What They’re Saying...

Every resource I create comes from a place of passion and care, shaped by real experience and countless hours of thought. Reading your kind words and knowing my projects are making a difference is incredible—it fills me with gratitude and keeps me inspired.


“I created flashcards from this material—it enhanced the quality of my lessons. Great teaching material available in the book.”

— Kurani Family, Goodreads (Intermediate ESL)

“A great resource to get ESL learners engaged in conversation.”

— Amazon reviewer, USA (Intermediate ESL)

“I love the vocabulary—very useful for beginners and intermediate students. Enjoy this book!”

— Daniel, USA (Advanced ESL)

“Good.”

— Magly, USA (Advanced ESL)

“A simple, lightweight tool that’s easy to use and works especially well with a stylus. It’s perfect for jotting down notes or sketches without distractions—ideal for online teaching or creative brainstorming.”

— Softpedia review (Chalkboard)

“Simple, easy to use, and very user-friendly.”

— PushpaaRaaj (Google Play, Numerology App)

“Love it.”

— Bear (Google Play, Numerology App)

“I use this app to orient myself in the archetype of the number of the day and be more aware of its energy—it’s become a helpful daily companion I haven’t found in other apps.”

— Ceci (Google Play, Numerology App)

“Great app.”

— Tanisha (Google Play, Numerology App)

“It’s a great app—only issue is with the calculation of my path number, but the developer fixed it quickly.”

— Emiliana (Google Play, Numerology App)

“More of a model-theory book than just practical book.”

— Amazon Customer, USA (Advanced ESL)

“It’s a great app! I had a specific issue with my Master Number calculation, but the developer responded personally and fixed it right away”

— Manjuu (Google Play, Numerology App)


Thank you all for sharing this journey with me.




Resources for a Balanced Mind

Finding a moment of calm and focus can transform your entire day. I created the Numerology Colors app as a daily ritual to help center the mind and find clarity before a busy shift. My travel memoir, You’re Going the Wrong Way, celebrates the spirit of adventure found in the Outback, while my Kitchen Garden guide and Themed Word Searches offer simple, joyful ways to unplug and reconnect with nature. Each resource is an invitation to find your own creative spark and quiet reflection.




Nigel Mark Openshaw Manchester-Based Educator, Developer, Teacher, Digital Artist and Author

Welcome to my Car Boot of Apps 'n' Books!

I’ve always believed that the most effective tools are born from a passion for practical solutions. My work—whether it’s an app, a book, or a teaching resource—is a direct reflection of my journey, from the classrooms of South Korea to the vast landscapes of the Australian Outback. Today, I balance my time between home care and digital creation, crafting the very tools that have helped me grow, learn, and stay grounded.

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