Episodes

  • EPISODE 200!
    Jan 27 2025

    200: In today's celebratory episode, I share my science of reading journey so far and identify my very favorite guest from the last five years. Just kidding! But I do give podcast "awards" as I identify my favorite podcast series, the most genuine guests, the most passionate, the most knowledgeable ... and more. Listen in to find out which guests were named!

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    12 mins
  • How to address the needs of advanced readers - with Dr. Nancy Young
    Jan 20 2025

    199: Dr. Nancy Young, creator of The Ladder of Reading & Writing infographic, explains why we need to challenge students who are advanced in reading and why research does not support the notion that they will be "just fine" regardless of their instruction. This is an important issue that deserves more attention.

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    44 mins
  • Equipping students to make strong inferences - with Dr. Amy Elleman
    Jan 13 2025

    198: Comprehension is complex - and helping students improve comprehension is no straightforward task! Thankfully, Dr. Amy Elleman shows us how to teach the subskills that will enable our students to make strong inferences and become better comprehenders in the process.

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    48 mins
  • How to use think alouds to improve students' reading comprehension - with Dr. Molly Ness
    Jan 6 2025

    197: Dr. Molly Ness joins us to examine the power of think alouds. We discuss how to prepare for effective think alouds and how to use them to boost student comprehension.

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    38 mins
  • {BONUS EPISODE} A new, FREE learning opportunity coming in January! with Donna Hejtmanek & Virginia Quinn-Mooney
    Dec 23 2024

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    8 mins
  • The nuts and bolts of building oral language in the classroom - with Jocelyn Seamer
    Dec 16 2024

    196: Don't have time to build oral language skills? Jocelyn Seamer shows you how to build them into what you're already doing and offers specific oral language routines to incorporate. This episode is for you, no matter what grade you teach!

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    59 mins
  • [Listen again] How to scaffold preschoolers' early writing skills - with Dr. Sonia Cabell
    Dec 9 2024

    When you understand the stages of early writing, you're better able to support beginning writers. In this episode, Dr. Sonia Cabell reviews a framework for teachers to evaluate, support, and extend the writing that young children produce. This is a must-listen for preschool and kindergarten teachers!

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    31 mins
  • How to train future reading teachers - with Dr. Carrie Pfeifer
    Dec 2 2024

    195: Dr. Carrie Pfeifer shares how her structured literacy clinic and redesigned coursework prepare future reading teachers. Students get hands-on tutoring experience while mastering evidence-based teaching methods. It's a win for everyone!

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    32 mins