In this episode of Literacy in Color, I’m joined by the incredible Lindsay Kemeny, a trusted voice in the Science of Reading community and author of Seven Mighty Moves and Rock Your Literacy Block. Lindsay shares her journey into structured literacy, sparked by her son’s dyslexia diagnosis, and how that led to a complete transformation in her teaching and professional work.

We dive into her brand-new book, Rock Your Literacy Block, and explore what it means to build a strong, responsive, and efficient literacy block that aligns with the Science of Reading. Lindsay offers practical strategies, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes look at how she organizes her day, structures her small groups, and maximizes every minute of instructional time.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by scheduling, pacing, or finding the “perfect” literacy routine, this conversation is a breath of fresh air. Lindsay reminds us that it’s not about perfection - it’s about progress.

Key Takeaways: 

• The inspiration behind Rock Your Literacy Block 
• The must-have components of an effective literacy block
• The art of pacing and maximizing instructional minutes

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Rock Your Literacy Block by Lindsay Kemeny
• Book: Seven Mighty Moves by Lindsay Kemeny
• Book: Seven Mighty Moves Reading Resources by Lindsay Kemeny
• The Science of Reading in Practice Series (Scholastic)

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