Some educators in Illinois are challenging the way reading is traditionally taught in schools. They say a more evidence-based approach would get more kids reading at grade level. Cassie Walker Burke is an editor at WBEZ and recently reported on how Illinois, including Chicago Public schools, could change the way they teach reading. She talks with host Jacoby Cochran about how reading is taught in Illinois and why some students might be falling behind. 

Some good news: Catch a week of storytelling at the Fillet of Solo festival in Rogers Park starting Friday. Plus, catch Jacoby’s solo show “Lessons from Granny” on Sunday.

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