During this energizing EDVIEW360 episode, we welcome Michelle Sullivan—literacy coach, reading interventionist, and creator of The Colorful Classroom—for a conversation about what it truly takes to make evidence‑based literacy instruction engaging, meaningful, and human.Drawing on more than a decade of experience supporting teachers and her signature COLORFUL philosophy, Sullivan shares how educators can bring both joy and rigor to the science of reading. She discusses why engagement is not an “extra,” how intentional use of language and design can deepen learning, and why morphology deserves a bigger place in everyday instruction. Sullivan also offers practical examples teachers can immediately use to help students connect with words, build knowledge, and feel successful as readers.Listeners will hear Sullivan’s belief that literacy instruction should be vibrant, accessible, and rooted in research—and when educators blend the art and science of teaching, they create classrooms where every learner can thrive.This conversation is perfect for teachers, literacy coaches, and leaders seeking to elevate instruction, strengthen student engagement, and bring more color—literally and figuratively—into their reading block.What You Will Learn:<ul><li>How to bring joy and engagement back into literacy instruction using Sullivan’s COLORFUL approach to instruction along with her blend of creativity and evidence‑based practice</li><li>Why language-rich classrooms accelerate reading growth, and how teachers can intentionally build vocabulary, background knowledge, and discourse into daily routines</li><li>The power of morphology—and why teaching word parts helps all students, especially those who struggle, unlock meaning and confidence</li><li>Practical ways to design lessons that are both structured and vibrant, ensuring students experience success while staying deeply engaged</li><li>How to connect research to real classroom moments, making the science of reading feel doable, human, and energizing for teachers</li><li>Strategies for supporting diverse learners through routines that honor students’ voices, build independence, and create a sense of belonging</li><li>Why engagement is not an “extra” but a critical component of effective literacy instruction that strengthens attention, memory, and motivation</li></ul>

During this energizing EDVIEW360 episode, we welcome Michelle Sullivan—literacy coach, reading interventionist, and creator of The Colorful Classroom—for a conversation about what it truly takes to make evidence‑based literacy instruction engaging, meaningful, and human. Drawing on more than a decade of experience supporting teachers and her signature COLORFUL philosophy, Sullivan shares how educators can bring both joy and rigor to the science of reading. She discusses why engagement is not an “extra,” how intentional use of language and design can deepen learning, and why morphology deserves a bigger place in everyday instruction. Sullivan also offers practical examples teachers can immediately use to help students connect with words, build knowledge, and feel successful as readers. Listeners will hear Sullivan’s belief that literacy instruction should be vibrant, accessible, and rooted in research—and when educators blend the art and science of teaching, they create classrooms where every learner can thrive. This conversation is perfect for teachers, literacy coaches, and leaders seeking to elevate instruction, strengthen student engagement, and bring more color—literally and figuratively—into their reading block. What You Will Learn:How to bring joy and engagement back into literacy instruction using Sullivan’s COLORFUL approach to instruction along with her blend of creativity and evidence‑based practiceWhy language-rich classrooms accelerate reading growth, and how teachers can intentionally build vocabulary, background knowledge, and discourse into daily routinesThe power of morphology—and why teaching word parts helps all students, especially those who struggle, unlock meaning and confidencePractical ways to design lessons that are both structured and vibrant, ensuring students experience success while staying deeply engagedHow to connect research to real classroom moments, making the science of reading feel doable, human, and energizing for teachersStrategies for supporting diverse learners through routines that honor students’ voices, build independence, and create a sense of belongingWhy engagement is not an “extra” but a critical component of effective literacy instruction that strengthens attention, memory, and motivation

Bringing Color to Literacy: How Engagement, Language, and Morphology Transform Reading Instruction

As districts prepare for the remainder of this school year and the many needs ahead, educators must make crucial decisions for appropriate use of ESSER III funding. However, before purchasing priorities can be planned, there are important questions to ask and new funding parameters to explore that will help all educators make the best decisions to ensure educational equity for every student. Additionally, looking back at last year’s funding decisions can help inform the best use of new funds. Join Lexia® Learning’s Director of State Initiatives, Jon Hummell, and Education Department Relations Manager, Brittany Martin, for an illuminating podcast conversation about strategies and considerations for effectively leveraging relief funding. In this podcast, our funding experts will discuss: <ul><li>Determining whether district purchases with previous funds were effective or not</li><li>Lessons learned about the investments districts made so far</li><li>What do these purchasing decisions mean going forward? </li><li>What are some of the best ways to use ESSER III funds?</li><li>How can spending decisions improve and advance a district toward equity?</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>

As districts prepare for the remainder of this school year and the many needs ahead, educators must make crucial decisions for appropriate use of ESSER III funding. However, before purchasing priorities can be planned, there are important questions to ask and new funding parameters to explore that will help all educators make the best decisions to ensure educational equity for every student. Additionally, looking back at last year’s funding decisions can help inform the best use of new funds. Join Lexia® Learning’s Director of State Initiatives, Jon Hummell, and Education Department Relations Manager, Brittany Martin, for an illuminating podcast conversation about strategies and considerations for effectively leveraging relief funding. In this podcast, our funding experts will discuss: Determining whether district purchases with previous funds were effective or notLessons learned about the investments districts made so farWhat do these purchasing decisions mean going forward? What are some of the best ways to use ESSER III funds?How can spending decisions improve and advance a district toward equity?And much more!

As districts prepare for the remainder of this school year and the many needs ahead, educators must make crucial decisions for appropriate use of ESSER III funding. However, before purchasing priorities can be planned, there are important questions to ask and new funding parameters to explore that will help all educators make the best decisions to ensure educational equity for every student. Additionally, looking back at last year’s funding decisions can help inform the best use of new funds. Join Lexia® Learning’s Director of State Initiatives, Jon Hummell, and Education Department Relations Manager, Brittany Martin, for an illuminating podcast conversation about strategies and considerations for effectively leveraging relief funding.&nbsp;In this podcast, our funding experts will discuss:&nbsp;<ul><li>Determining whether district purchases with previous funds were effective or not</li><li>Lessons learned about the investments districts made so far</li><li>What do these purchasing decisions mean going forward?&nbsp;</li><li>What are some of the best ways to use ESSER III funds?</li><li>How can spending decisions improve and advance a district toward equity?</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>

Maximizing Equity & ESSER III Funds: Smart Decision-Making for Districts to Accelerate Learning for ALL Students

After taking a backseat in the education world for many years, handwriting is back. While assistive technology can help students with writing problems, it does not remove the importance of teaching explicit handwriting. Handwriting reinforces reading and spelling skills, and is linked to reading and spelling achievement. In this insightful podcast, you will learn how handwriting supports the science of reading and strategies educators can use immediately in the classroom to build handwriting into their daily lessons.In this podcast, listeners will learn: <ul><li>The connection between handwriting, reading, and writing</li><li>The evidence around two “great debates”<ul><li>Printing or cursive? </li><li>Handwriting or keyboarding? </li></ul></li><li>Key recommendations for handwriting instruction</li></ul>

After taking a backseat in the education world for many years, handwriting is back. While assistive technology can help students with writing problems, it does not remove the importance of teaching explicit handwriting. Handwriting reinforces reading and spelling skills, and is linked to reading and spelling achievement. In this insightful podcast, you will learn how handwriting supports the science of reading and strategies educators can use immediately in the classroom to build handwriting into their daily lessons. In this podcast, listeners will learn: The connection between handwriting, reading, and writingThe evidence around two “great debates”Printing or cursive? Handwriting or keyboarding? Key recommendations for handwriting instruction

After taking a backseat in the education world for many years, handwriting is back. While assistive technology can help students with writing problems, it does not remove the importance of teaching explicit handwriting. Handwriting reinforces reading and spelling skills, and is linked to reading and spelling achievement. In this insightful podcast, you will learn how handwriting supports the science of reading and strategies educators can use immediately in the classroom to build handwriting into their daily lessons.In this podcast, listeners will learn:&nbsp;<ul><li>The connection between handwriting, reading, and writing</li><li>The evidence around two “great debates”<ul><li>Printing or cursive?&nbsp;</li><li>Handwriting or keyboarding?&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Key recommendations for handwriting instruction</li></ul>

How Handwriting Supports the Science of Reading

School districts and government agencies across the country are seeing the importance of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom. SEL is an essential factor in providing students with the knowledge, attitude, and skills they need to succeed in school, careers, and life. In this podcast, Andrea Samadi will discuss the tools, resources, and ideas to implement proven strategies backed by the most current neuroscience research to help you achieve the long-term gains of implementing a SEL program in your school or district.

School districts and government agencies across the country are seeing the importance of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom. SEL is an essential factor in providing students with the knowledge, attitude, and skills they need to succeed in school, careers, and life. In this podcast, Andrea Samadi will discuss the tools, resources, and ideas to implement proven strategies backed by the most current neuroscience research to help you achieve the long-term gains of implementing a SEL program in your school or district.

Implementing SEL in Your School/District: Why Student Success Depends Upon It

Across the country, public schools are failing to identify students with dyslexia and, therefore, unable to provide the intervention and treatment they need. In this special podcast for Dyslexia Awareness Month, Emily Hanford, APM Reports senior correspondent, will discuss how American schools continue to shy away from the word “dyslexia” and teach students with reading approaches not backed by scientific evidence. How can we help these students? What kinds of instruction are the most helpful?

Across the country, public schools are failing to identify students with dyslexia and, therefore, unable to provide the intervention and treatment they need. In this special podcast for Dyslexia Awareness Month, Emily Hanford, APM Reports senior correspondent, will discuss how American schools continue to shy away from the word “dyslexia” and teach students with reading approaches not backed by scientific evidence. How can we help these students? What kinds of instruction are the most helpful?

American Schools Are Failing Students with Dyslexia: What Can We Do About It?

Hosted by Pam Austin, these discussions will feature dialogues with experienced educators, inspiring thought leaders, social media influencers, and leading education innovators.

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