Literacy Lunch Break

By Heggerty

Join us at the Literacy Lunch Break, a Heggerty podcast, where we serve up bite-sized, thought-provoking episodes on literacy, tailor-made for your lunch break, leaving you informed and inspired. W

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How many episodes does Literacy Lunch Break have?

The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.

Literacy Lunch Break episodes:

February 11, 2025S6E3: Transforming Kindergarten Literacy in New York
Join Kathie Saia and Caroline Ventresca from New York as they discuss their approach to elevating early literacy through explicit writing instruction. Kathie and her team share their experiences using researched literacy practices to create an inclusive, engaging environment where every child feels empowered to learn and grow.
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23min
February 04, 2025S6E2: Building Early Literacy in Canada- Chelsea Mytko's Kindergarten Journey
In this episode, Chelsea Mytko, a kindergarten teacher in Canada, shares how she’s laying the foundation for early literacy success. Hear how Chelsea uses engaging, research-backed strategies to foster resilience and growth in her students, while creating a joyful and inclusive learning environment. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring stories about the little wins that shape her students' literacy journeys.
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21min
January 14, 2025S6E1: Empowering 2nd Graders- Literacy Success in California with Sophia Pruett
Join us as we speak with Sophia Pruett, a 2nd-grade teacher in California, about how she’s creating lasting literacy success in her classroom using systematic literacy instruction. Sophia shares how simple, engaging instruction combined with research-backed best practices is driving student growth, resilience, and a love for reading. Get inspired by her stories of progress, the little wins that keep her students motivated, and how she makes literacy both fun and impactful for her young learners.
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22min
November 06, 2024S5E5: Writing Instruction Essentials: Practical Tips for Elementary Teachers with Steve Graham
In this episode of Literacy Lunch Break, host Marjorie Bottari chats with renowned writing expert Steve Graham about actionable strategies for improving writing instruction in elementary classrooms. Steve shares research-backed tips that teachers can apply tomorrow. Learn how to connect reading and writing, support diverse learners, and enhance essential writing skills like handwriting and sentence construction. Don’t miss these insights for elevating writing instruction in your classroom!
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29min
October 29, 2024S5E4: The Reading-Writing Connection with Joan Sedita
Explore the interconnectedness of reading and writing with Joan Sedita, a leading researcher in literacy education. This episode provides insights into how these two critical skills reinforce each other and offers practical tips for seamless integration in your teaching practice.
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33min
October 22, 2024S5E3: Implementing Effective Writing Instruction with Dr. Julie Behmer
Series 5, Episode 3: In this episode, Dr. Julie Behmer shares practical strategies for bringing research-backed approaches to writing instruction into your classroom. Discover how to build your confidence, enhance your teaching practices, and make writing a rewarding experience for both you and your students.

This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providing expert insights and practical strategies. From integrating writing with reading to district-wide improvements and meaningful assessment, each episode empowers educators with tools to strengthen their teaching practices and foster a supportive learning environment.
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25min
October 15, 2024S5E2: Unlocking the Joy of Writing Instruction: Strategies for Elementary Teachers
Series 5, Episode 2: Writing instruction can be intimidating for many educators. Janine from Heggerty addresses common fears and challenges teachers face when teaching writing. Tune in for practical advice and encouragement to help teachers overcome these hurdles and build their confidence.

This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providing expert insights and practical strategies. From integrating writing with reading to district-wide improvements and meaningful assessment, each episode empowers educators with tools to strengthen their teaching practices and foster a supportive learning environment.
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28min
October 08, 2024S5E1: Transforming Writing Instruction in Your School District with Sandra Chen
Series 5, Episode 1: Literacy Coordinator Sandra Chen shares her experience in leading district-wide changes in writing instruction. From curriculum evaluation to professional development, learn where to start and how to create lasting change in your district.

This podcast series focuses on writing instruction in structured literacy classrooms, providing expert insights and practical strategies. From integrating writing with reading to district-wide improvements and meaningful assessment, each episode empowers educators with tools to strengthen their teaching practices and foster a supportive learning environment.
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15min
August 29, 2024S4E6: Empowering Educators: Cultivating Content Knowledge for Student Success
Series 4, Episode 6: Tune in to Literacy Lunch Break as host Marjorie Bottari engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Esmeralda Carini, a passionate K-12 literacy leader. Esmeralda shares strategies for ensuring educators have access to targeted professional learning opportunities, specifically focusing on enhancing content knowledge to drive student achievement. From her experiences in Hawaii, Esmeralda shares insights on fostering teacher growth and empowering educators to make impactful instructional decisions.

Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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25min
August 20, 2024S4E5: Champions of Literacy: Leadership Insights from Dr. Gyimah Whitaker and Jennifer Burton
Series 4, Episode 5: Join us for an insightful episode of Literacy Lunch Break as we sit down with Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, Superintendent at City Schools of Decatur, and Jennifer Burton, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning. Discover their innovative approaches to literacy leadership and learn how they are transforming literacy education to foster student success and engagement in their district.

Discover the essentials of elementary literacy instruction and leadership in our podcast series. Join leading educators and administrators as they share innovative strategies and actionable insights to empower teachers and drive student success in literacy.
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How many episodes does Literacy Lunch Break have?

The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.

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