Literacy Matters: Empowered Conversations

Spencer Russell, founder of Toddlers CAN Read, shares his journey from struggling reader to literacy leader. He highlights the crucial role parents play in teaching reading and offers practical, data-driven strategies for creating engaging literacy experiences at home. Empower your approach to early reading with Spencer's expert tips!

Dr. Chase Young, an award-winning literacy expert, reveals the power of "synergistic instruction" by blending phonics, creativity, and content learning. Discover his secrets to crafting engaging and effective lessons that captivate students and cater to their needs and interests. Learn practical strategies to transform your literacy instruction today.

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Melanie R. Kuhn from Purdue University who shares insights on reading fluency. She discusses its role in the Science of Reading and offers practical strategies like repeated reading and scaffolding techniques. This episode is a must-listen for educators and families aiming to help students become confident, fluent readers.

Dr. Karen R. Harris, Regents Professor Emeritus at Arizona State University, unveils the secrets behind Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) and its transformative impact on student writing. Dr. Harris shares practical tips for educators to tackle current challenges and build a supportive writing community.

Leah Mermelstein, literacy expert and author, explores the vital roles of encoding and decoding in our latest episode. She discusses the impact of phonics in classrooms and the importance of balanced literacy instruction.

Maya Payne Smart, a literacy advocate and author, emphasizes family engagement and strong school-family partnerships as crucial for early literacy development. She highlights interactions and community support as key strategies for parents to nurture proficient readers.

Kareem Weaver, Co-Founder of FULCRUM, shares insights into championing children's literacy through the Science of Reading.

Dr. Tim Shanahan shares insights on using grade-level texts to elevate reading instruction and meet diverse learning challenges.

Drs. Christina Bretz and Suzanne Asherson advocate for cursive writing's role in modern education, emphasizing its lifelong benefits.

Dr. Shayne Piasta breaks down alphabetic knowledge teaching, focusing on the sequence and pacing of letter learning.