The Science of Reading Formula

Making the Shift from Balanced Literacy to the Science of Reading with Meghan Hein


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What does it really look like to move from balanced literacy to the science of reading? In this episode, veteran teacher Meghan Hein shares her honest, four-year journey—complete with mindset shifts, classroom trials, and practical wins.

Whether you're just starting or deep in the transition, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to take your next small step.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

  • The moment Meghan realized balanced literacy wasn’t working for all students.
  • How she started changing her instruction—without throwing everything away.
  • The data shift that helped her identify who needed more phonics support.
  • Why decodable books became her must-have for small group reading.
  • What to do when you're overwhelmed by everything you didn't know.

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