My Literacy Space Podcast

It is said that literacy and language are two sides of the same coin. After all, how can you be literate if you cannot read or write? And how can you read or write if you do not have a firm grasp of language? This is why speech and language are so closely connected to literacy. Part of the reason why early intervention is so important when it comes to literacy is because, if caught early enough, issues with speech and language can be remedied before they have a chance to impact literacy. However, it is also important to remember that prevention is always better than cure.

In today's episode, I am interviewing the founders of Reading with TLC, Nancy Telian and Penny Costagnozzi. Reading with TLC provides research-based professional development and materials for reading and spelling. She is the author of the internationally acclaimed Lively Letters program, which simultaneously trains the acquisition of phonemic awareness and phonics skills. Nancy has been on a mission with Penny, author of Sight Words You Can See, since 1991 to ensure that literacy is achieved by all.

As you know, I'm a huge supporter of the Lively Letters program and use their resources with my students often. I'm excited to let you hear their story and share with you their take on language and literacy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Shop Lively Letters: https://rwtlc.ositracker.com/110982/8451 (This is my affiliate link!)

Connect with Penny and Nancy

Website: https://readingwithtlc.com/

Lively Letters app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lively-letters-phonemic-awareness-phonics/id1217971701?ls=1

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/readingwithtlc/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/203873323445553/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readingwithtlc/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/readingwithtlc

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/readingwithtlc

LinkedIn:

Nancy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytelian/

Penny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/penny-castagnozzi-75867933/

Email: [email protected]

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Wordless picture books are a fascinating and misunderstood genre of children's literature. By relying heavily on illustrations, they offer a unique form of storytelling that can be extremely versatile and supportive of oral language, vocabulary, and writing skills development.

I've seen firsthand the incredible impact wordless picture books can have on students, and through this episode, I hope you'll see the hidden opportunities within this genre.

So if you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or speech and language pathologist-this is an episode you won't want to miss!

In this episode, you'll hear: An introduction to wordless picture books My journey with the WPB genre The top 5 Benefits of wordless picture books My WPB 4-step framework

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Top 5 Benefits for Using Wordless Picture Books: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60564051ce004ec70baebaee

Hanna's Favourite 3 Wordless Picture Books

Hike by Pete Oswald Canadian Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3qKh9Rs US Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3uDhjLB

Fossil by Bill Thomsen Canadian Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3DmNpiz US Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3DoGZji

Over The Shop Canadian Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3Ny3mHq US Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3NvlhhU

Picture books can be a great way to start important conversations with your child. While they're designed for children, the pictures in these books will give you and other parents/caregivers plenty of talking points when it comes time to create intentional discussion around complex topics.

So how do we think more critically about picture books? In this episode, I chatted with my friend Kelly from Inclusive Story Time who has an incredible amount of insight on this topic.

Kelly (she/her) started @inclusivestorytime in May 2019 as a way to keep her family accountable to the picture books on their shelf. When the account began, they really didn't think anyone would be paying attention. She was just looking for a way to take her family's deep love of 'Kid Lit' and be more critical of what they were consuming.

Today, Inclusive Story Time has grown into a huge community of caregivers and educators that love reading and exploring picture books that they can use with their own children.

Interested in thinking more critically about children's picture books? Well, I have a good feeling you'll enjoy hearing this conversation and get insight on just how powerful and complex picture books can really be.

In this episode, you'll hear us chat about:

-Confronting your own personal biases -Being mindful of your language when referring to marginalized groups, make corrections when needed -Taking advantage of small moments -Making intentional pauses while you are reading - talking about the illustrations and the text. "What do you notice?" -Model responses -Reading books that provide opportunities for mirrors, windows, sliding glass doors (Dr. Bishop) -Making your bookshelf inclusive!

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Follow Kelly on…

@inclusivestorytimehttps://www.instagram.com/inclusivestorytime/

Check out Kelly's Website:

https://inclusivestorytime.com/author/inclusivestorytime/

Check out Kelly's Podcast

Picture Bookstagang Podcast

​​https://inclusivestorytime.com/podcast/

Maus by Art Spiegelman https://amzn.to/3IENHCp Amazon US

Dr. Bishop's windows, mirrors and sliding glass doors

https://humaneeducation.org/windows-and-mirrors-and-sliding-glass-doors-ensuring-students-see-themselves-and-others-in-literature/

Grandads Camper Review by Kelly

https://www.instagram.com/p/CNWCEo2AWZY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

https://amzn.to/3JCgBEy Amazon Canada

https://amzn.to/37VkZRi Amazon US

Olu and Gretta

https://amzn.to/3L9Zf2g Amazon Canada

https://amzn.to/3D9pP9c Amazon US

Books that are Beyond the Binary IG Live on IG

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CM0A8WxHiuH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Bathe the Cat by Alice B. McGinty

https://amzn.to/3iA8koI Amazon Canada

https://amzn.to/3ujPLuF Amazon US

Love, Violet by Charlotte Sullivan

https://amzn.to/36JJi49 Amazon Canada

https://amzn.to/3NiH9gn Amazon US

Multi-sensory activities can be a great way to support your child's learning. By incorporating activities that engage all of the senses, you can help your child focus and retain information more effectively. Plus, it's just plain fun!

Interested in incorporating multi-sensory activities to support your little learners? Then this is an episode you'll definitely want to tune in for.

In this episode, you'll hear me chat about: -How multi-sensory learning supports ALL learners -Key benefits of the multi-sensory approach -A list of ideas to include to support language and literacy skills

Ready to get started?

Additional Resources

I created an amazing resource that uses the multi-sensory approach to help students master those tricky b's and d's. Here's the link: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/b-and-d-reversals-French-Fry-Game-3954784

Shop Hanna's Amazon Store Canadian Amazon link: www.amazon.ca/shop/myliteracyspace US Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/myliteracyspace

Structured literacy is a proven, research-based approach to teaching reading and writing. Its instruction is based on the latest scientific understanding of how children learn to read and write. And it's no secret that I'm a fan of structured literacy. Hint: there's a good reason why!

In this episode, we'll take a look at what structured literacy is and how it can help your child or student become successful readers. And while I will never claim to be an expert myself, I'll also share with you how I got hooked on the Science of Reading and what piqued my curiosity about structured literacy.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

-Proust and the Squid: -Equipped for Reading Success by David Kilpatrick -Dr. Martin Kozlov -Dr. Hollis Scarborough -Reading for Life, High Quality Literacy Instruction for All by Lynn Stone

Additional reading:

https://www.reallygreatreading.com/

Shop Hanna's Amazon Store

Canadian Amazon link: www.amazon.ca/shop/myliteracyspace

US Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/myliteracyspace

The rumours are true, My Literacy Space will be coming to you weekly with a brand new podcast exploring all things structured literacy tips, multisensory activities, children's picture book reviews and more. I'll share with you some tips on how to create a literacy-rich environment at home or in the classroom. I'll also share some fun activities that you can do with your kids that are meaningful, practical and impactful.

In this episode, I'll chat about how My Literacy Space began and what you can expect from this podcast going forward.

Ready to get started?

**UPCOMING WORKSHOP**

Structured Literacy: A Recipe for Reading. This workshop will be hosted on Saturday, March 12th @ 9-11 am MST

Growing in Literacy Workshop Registration Link: *Registration is no longer available for this workshop.*