In this inspiring episode, Jenny and Kristine sit down with Lucy Martin, Director of Development for the Children's Literacy Project, to discuss the life-changing impact of literacy and why reading is one of the greatest gifts we can give a child. Lucy shares how her organization is working to address America's literacy crisis through storytelling, advocacy, volunteer engagement, and community partnerships.

The conversation explores the far-reaching effects of literacy on education, opportunity, confidence, and lifelong success. Lucy also discusses the powerful documentaries Sentenced and Moonshot, which shine a light on both the challenges facing struggling readers and the communities working together to create meaningful change. Throughout the episode, listeners are reminded that improving literacy is not just the responsibility of schools—it's something all of us can support through awareness, encouragement, and action.

About Lucy Martin

Lucy Martin is the Director of Development for the Children's Literacy Project and a passionate advocate for improving childhood literacy. Through storytelling, community engagement, and documentary filmmaking, she helps raise awareness about the literacy crisis in America and inspires individuals and organizations to become part of the solution.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Southern Surge Article

How to Build a Brain video

Love to Learn by Isabelle Hau

D.E. Stevenson Website

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Out of respect for our students, we want to note that while the stories we share are real, names have been changed for anonymity. In fact, every student we mention is named “Charlie.”  We use that name as a way to honor privacy while still sharing authentic classroom experiences. 

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