The Reading Project

Have you heard of book trailers? They're really fun! 

In this solo episode, we're covering what they are and why I love them!

Tune in for... 

If you have any questions about book trailers and how to use them, feel free to send me an email at [email protected].

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

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Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

In this episode, I share an amazing interview with Emily Laidlaw. We're talking about letter confusion - what it is and how to address it at home!

Emily has worked in private and public schools in various capacities, including as program director for students with learning differences and as a reading interventionist. She's tutored in person and online for several years now. She has a passion for providing efficient and effective instruction to help students achieve success. And, Emily strives to help other tutors, teachers, and parents do the same!  

Tune in to this episode for an in-depth explanation of what letter confusion is, what it means for your child, and the best tips for how you can help your child overcome it!

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

If you want more from Emily, you can check her out here.

You can also follow her on Facebook, YouTube, TpT, and Instagram.

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

Parents often ask about the best online tools for reading and writing. There are A LOT out there. Some are better than others and some will be a better fit for you and your learner. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to learning. 

In this solo episode, I'm sharing five of my favorite online tools for reading and writing. These are the exact tools we use in our house to homeschool our kids AND the tools I use in my private practice when I'm tutoring students. 

Tune in to find out my favorite online tools for reading and writing!

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Reading Eggs

Night Zookeeper

Pinna

Epic! Books for Kids

WordWall

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

It's that time of year - back to school! Let me ask you a question... do you know if your child is learning structured literacy or whole language in their classroom this year?

If you don't know, this episode is for you! In our season 3 premiere, I'm joined by Jill Kohlenberg. Jill is an educator who spent many years teaching Kindergarten and Pre-K followed by teaching 4th-grade and 5th-grade reading. After 13 years, she left teaching to start her own private tutoring business. She has a Master's degree in Reading and an Ed.S in Curriculum. She's also Orton-Gillingham trained and certified. She knows there are lots of different ways to get an education and she's passionate about supporting families no matter where they are on their journey. She also runs an educational training company, Tutor Success Academy, with her business partner, Emily Gibbons.  

Tune in to this episode as we discuss what to expect as our kids go back to school, how to help with the transition, what to look for in your child's reading curriculum, and when to get help!

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Lange Learning Center

Back to School Tips to Support Students with Dyslexia

Season 2 Episode 10: Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences

Peach and Blue by Sarah Kilborne

The Grey Lady and the Strawberry Snatcher by Molly Bang

If you want more from Jill, check out Tutor Success Academy.

You can also follow her on Facebook.

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very much appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

I'm so excited to kick off the 3rd season of The Reading Project Podcast in just one week - August 29, 2022. 

Wondering what you can expect in season three? Well, this season, we'll be releasing episodes on Mondays instead of Fridays. Our weekly episodes will alternate between short and sweet solo episodes and interviews with educators. We have some awesome episodes planned for you beginning with an awesome back-to-school episode, next week!

Tune in to this season three preview for a rundown of the top five episodes from season two and a little preview of what to expect in season three!

Top 5 Episodes from Season 2:

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

This is the final episode of season 2! Whoa, it's been a great season with lots of incredible tips and guests. 

As each school year comes to a close, usually I start to see questions pop up on Facebook and in parenting groups. "How can I keep my kid reading this summer?"

So, today we are talking about the top 10 things that you can do during the summer to keep your kids reading! Now, don't worry, you don't need to do all 10 things. I'm going to give you 10 different things you can do, but your job is to pick three that you think will work best for your child and your family.

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Reading Reward System

Hoopla

Libby

Pinna

Reading Eggs

Season 2 Episode 12: Use Video Games to Motivate Reluctant Readers and Encourage Executive Function Skills

Season 2, Episode 16: Literacy on the Go!

Done for You Reading and Writing Lessons (use code: SUMMER)

Season 2, Episode 36: How adding Snacks and Friends can Motivate Readers

Episode 4 - Motivate your Reader with a Virtual Book Club

Ultimate Guide to Starting a Virtual Book Club!

Episode 17: 3 Reasons to Watch Movies this Summer

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

If you're a parent or caregiver who has ever thought, "I should start a book club for my kids!" You're in for a treat!

In this episode, I'm joined by the very creative and inspiring Dachelle McVey. Dachelle is a homeschooling mom of three who knows the struggle of getting kids excited for reading, especially the classics! This is why she created Literary Adventures for Kids, a full language arts curriculum for preschool to high school that inspires kids to read through rabbit trails and a little bit of magic dust. 

Dachelle uses her experience as an educator in the traditional system to create courses that encourage critical thinking and are catalysts for big conversations. 

She is also the owner of Hide the Chocolate, a blog about her adventures in homeschooling and parenting, using a relaxed Charlotte Mason philosophy. You can often find her reading a good book (or even sometimes just an okay book) and enjoying a jar of Nutella. 

Tune in as we talk about how adding snacks and friends can make reading more fun. Basically, we're talking all about book clubs today!

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

The Secret Garden - book and movie

A Wrinkle in Time

Test-drive a Literary Adventures for Kids curriculum for FREE

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Virtual Book Club

Virtual Reading Summer Camp - The Booke vs. The Movie

If you want more from Dachelle, check out Hide the Chocolate.

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

I'm so excited for you to meet Dr. Terica Butler. She is a former teacher and believes literacy is a tool to build student identity and ignite in them curiosity about themselves and the world around them. 

She spent most of her career supporting literacy initiatives in large urban school districts before creating her business, Apex Education Consulting Solutions, LLC, in 2018. She started her company to meet the professional learning needs of teachers and leaders. Then she decided to add a student solution service during the pandemic. And here we are two years later, she has refined the model into virtual literacy learning pods for grades 3-5. 

In addition, Dr. Terica likes to spend time outside in the garden, listening to music and spending quality time with her loved ones.

In this episode, we talk about the power of read-alouds. 

Tune in for some really specific reasons why read-alouds are amazing and for some really easy tips and action items for you when you are picking out a read-aloud for your family.

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

The King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes

Book Nook Freebie

The Vanderbeekers by Karina Yan Glaser

@themulticulturalclassroom

@helpingkidsrise

@ainarasbookshelf

Counting on Katherine by Helaine Becker 

If you want more from Terica, check out here.

You can also follow her on Facebook or Instagram.

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

Summer is just around the corner! Are you begining to wonder what the break will mean for your child's literacy skills? In this episode, I cover the summer slide: What it is, and how you can avoid it.

Tune in for my top five tips you can follow to help combat the summer slide! And, make sure to listen carefully - I'll be sharing a coupon code with you!

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Find a Library Near you!

Done for You - Reading Game Bundle Use coupon code: MAY22

Stop the Summer Slide - 5 Day Email Challenge

Epic Books for Kids

Curiosity Stream

Pinna

Reading Eggs

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.

In this episode, I share a very special interview with Courtney Niblick. Courtney is a kindergarten teacher, and she has a son who was recently diagnosed with dyslexia. 

When she received her son's dyslexia diagnosis, she decided to dive in and learn everything she could about teaching children how to read. And that's when she discovered the Science of Reading!

She's here with us today to talk about her journey. Tune in to this episode to hear the point of view of both an educator and a mom of a child with dyslexia.

Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

The Bad Guys by Ms. Kate Howard

The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munch

To connect with Courtney, join her Facebook group Science of Reading - Kindergarten/First/Second Grade

If you'd like to support this podcast in a small way, you can do so right here. Please know that any support you can offer is so very appreciated!

If you want to follow me on social media I can be found at the following links:

Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest

Or check out my website at Your Reading Tutor for more reading resources and support!

And don't forget to get my FREE Reading Rewards System and get your kids excited about reading today!

Music from this podcast was used with permission from Epidemic Sound.