TRT Podcast #89: Teacher education is life-changing: A conversation with Dr. Wendy Farone Dr. Wendy Farone has been a classroom teacher, LETRS trainer, educational consultant, and Title 1 reading specialist. Through the years she has learned what really makes the difference ... teacher education. Listen in to find out what she wishes every teacher knew about teaching reading. Listen to the episode here Full ... Read More
Moving from balanced literacy to a more structured approach
I was a committed balanced literacy educator for 20 years. To me, balanced literacy meant that I taught both basic skills and a love of reading. I put a greater emphasis on the activities - shared reading, guided reading, independent reading, read aloud, and centers - than on foundational skills. Sure, I taught phonics ... but I didn't want to overdo it. So I didn't use a phonics program; I taught phonics on ... Read More
From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Jan Burkins and Kari Yates
TRT Podcast #88: How to be a bridge-builder: A conversation with Jan Burkins and Kari Yates Today we have the privilege of speaking with Jan Burkins and Kari Yates, the authors of the fantastic book, Shifting the Balance: Six Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom. Listen to find out how to be a bridge builder in your own teaching community! Listen to the episode here Full ... Read More
From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Sarah Paul
TRT Podcast #87: Structured literacy is for everyone: A conversation with Sarah Paul Today we have the privilege of hearing from Sarah Paul of Sarah's Teaching Snippets. Sarah is a reading interventionist and full of practical, engaging ways to implement structured literacy. Listen in to find meaningful activities you can start doing tomorrow! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Find Sarah ... Read More
From Balanced to Structured Literacy: A conversation with Margaret Goldberg
TRT Podcast #86: A Powerful, Respective Voice for Change: A conversation with Margaret Goldberg As a former balanced literacy teacher, Margaret Goldberg is a leader in the movement to help ALL students become successful readers. Her kind and respectful manner open the door wide open. I'm sure you'll love hearing from her as much I enjoyed this interview! Listen to the episode here Full episode ... Read More
From Balanced to Structured Literacy: A conversation with Gina from Get Literacy
TRT Podcast #85: Getting help for dyslexia: A conversation with Gina from Get Literacy Today you'll hear from Gina, who shares both knowledge and laughs on her Instagram account, get_literacy. Not only will you hear how Gina is implementing the science of reading in her first grade classroom, you'll discover how she found help for her daughter with dyslexia. So much goodness in this episode! Listen to the episode ... Read More
From Balanced to Structured Literacy: A conversation with Jessica Farmer
TRT Podcast #84: A look at small group phonics lessons: A conversation with Jessica Farmer 084: Learn about Jessica's powerful small group phonics lessons - a central piece of her of science of reading-based instruction! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Find Jessica here Jessica's recommended resources ... Read More
From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Lindsay Kemeny
TRT Podcast #83: It's all about taking gradual steps Lindsay was a fierce balanced literacy advocate ... until everything she knew didn't help her son learn to read. You'll love hearing how Lindsay educated herself and began tutoring her son, who has severe dyslexia. He's now a successful, avid reader! Full episode transcript Find Lindsay here Lindsay's recommends: ... Read More
From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Heidi Jane
TRT Podcast #82: You're not alone: A conversation with Heidi Jane In this episode I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Heidi Jane, who has blown up Instagram and TikTok with her incredible science of reading content. Listen in to learn about Heidi's journey and the safe space she's created for teachers to keep learning about this important subject. Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Find Heidi ... Read More
From balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Christina Winter
TRT Podcast #81: Just start with one thing: A conversation with Christina Winter In this episode I had the joy of meeting Christina Winter, a brilliant educator with a heart for helping teachers. Get Christina's best advice for getting started with the science of reading! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Find Christina here ... Read More