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What to say to your child’s teacher when your child is struggling with learning to read – with Michelle Henderson

TRT Podcast #218: What to say to your child’s teacher when your child is struggling with learning to read – with Michelle Henderson

Are you concerned about your child’s lack of progress in learning to read? Michelle Henderson, reading specialist and parent coach, explains what rights you have and offers advice for gently (and firmly) addressing the issue with your child’s teacher. This episode is for any parent who has concerns about their child’s reading progress.

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Resources mentioned in this episodeMichelle’s website, which includes her free guides and contact infoMichelle’s favorite podcastsThe Sold a Story podcast, by Emily Hanford

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“There’s research for that!” – with Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer & Dr. Katie Hilden

TRT Podcast #217: “There’s research for that!” – with Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer & Dr. Katie Hilden

What does it mean when we say that research supports a specific practice? And what DOES research say about decodable text, comprehension strategies, phonemic awareness, and more? Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer and Dr. Katie Tilden join us to discuss their new book, “There’s Research for That,” and how research can answer common questions teachers ask as they work to implement the science of reading. 

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There’s Research for That: Your K-5 Literacy Instruction Questions Answered by Heidi Anne Mesmer and Katie HildenResources mentioned in this episodeWhat Works Clearinghouse from the Institute of Education SciencesEvery Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)IES Practice GuidesLearn more from Dr. Mesmer and Dr. HildenUnderstanding Literacy Development, book with a chapter by Katie Hilden and Michael Pressley Big Words for Young Readers: Teaching Kids in Grades K to 5 to Decode���and Understand���Words With Multiple Syllables and Morphemes, book by Heidi Anne MesmerLetter Lessons and First Words: Phonics Foundations That Work, book by Heidi Anne MesmerDr. Mesmer’s presentation on The Science of Reading and Decodable Texts, with Just Right ReaderDr. Mesmer’s presentation on Strategies for Early Reading Success, with Just Right Reader

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What do students need to learn, and what do only teachers need to know? – with Dr. Devin Kearns

TRT Podcast #216: What do students need to learn, and what do only teachers need to know? – with Dr. Devin Kearns

Have we overcorrected in our enthusiasm for structured literacy? Dr. Kearns challenges teachers to find the right balance between what students to know versus what technical knowledge belongs solely in a teacher’s toolkit.  A thought-provoking listen! 

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Teaching world and word knowledge to access content-area texts in co-taught classroomsThe role of semantic information in children���s word reading: Does meaning affect readers��� ability to say polysyllabic words aloud?Why children with dyslexia struggle with writing and how to help themThe neurobiology of dyslexiaHelping students with dyslexia read long wordsPodcast episodes with Dr. KearnsReading Meeting with Dr. Devin Kearns, with Reading Meetings with Mark and MollyTeaching students to read longer words, with Triple R TeachingBack to the Classroom, with READ PodcastMore from Dr. KearnsBeyond the Simple View: Exploring Implications for Instruction, with PaTTAnImplementing effective literacy instruction, with NC State College of EducationParagraph summarizing, with NC State College of EducationPhonological awareness, with NC State College of EducationFind him on X

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Anything but boring: The power of direct instruction with Dr. Zach Groshell

TRT Podcast #215: Anything but boring: The power of direct instruction with Dr. Zach Groshell

Dr. Zach Groshell explains what direct instruction is and why it’s so effective for student learning. He also shares specific classroom strategies teachers can start using right away.

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Full episode transcript Learn more from Dr. Zach Groshell:His book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit TeachingProfessional development from SteplabProgressively Incorrect, the podcastPresentation with The Reading League Illinois on Cognitive Load & Explicit InstructionJust Tell Them: Explicit Teaching, presentation with Mind the GapExploring Explicit Teaching, with the Thinking Deeply about Primary Education podcast Additional resources mentioned in this episode:Direct Instruction: A practitioner’s handbook, book by Kurt EngelmannTeach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons, book by Siegfried EngelmannAnita Archer’s Explicit Instruction website
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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How to use the MTSS framework to transform school reading achievement – with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Stephanie Stollar

TRT Podcast #214: How to use the MTSS framework to transform school reading achievement – with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Stephanie Stollar

Dr. Sarah Brown and Dr. Stephanie Stollar join me to talk about implementing the science of reading through the MTSS framework. We define MTSS, discuss practical tips for implementation, and address things to avoid. Be sure to get their new book, MTSS for Reading Improvement.

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Dr. Brown and Dr. Stollar’s new book, MTSS for Reading Improvement Effective Universal Instruction, co-authored by Dr. Sarah Brown, with Kimberly Gibbons and Bradley NieblingThe RTI Approach to Evaluating Learning Disabilities, book by Kovaleski, VanDerHeyden, Runge, Zirkel, and ShapiraJoin the book study through The Reading LeagueA free MTSS Reflection Guide, a sample from their new book

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The principal’s role in using MTSS to improve reading outcomes – with Sharon Dunn

TRT Podcast #213: The principal’s role in using MTSS to improve reading outcomes – with Sharon Dunn

Sharon Dunn, a former principal of a high-poverty school, shares the process that she and her staff used to drastically improve reading outcomes. This episode offers a blueprint for principals looking to lead meaningful reading improvement in their own schools.

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Full episode transcript Learn more from Sharon Dunn:

Sharon’s Facebook group for administrators: Science of Reading for Administrators-What Teachers Want You to KnowLiteracy Leaders: A Key Lever for Literacy Equity, presentation from PaTTANBringing the Science of Reading to Light Using MTSS: One School’s Story, webinar with Stephanie StollarArticle with Voyager Sopris, Preventing Reading Failure and Interpreting Assessment Data: What Every Principal Needs to KnowAdministrators: What Does It Really Take to Fix the Reading Problem in Schools, presentation from PaTTANACSA Leadership Magazine article, Who is in the Driver���s Seat? Using Data to Drive Instructional Practices that Improve LiteracyEdWeb panel interview webinar with Teri Noland,��Building a Text-Rich Environment to Support All Readers: What Leaders Need to KnowVoyager Sopris article with Stephanie Stollar,��Universal Screening: Why Newer or Shinier May Not Necessarily Be Better
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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What is the science of implementation?��– with Laura Stewart

TRT Podcast #212: What is the science of implementation? – with Laura Stewart

How do we bridge research to classroom practice? The answer lies in the science of implementation. Laura Stewart walks us through the five stages of implementation – this episode is a must-listen for anyone whose school is ready for change! 

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Laura’s e-book, The Courage to Lead LiteracyLaura’s e-book, The Science of Reading 2.0The 95% Group websiteScience of Reading: Defining Guide, from The Reading LeagueLaura’s podcast with The Reading League, Teaching, Reading, and LearningHow We Learn, book from Stanislas Dehaene
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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Why implementation is the missing piece – with Justin Browning

TRT Podcast #211: Why implementation is the missing piece – with Justin Browning

Implementation specialist Justin Browning joins me to discuss the challenges of implementation, the importance of strong leadership, and what really matters for lasting change.

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeCox Campus’s Literacy & Justice for All birth to literacy resourcesCurriculum evaluation tools from The Reading LeagueScience of Reading: Defining Guide from The Reading LeagueScience of Reading 2.0: Implementation Made Easy from 95% GroupLaura Stewart’s e-book, The Courage to Lead LiteracyGet in touch with JustinJustin’s SoR for More website (coming soon!)Justin’s email: justin@sorformore.comAdditional resources Justin recommendsOptions for Evaluation of MTSS in Reading Instruction:PET-RLAP-GR-TFIArticle on Georgia Officials are Changing How Students Learn to ReadPrincipals Have a Lead Role in the ���Science of Reading.��� Are They Ready? article with Education WeekReport from Wallace on How Principals Affect Students and SchoolsAdditional recommendations
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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The power of Quick Writes – in any grade! – with Shauna Cotte

TRT Podcast #210: The power of Quick Writes – in any grade! – with Shauna Cotte

You’ll love this practical episode, in which Shauna Cotte emphasizes that Quick Writes are brief, informal writing tasks designed to help students process and reflect on content. Best of all – you can use them in any grade! 

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Full episode transcript Resources mentioned in this episodeFree webinars and resources from Keys to LiteracyLiteracy Lines blog by Joan SeditaWriting resources from Reading UniverseKeys to Literacy course: Keys to Early WritingKeys to Literacy course: Keys to Content Writing
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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How to use Paragraphology to teach the writing process – with Bridget Barley

TRT Podcast #209: How to use Paragraphology to teach the writing process – with Bridget Barley

When I heard Bridget Barley speak about her brilliant method for teaching students to write clearly structured paragraphs, I knew I wanted to have her on the podcast so you can learn all about this method too. This is a must-listen for middle school teachers, but the method can be used starting in first grade. 

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Full episode transcript Learn more about ParagraphologyVisit the Paragraphology website
YOU’LL LOVE THIS PRACTICAL BOOK!

Looking for an easy-to-read guide to help you reach all readers? If you teach kindergarten through third grade, this is the book for you.

Get practical ideas and lesson plan templates that you can implement tomorrow!

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!

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