Listen to My Latest Podcast Episode:
6 Small Group Mistakes We Made as Classroom Teachers

Stellar Teaching Co.

Engaging Resources for Teaching Literacy

Home

Stellar Teacher Podcast with Sara Marye

Teaching literacy is a skill. It takes a lot of time, practice, and effort to be good at it. This podcast will show you how to level up your literacy instruction and make a massive impact with your students, all while having a little fun! Each week, my guests and I will share our literacy strategies, tips, and tricks so that you can feel confident in your ability to transform your students into life-long readers. So, put those ear buds in and join the conversation!

SUBSCRIBE & LISTEN HERE

multilingual-learner

Episode 272

Multilingual Learner Support: Practical Strategies for Upper Elementary Teachers with Dr. Jana Echevarría and Dr. Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez

Join me as we explore how to support the multilingual learner in upper elementary classrooms. In this episode, Dr. Jana Echevarría and Dr. Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez discuss research-backed strategies to help MLLs develop academic language, engage with grade-level content, and thrive in upper elementary classrooms.

Podcast (stellar-teacher-podcast): Play in new window | Download

maximize-your-read-alouds

Episode 271

[Listen Again] Maximize Your Read Alouds With These 3 Tips

Read alouds offer many benefits, from fostering a love of literacy to connecting students with real-life events and situations. However, getting the most out of them can be challenging. Here are three tips you can use to maximize your read alouds this school year.

Podcast (stellar-teacher-podcast): Play in new window | Download

systematic-writing-instruction

Episode 270

Explicit, Systematic Writing Instruction for Upper Elementary with Dr. Karen Harris and Dr Steven Graham

Discover practical strategies for explicit, systematic writing instruction with Dr. Karen Harris and Dr. Steven Graham. Learn how evidence-based practices can strengthen your upper elementary writing block, even if you have limited time.

Podcast (stellar-teacher-podcast): Play in new window | Download

literacy-block

Episode 269

[Listen Again] Scheduling Tips for Creating an Effective Literacy Block (SOR Summer Series Part 7)

We know fitting everything into a literacy block can be challenging, so here are some key components to include: word study, reading comprehension, whole group lessons, writing, small group lessons, independent practice, and transitions. Tune in for practical strategies to plan a literacy block that works for your classroom and your sanity.

Podcast (stellar-teacher-podcast): Play in new window | Download

Hey there friend!

What sort of help are you searching for?

(press enter to start your search)

(press search to begin your search)

Hey Listeners...

Hey There!

I’m Sara, your literacy lovin’ mentor and cheerleader.

With over a decade of experience working as a classroom teacher and school administrator, I understand the joys and challenges of teaching. That’s why I’m on a mission to make an impact by serving stellar upper elementary teachers just like you. Get ready, because I’m pulling out all the stops to ensure that you have the tools and confidence you need to build a literacy block that you’re proud of. One that excites you and your students while also meeting the standards. Oh yes, it’s totally possible to have both!

Let's get to know each other!