Stellar Teacher Podcast with Sara Marye

In this episode, we’re exploring the benefits of writing about reading. Research shows that engaging students in writing about what they read can significantly improve their understanding and retention of the material. We’ll unpack what this research means for your classroom, why it’s particularly impactful for struggling readers and writers, and how you can make "writing stuff" a regular part of your literacy block.

In this episode we are tackling the common question, how do I fit everything into my literacy block? We’re dishing out all the best ideas to help you maximize the time you have and take control of your literacy block without feeling overwhelmed.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that many upper elementary teachers grapple with—how to help students with decoding multisyllabic words. I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Marnie Ginsberg, the founder of Reading Simplified, a research-based program that gives educators practical tools to support struggling readers. Whether your students are stumbling over three-syllable words or longer, these tips will help them gain the skills they need to become confident readers.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into five key strategies to help you build a more effective literacy block in your classroom.