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Literacy Talks

Reading Horizons

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Welcome to Literacy Talks, a podcast from Reading Horizons, where reading momentum begins. Each episode features our trio of literacy champions: Stacy Hurst, an assistant professor of reading at Southern Utah University and Chief Academic Advisor at Reading Horizons; Donell Pons, a dyslexia specialist, educator, presenter, and writer, who now works with adults with reading challenges; and Lindsay Kemeny, a dedicated elementary teacher who is a CERI-certified Structured Literacy Classroom Tea ...
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You're in the "write" place. This podcast is for Kindergarten, first, and second grade teachers wanting to gather ideas for writing instruction (with a sprinkle of other literacy topics). With over 20 years of experience and a passion for teaching writing, your host, Stacy, will dig into various topics to bring your writing block to the next level. As someone who is still in the classroom, Stacy will bring you current information that has been tried and tried again. Along with teaching exper ...
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The Literacy View

Faith Borkowsky and Judy Boksner

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Teachers are tired and want to be excited about teaching again. Too often, professional development is boring, not substantive, or lacks a practical how-to approach. The Literacy View invites viewers to sit with Faith Borkowsky and Judy Boksner to discuss best literacy practices in easy-to-implement ways. The two women are educators and literacy coaches. Faith and Judy encourage all educators to enter lively discussions about literacy's most pressing issues. Faith's Bio-Faith Borkowsky, the ...
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Do you find yourself seeking new implementations when it comes to literacy instruction? Do you crave fresh ideas and engaging lessons to transform your students into skilled readers and writers? The Literacy Dive Podcast was created to provide educators, like you, with actionable steps and strategies to improve teaching reading and writing. Your host, Megan Polk, is the creator and owner of The Literacy Dive, a company that creates educational, literacy curriculum that aims to close the gap ...
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Welcome to The Literacy Lounge! This is a podcast designed for elementary school teachers and homeschool parents on a mission to master the art of literacy instruction and cultivate a love of reading in students. Join your host, Ciera Harris, as she opens the door to a world of transformative teaching strategies that will make you a literacy champion in your classroom. Ciera and her guests will dive into topics such as The Science of Reading, the 5 components of reading (phonemic awareness, ...
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In this thoughtful episode of Literacy Talks, our hosts engage in a reflective discussion on insights and perspectives in the field of literacy education. The conversation explores the nuances and complexities involved in implementing evidence-based practices, honoring teacher expertise, and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of literacy instru…
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In this insightful conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Conger, a professor at Montana State University, shares his personal journey with dyslexia and the inspiring work he is doing to spotlight the strengths of the dyslexic mind. He provides a unique perspective on navigating education and career paths while embracing one's learning differences. Jeff discuss…
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In this special episode of Literacy Talks, our hosts—Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny—take listeners on a journey through The Reading League National Conference 2024. Beginning the conversation live from the event, they share key takeaways from Zaretta Hammond's inspiring keynote address and highlights from sessions covering topics like…
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In this episode, we dive into how to set effective writing goals for kindergarten, first, and second graders. Learn why setting clear, achievable objectives is essential for helping young writers develop confidence and skill. We'll explore how to create manageable targets for different writing stages and abilities. Resources mentioned in this episo…
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In this insightful conversation, Donell Pons sits down with Christine Anderson, director of the Center for Disability and Access at the University of Utah. Christine shares her personal and professional experiences working with individuals with disabilities, providing a unique perspective on the challenges students face when transitioning from high…
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Adding details to writing can sometimes be a challenge for young writers, but the Color Dictionary will help with that. With this resource, you'll see students enjoying writing as they are adding details to sentences. Check out the resources mentioned in this episode at LiteracyPlease.com/ColorDictionary Let's Connect: Website Literacy Library Teac…
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Preparing centers can be time consuming. These ideas for writing centers won't take hours to prepare and your students can use them all year long. From handwriting practice to paragraph writing, you and your students will love variety of writing ideas in this episode. journal writing postcards and letters sentence building word walls draw and label…
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In this powerful and personal episode, Donell Pons introduces her husband, Curtis, and his lifelong challenges with dyslexia. Through their candid conversation, listeners take an emotional journey, from the honeymoon revelation of Curtis's reading difficulties to his decision to leave college despite academic success. Curtis shares his experiences …
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Parent conferences can bring up the topic of writing and the struggles children often have with writing. Be prepared with ideas to share with families before they ask, "How can I help my child at home?" In this episode you'll find 9 different ideas for parents that can be used at home. letter formation grocery lists thank you cards and invitations …
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Our hosts have a chat with Michael Atkinson, a recent high school graduate and youth advocate with Decoding Dyslexia Utah. Michael shares his personal journey with dyslexia, from his early diagnosis in first grade to the strategies and accommodations that have helped him succeed academically. Listeners will gain invaluable insights into a student's…
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Invented spelling is used by students who are still learning to spell. You'll generally see it with kindergartners, first graders, and sometimes second graders since they haven't learned or haven't retained certain spelling patterns. Don't let this take away from the joy of writing. Show your students they can be Brave Spellers by stretching out th…
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Writing partners, writing buddies, writing partnerships, it's all the same thing. In this episode, you'll learn how you can get writing partnerships started in your classroom. You'll hear: Why partnerships matter Setting up writing partnerships Activities and Exercises FAQs Success Story Let's Connect: Website Literacy Library Teachers Pay Teachers…
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In this episode of Literacy Talks, the terrific trio discusses the importance of teaching reading and writing in tandem. They explore teachers' challenges in prioritizing writing instruction, from lack of confidence to limited time and resources. The conversation highlights effective strategies for embedding writing throughout the day, building stu…
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Writing a hook can be one of the most powerful tools you teach your students. They add creativity and excitement to writing that inspires students to write. In this episode, I'll tell you about five hooks you can teach your students that will make reading your students writing a blast. You'll hear about: Onomatopoeia Single Word Hooks Imagine If Ho…
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This episode of Literacy Talks explores the persistent challenge of bridging the research-to-practice gap in literacy education. Hosts Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny examine the complexities of translating research findings into effective classroom practices, highlighting the crucial role of implementation science and the need for col…
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Most teachers love Fridays because. . . well it's Friday. Let me give you another reason to love Fridays. . . Friday Letters. Narrative writing with a dash of friendly letter and a sprinkle of guided writing. Not sure if those are the exact measurements, but I am sure those are some of the ingredients for Friday Letters. Let's Connect: Website Lite…
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Whether you're new to Writer's Workshop or you’ve been doing it for years, this episode has some tips that will set you up for a year of writing success. You'll learn: How students build stamina and tips for increasing your students time on task What Writer's Workshop looks like, sounds like, and feels like. Materials you'll need to get started The…
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This episode of Literacy Talks delves into the unique strengths and needs of multilingual learners (MLLs). Hosts Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny share valuable insights and practical strategies for effectively teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and reading comprehension to MLLs. They emphasize the importance of honoring …
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The environment you create in your classroom has an impact on students. In this episode, I'll give you ideas to design a stress free writing classroom. Mindfulness Techniques Setting Up a Relaxing Environment Relaxation Exercises Managing Writing Anxiety Time Management Strategies Peer Support and Collaboration Positive Feedback Let's Connect: Webs…
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Welcome to the Literacy Please Podcast! I am your host, Stacy, and I have been in education for over 20 years. I love all things literacy, but my passion is teaching children to write. I have made it my mission to find ways to break a complicated subject into easy to understand bits and pieces for young writers. Now I want to share everything I've …
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Send us a text The One About… Using Questioning and Strategy Instruction to Support Upper Elementary Students with Marianne Rice, Kay Wijekumar, and Kacee Lambright “Making inferences is essential to comprehending text. Teachers can ask inferential questions, model their thinking, and teach specific strategies to support upper elementary students i…
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In the Season 6 premiere of Literacy Talks, hosts Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny dive into their experiences at the Big Sky Literacy Summit 2024. They discuss standout moments, including John Maxwell’s transformative keynote and Dr. Tiffany Hogan’s insights on bridging research and practice. The trio also covers practical takeaways on…
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Send us a text Please Support Our Show❤️ https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=88DP4YMVETHFQ Advertise with us: https://theliteracyview.com/contact/ Join our Facebook Group✅ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/msdoTSwSiQvbtUW9/?mibextid=qtnXGe Email us: FaithandJudy@gmail.com The One About… Dr. Mark Seidenberg’s latest blogs on Phonemic Awar…
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Send us a text Ep.84- New Research Study on thinkSRSD with Dr. Leslie Laud, Nate Joseph, and Robert Mitchell Preprint Study: (PDF) ThinkSRSD: A Secondary Analysis Cohort Investigation [Working Paper: Not Peer Reviewed] 1 ThinkSRSD A Secondary Analysis Cohort Investigation [Working Paper] (researchgate.net) Please Support Our Show❤️https://www.paypa…
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Send us a text The One About… Curriculum Implementation with Robert Pondiscio and Rivet Education Article: “Taking Curriculum Implementation Seriously” https://fordhaminstitute.org/national/commentary/taking-curriculum-implementation-seriously# Quote: “This involved multiple phases, which Rivet categorizes as ‘exploration; program installation; ini…
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Switching between different cognitive tasks is critical in the classroom. Students learn one word can have multiple meanings. They move from one subject to another. This episode of Literacy Talks focuses squarely on cognitive flexibility, its role in executive function, and how literacy educators can help students build these skills to be confident…
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Send us a text The One About… What happens when the “experts” get it wrong? Real Teacher, Harriett Janetos Quotes: “Full transparency from researcher to practitioner is too often lacking…” “Tasking teachers with evaluating expert advice and determining the “right” reasons to accept or reject it is a tall order.” Harriett’s blog: “Do Our Literacy He…
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Our trio of experts takes a deep dive into statistics, looking at the data and trends in general education and what those numbers might mean for literacy instruction. An example? The average student-to-teacher ratio in elementary grades is 15 students to 1 teacher. What does that point to? As our hosts see it, smaller class sizes can reduce some of…
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Send us a text The One About… Program Review Protocols with Dr. Timothy Shanahan Timothy Shanahan’s latest blog on problems with textbook reviews got us talking! Shanahan took some time out of his busy schedule to join us on The Literacy View to discuss problems and his suggested solutions. Shanahan on Literacy Article: What About Textbook Reviews?…
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Send us a text The One About… Ann Sullivan: Phonics for Students with Special Needs Autistic people’s cognitive potential has been underestimated as well as their linguistic potential. Ann Sullivan offers suggestions for how teachers can help children access phonics. Article: “Literacy in Nonspeaking Autistic People” https://journals.sagepub.com/do…
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Send us a text The One About… Which ELA Practices Should Be Removed? Anna Geiger, The Measured Mom, Weighs In! Casey Jergens lists many of the practices he has dropped from his ELA block over the years. Article: PUTTING THE “STRUCTURE” INTO STRUCTURED LITERACY: PART 4 By Casey Jergens 3/27/24 The Goyen Foundation Blog https://www.goyen.io/blog/putt…
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As we work to improve how we teach phonics, phonemic awareness, and word recognition while adding in writing instruction and content knowledge, we’re all working toward a key goal. It’s reading comprehension. In this episode of Literacy Talks, we turn our attention to comprehension and the tapestry of skills that come together for readers and learn…
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Send us a text The One About… APM Journalist Christopher Peak Breaking News Episode! Sold a Story Christopher Peak joins us to discuss his THREE APRIL articles with us about the collapse of literacy giants: Reading Recovery, Lucy Calkins, and Fountas and Pinnell, along with Heinemann Publishing. Christopher Peak Bio: Christopher Peak is an investig…
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