Best Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Podcasts (2024)

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Embracing Data and Planning with It Feat. Latonia Grant 33:13

13h ago33:13

33:13

Teachers collect data in a number of ways, but how do you plan with it? Third grade teacher and HMH Teacher Ambassador, Latonia Grant joins us today and talks how data has been a valuable tool in her planning and instruction. In this episode, Latonia will provide data-driven planning tips, like how to lead data talks and set goals with students, an…

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The 4-Day School Week with Dr. Claudia Singkornrat 43:56

21d ago43:56

43:56

Across the country, more schools are considering a 4-day school week. But how would that look like for students and teachers? Today we are talking to Dr. Claudia Singkornrat, a Florida science teacher at Pompano Beach High School, the only school in Broward County Public Schools that offers a 4-day school week. Claudia will give insight on her scho…

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Partnering with Families to Build Early Literacy Skills with Melissa Hawkins 41:22

1M ago41:22

41:22

It takes a community to support early readers in building foundational literacy skills. In this episode, kindergarten teacher Melissa Hawkins joins us from Hawai'i to discuss how she communicates with families to ensure students are practicing skills rooted in the Science of Reading, even when they aren’t in school. Plus, she shares strategies to m…

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Building Math Confidence and Embracing Mistakes with Melody Jacklin 50:36

1M ago50:36

50:36

It’s hard for students to feel intimidated by math when their using it to make cookie dough. Middle school math intervention teacher Melody Jacklin, from Michigan, shares how she’s helped her students build math confidence through hands-on STEM projects, like mixing cookie dough and creating 3D printed bubble wands. Tune in to hear strategies on cr…

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Teachers in America Season 6 Trailer 0:59

2M ago0:59

0:59

We're back for season 6 of Teachers in America! Get the scoop from our host, former teacher and Senior Director of Community Engagement, Noelle Morris on what's in store for the new season. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or …

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The Best of Teachers in America Season 5 2:40

4M ago2:40

2:40

We've complied some of our favorite moments and memorable words of wisdom from our season five guest. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or someone you know would be a good candidate for Teachers in America, please email us at s…

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Reading Intervention Advice from My 35 Years in Education with Jennie Mau 33:21

4M ago33:21

33:21

After three-decades in education, Jennie Mau decided to try something new—teach junior high. Jennifer "Jennie" Mau from Clovis, California has been serving Title 1 students and families for 35 years as an elementary school teacher, after-school program coordinator, instructional specialist, and now as a junior high reading intervention teacher. Tod…

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Don't Forget Your Why with Sherrye Scott 16:06

5M ago16:06

16:06

To advocate for her child, Sherrye decided to become a teacher herself. In this episode, we are joined by math intervention teacher Sherrye Scott from Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Texas. When Sherrye realized her daughter needed additional help in school, she transitioned to a career in education. With 22 years in the classroom,…

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Honoring Cultural Identity and Native American Heritage with Dr. Artley Skenandore 31:54

5M ago31:54

31:54

Kahletsyalusla, an Oneida word meaning heartfelt encouragement, is at the core of Dr. Artley Skenandore's work as principal and cultural leader at Oneida Nation High School in Wisconsin. In this episode, Dr. Skenandore will share how he encourages students to stay connected to their Oneida history, culture, and language, organizing powerful field t…

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Partnering with Your Principal for Student Success with Randolph Hull and Joshua Bzovi 36:08

6M ago36:08

36:08

When Mr. Bzovi and his ELA department saw a need for reading intervention resources, they knew they could count on their administration to help. In today’s episode we are joined by assistant principal Randolph Hull and reading intervention teacher Joshua Bzovi from the South Redford District in Michigan. The admin-teacher duo will share how they’ve…

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Creating an Accessible Learning Environment with Eric Cavalli 14:44

6M ago14:44

14:44

Eric is a true role model to his students: he shows that having a disability does not limit your ability to accomplish your goals. In today's episode, we are joined by Eric Cavalli, an adapted physical education teacher from the Manor Independent School District in Texas. Eric uses a wheelchair for mobility and is an inspiration to his students. He…

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Fostering a Growth Mindset in a Multilingual Classroom with Blanca Hernandez 12:10

7M ago12:10

12:10

In Blanca's class, students value, help, and learn from each other in English, Spanish, or Spanglish. In today's episode, we welcome Blanca Hernandez a kindergarten dual language teacher from San Antonio, Texas. After the bilingual program at her school moved to a hub campus, Blanca worked tirelessly to bring the program back. Her dedication to bil…

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What Works in Writing Instruction with Kayla Dyer 24:58

7M ago24:58

24:58

Writing is more than putting thoughts on paper. How do you successfully guide students through the writing process? In this episode, we are joined by Rhode Island educator Kayla Dyer, a former 4th grade teacher and currentin her district. She'll discuss instructional best practices that get students excited about writing. Plus, she'll share teachin…

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How to Cultivate a Love of Reading in Students with Russell Souders 30:28

7M ago30:28

30:28

How can you motivate reluctant readers to reach for a book? In this episode, we are joined by Texas teacher Russell Souders, who has been teaching for 29 years. He'll share tips on how he sparks his third-grade students’ interest in reading, including how he uses programs like HMH Into Reading to engage students in literacy instruction. Teachers in…

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Science Instruction Insights from Past NSTA President Dr. Karen Ostlund 24:12

8M ago24:12

24:12

Past NSTA President and Into Science Texas author Dr. Karen Ostlund joins us in our new episode of Teachers in America to talk about best practices to engage students both in the physical and virtual science classroom. Plus she'll share exciting new changes to the TEKS and what it will mean for teachers and students in Texas. Teachers in America pr…

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Morning Meetings and Establishing Expectations with Teresa Meredith 24:34

8M ago24:34

24:34

Morning meetings can set the tone for the rest of the school day, even the rest of the school year. In our latest back-to-school minisode, we welcome back 30-year seasoned teacher Teresa Meredith. Tune in and hear her expertise on creating a classroom community space and establishing expectations in the first weeks of school. Plus, she’ll give insi…

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SEL Strategies that Work with Gen Z Students with Leah Carper 13:46

9M ago13:46

13:46

Connecting with your students this school year can be as simple as asking what's their favorite dipping sauce. In our 13-minute minisode, we welcome back North Carolina State Teacher of the Year Leah Carper as she shares her number one social and emotional learning strategy that has been successful with her Gen Z students. Plus she dives into progr…

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Becoming a Master of Ceremonies in Your Class with Toney Jackson 20:26

9M ago20:26

20:26

Getting in front of your class to teach is a lot like getting in front of a crowd to MC. Fourth-grade Teacher MC Toney Jackson returns and shares tips to prep for the biggest teaching event—back to school! Learn how to start off the school year as a master of ceremonies in your class, including how to engage and empower students by sharing the stag…

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Don't Miss Our Back-to-School Minisode Series 0:47

9M ago0:47

0:47

We're starting the school year off right with our Back-to-School minisode series! We've invited some your favorite guest back to give quick tips about getting ready for the year ahead.By Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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Understanding Evidence-Based Literacy Practices with Dr. Jake Downs 39:23

10M ago39:23

39:23

"Learning to read to then reading to learn," is a saying heard often. But literacy instruction is a bit more nuanced than that. In this episode, Utah elementary literacy coordinator and fellow education podcaster from the Teaching Literacy Podcast Dr. Jake Downs joins us and explores the intricacies of teaching reading. He shares his literacy exper…

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Teaching Writing and Wrapping up the School Year with David Staton 17:44

11M ago17:44

17:44

School is almost out for summer! How are you wrapping up the school year? Hear how David Staton, a second grade teacher from Middletown, Ohio, is creatively counting down the last days of school. In this episode, David shares activities to end the school year, tips on cultivating a positive classroom community, and resources to personalize writing …

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Building a Foundation with Phonics in First Grade with Amber Reyes 30:11

11M ago30:11

30:11

For Colorado teacher, Amber Reyes, focusing on phonics has led to great student gains. Today's guest has gone from phonics tutor to early childhood educator to elementary school teacher. In this episode, Amber shares strategies to engage students in fun phonics instruction, as well as resources to build fundamental reading skills. Teachers in Ameri…

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Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 11:22

12M ago11:22

11:22

We welcome back Secretary of Education, Dr. Miguel Cardona for a special Teacher Appreciation Week message for 2023. In this episode, he shares how the Department of Education is working on reimagine our schools through the “Raise the Bar: Lead the World” effort, which pushes to accelerate learning, boldly improve learning conditions, and create pa…

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Leveraging Technology to Differentiate Instruction with Becky Walker 26:01

12M ago26:01

26:01

Differentiating instruction is challenging. But we're sharing how technology can help! Interventionist Becky Walker from the Blackfoot School District discusses how she's leveraged tech to meet the needs of her diverse student population. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping y…

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Cultivating a Collaborative Teacher Community with Teresa Meredith 40:53

1y ago40:53

40:53

Learn to unleash the power of teacher collaboration. Thirty-year seasoned teacher and education advocate Teresa Meredith shares best practices to build positive relationships with fellow teachers, both on and offline. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the cla…

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Dyslexia, Intervention, and the Read 180 User with Rachael Cunningham and Sarah Fox 37:14

1y ago37:14

37:14

We're dispelling dyslexia misconceptions with guests Rachael Cunningham and Sarah Fox, education leaders at the Charles Armstrong School. Hear how Rachael and Sarah have tailored their school's curriculum to meet the needs of learners with dyslexia. Together they'll share their expertise on dyslexia, including instructional strategies and research-…

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How Advice from My Gen Z Class Made Me Up My Tech Game with Leah Carper 34:20

1y ago34:20

34:20

For high school English teacher Leah Carper, a challenge from her Gen Z students transformed her teaching. Hear from Leah, the 2023 North Carolina State Teacher of the Year. She shares how her students inspired her to leverage technology and innovate her instruction. Listen to learn Leah's tips for the modern classroom! Teachers in America profiles…

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Supporting SEL in Middle School Science with Autumn Rivera 33:55

1y ago33:55

33:55

2022 National Teacher of the Year finalist Autumn Rivera shares her journey as a middle school science teacher—from supporting social and emotional learning (SEL) to making the great outdoors her classroom, leading lessons right on the Colorado River. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who …

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How to Differentiate Instruction Through Rhymes and Raps with Toney Jackson 32:40

1y ago32:40

32:40

From poetry to puppetry—fourth grade teacher and artist Toney Jackson in Hackensack, NJ loves to bring his passion for the arts into his teaching practice. In this episode, Toney shares how he incorporates rhymes and raps to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all his students. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the count…

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The Intersection of Culture and Curriculum with Rachel Guilfoyle 36:26

1+ y ago36:26

36:26

2022 DoDEA Teacher of the Year, Rachel Guilfoyle joins us all the way from Daegu, South Korea. On this episode, she shares how she creates an inclusive classroom for her military-connected students. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. I…

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Why Teaching Is Rewarding with Darla Moyers and Renae Kuhn 29:38

1+ y ago29:38

29:38

Mother-daughter educators, Darla Moyers and Renae Kuhn, share a passion for education and encourage others to pursue the profession. Hear the duo’s journey about what—and who—sparked their love of teaching. They discuss everything from screen time to student agency. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from …

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Perseverance in Middle-School Math with Velnetta Runyon 32:30

1+ y ago32:30

32:30

Velnetta Runyon’s goal is to show students not to be afraid of math. She ensures that her middle schoolers are believed in and are pushed to their fullest potential. In this episode, hear how she encourages perseverance from the first day of school. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who ar…

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Being Bold and Wishing for Change with Kyle Schwartz 41:47

1+ y ago41:47

41:47

How can you better connect with kids? Colorado teacher and author of I Wish My Teacher Knew, Kyle Schwartz, discusses how she helps students feel empowered to make a difference—and how she gives them a sense of belonging in her classroom and in the community. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the peo…

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Tapping Pencils and Classroom Management with Stacy Salter 41:13

2y ago41:13

41:13

When customs broker Stacy Salter took on teaching elementary as a second career, she had to learn the ins and outs of classroom management, how to build student relationships, and what it took to be a teacher mentor. After years of contending with virtual learning and the evolution of her school's curriculum, Stacy has finally found her calling as …

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A Tale of Two Virtual Classrooms with Rachel and Steven Lamb 33:22

2y ago33:22

33:22

Today we speak with teacher couple and the creators of Virtual Team Teaching, Rachel and Steven Lamb. After meeting at an education conference, they worked together to come up with a way to connect their classrooms, despite their schools being on opposite ends of the city. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthan…

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Grow Your Own Hydroponic Learning Lab with Melissa Tracy 30:47

2y ago30:47

30:47

Today we speak with charter school teacher and 2022 Changemaker Award winner, Melissa Tracy. Between their raised planters, vertical gardens, and hydroponic learning lab, Melissa and her high school students grow enough leafy greens to help provide for the food deserts nearby. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firs…

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Place-Based Learning in Hawai‘i with Whitney Aragaki 41:16

2y ago41:16

41:16

Today we are joined by the Hawai’i State Teacher of the Year and one of the four finalists for the 2022 National Teacher of the Year, Whitney Aragaki. She utilizes her state's natural resources for her place-based biology and environmental science high school lessons. She is passionate about teacher mentoring programs and supports learning that hon…

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Teacher Appreciation Week with Special Guest Secretary Miguel Cardona 17:42

2y ago17:42

17:42

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week everyone! Join us today as we welcome our special guest, Dr. Miguel Cardona, the 12th Secretary of Education for the U.S. We learn how educators have inspired him on his journey across 32 states, and why now is perhaps the most impactful time to become a teacher in America in recent history. Teachers in America profi…

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Classroom Transformations with Autumn Dvorak 39:05

2y ago39:05

39:05

Autumn Dvorak's third graders never know what to expect when they enter her classroom. From a bakery to a museum to a carnival, her classroom transformations use hands-on projects and games to get her students excited about learning. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young …

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Serving Students, Country & Self with Samuel Gonzalez 29:55

2y ago29:55

29:55

Pennsylvania educator Samuel Gonzalez spent his first year as a teacher attempting to build student relationships through a screen. Now that his virtual teaching journey is over and his students are back in the classroom, Sammy strives to provide diverse books to his second graders, all while studying for his doctorate and serving in the National G…

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Fostering a Passion for STEM with Chicago Teacher Misty Richmond 17:30

2y ago17:30

17:30

We're kicking off season 4 of the podcast with Chicago Public Schools teacher Misty Richmond. By introducing her students to a range of careers paths and opportunities like the Chicago Invention Convention, she encourages a lifelong passion in STEM for her students. She shows students they matter. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across t…

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Mash Up: Best of Teachers in America 2021 22:30

2+ y ago22:30

22:30

For the season 3 finale of Teachers in America, we've compiled highlights from each episode this year on the theme of teacher love. Featuring every guest from the last 10 episodes, this is our thank you to teachers everywhere for the work that you do for students every day. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firstha…

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The Freedom in Reading for Quarantined Kids with Kitty Donohoe 39:38

2+ y ago39:38

39:38

Meet Kitty Donohoe, an elementary teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School, part of the Santa-Monica Malibu Unified School District in Santa Monica, California. Kitty joins us for a discussion on reading, looping with her class, and her debut children’s novel, How to Ride a Dragonfly, coming to shelves near you summer 2023. Teachers in America profil…

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The Benefits of Outdoor Teaching with Hannah French 36:46

2+ y ago36:46

36:46

Meet Hannah French, fourth grade teacher at Rowe Elementary School in Western Massachusetts. Hannah utilizes the woodland area around her school for place-based learning, and has moved many of her classes outdoors. There, students engage in location-specific challenges, journaling, and free play, all while becoming more familiar with the natural ar…

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The Right Book for Reluctant Readers with Qorsho Hassan 32:11

2+ y ago32:11

32:11

Meet Qorsho Hassan, a second grade teacher at the Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan district in Burnsville, Minnesota. She is also the 2021 Minnesota Teacher of the Year! On this episode we discuss the importance of independent reading, identity, and representation for our stud…

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How to Encourage Ambition with Shellye Archambeau (Author) 38:13

2+ y ago38:13

38:13

Meet Shellye Archambeau, former CEO of MetricStream and author of the book Unapologetically Ambitious. In this episode we learn how to confront imposter syndrome, embrace ambition, and encourage our students to be future leaders.By Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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Flex on Them Fridays with Perry Hollins 42:35

2+ y ago42:35

42:35

Meet Perry Hollins, a fourth grade teacher at Oakton Elementary School in the Evanston/Skokie School District in Evanston, Illinois. Before becoming a teacher, Perry worked in radio and television. As an educator, he has spent the past 11 years infusing an African-centered pedagogy into the curriculum. Perry utilizes his education to create a cultu…

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Summer Hiatus and Podcast Awards 2:53

3y ago2:53

2:53

The Teachers in America crew is off for the summer, but Noelle's got some episode recommendations to keep you entertained in the meantime. For more K-12 podcast content, head over to the Shaping the Future podcast to hear from industry leaders on what the future holds for students, teachers, and classrooms. Vote for Teachers in America in the Educa…

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The Evolving Role of EdTech in K–12 Classrooms with Amit Patel (Owl Ventures) 39:09

3y ago39:09

39:09

Meet Amit Patel, the Managing Director of Owl Ventures, the largest EdTech venture capital firm in the world. In this episode we learn why EdTech is a good investment, and why no amount of artificial intelligence will ever be able to replace a teacher. Read more on our Shaped blog, including a full transcript and research for this episode: https://…

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Creativity, Community, and Pride with Owen Bondono 37:49

3y ago37:49

37:49

Meet Owen Bondono, a high school ELA teacher at Oak Park High School, located in the Oak Park School district in Oak Park, Michigan. In 2021, Owen was named the first known transgender Michigan Teacher of the Year. He uses his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ student spaces and anti-racist teaching practices. Teachers in America profiles K–12 teache…

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