by Amie Burkholder
A step-by-step roadmap guides you through a reader's journey—at every level. This podcast was made for you if you're ready to, get clear on what structured literacy is and the science behind it. Join me to learn precisely what your struggling readers need and find ways to reach them.
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April 14, 2025
<p>🎙 <strong>Episode Title:</strong> Bridging MTSS and the Science of Reading with Stephanie Stollar & Sarah Brown</p> <p>📚 <strong>Episode Summary:</strong></p> <p>In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant minds behind the upcoming book MTSS for Reading Improvement — <strong>Stephanie Stollar</strong> and <strong>Sarah Brown</strong>. These two powerhouses bring decades of experience supporting schools in implementing the Science of Reading within an MTSS framework, and I could not be more excited for the practical, systems-level support their new book provides. We dive into what MTSS really looks like when done well, common roadblocks schools face, and how to build sustainable systems that actually move the needle for student achievement.</p> <p>Whether you're a literacy coach, classroom teacher, or school leader, this episode is packed with real talk, actionable insights, and encouragement.</p> <p>✨ <strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Why the Science of Reading alone isn’t enough — and how MTSS brings it to life at the system level</p> </li> <li> <p>Common misconceptions about MTSS (Spoiler: it’s not just about interventions)</p> </li> <li> <p>How to strengthen Tier 1 instruction and use data to make the right decisions</p> </li> <li> <p>Practical strategies school leaders can implement right now</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips for fostering collaboration and building trust within school teams</p> </li> <li> <p>How to bridge the gap between research and daily instruction</p> </li> </ul> <p>📘 <strong>About the Book:</strong><br /> MTSS for Reading Improvement by Sarah Brown and Stephanie Stollar is available for <strong>pre-order now</strong> and officially releases on <strong>May 5, 2025</strong>. This book is designed for school leaders, coaches, and educators who want to create meaningful, lasting change in literacy outcomes by building a solid MTSS framework that aligns with the Science of Reading.</p> <p>💡 <strong>Bonus Insight:</strong> Sarah shares a powerful end-of-year strategy involving extra practice folders that helped close gaps just in time. Stephanie offers a must-do action step: schedule your cross-grade data meetings now!</p> <p>👥 <strong>About Today’s Guests:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p><strong>Stephanie Stollar</strong><br /> Founder of the Reading Science Academy and a consultant helping schools align instruction with the Science of Reading.<br /> 🔗 Website: <a href="https://www.readingscienceacademy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noopener noreferrer">Reading Science Academy</a><br /> 📘 Courses & Membership: <a target="_blank" rel= "noopener noopener noreferrer">Reading Science Academy Programs</a></p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Sarah Brown</strong><br /> MTSS consultant, founder of System Impact Consulting, and co-author of Effective Universal Instruction. She supports schools in making data-driven decisions to improve instruction.<br /> 🔗 Website: <a href="https://systemimpactconsulting.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noopener noreferrer">System Impact Consulting</a><br /> 📥 Free Resource: <a href= "https://systemimpactconsulting.com/data-academy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noopener noreferrer">MTSS Data Academy Tools</a><br /> 📧 Contact: <a target="_blank" rel= "noopener noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>🎉 <strong>Big News:</strong><br /> The Reading League will be using MTSS for Reading Improvement for its national <strong>Summer Book Study</strong> — keep an eye out for resources and discussion opportunities hosted through local chapters!</p> <p>🔗 <strong>Pre-Order the Book:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noopener noreferrer">Pre-order on Amazon</a> (link will update when live)</p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.solutiontree.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noopener noreferrer">Pre-order on Solution Tree</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>💬 <strong>Let’s Connect:</strong><br /> If you loved this episode, take a screenshot, share it on Instagram, and tag me <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/literacyedventures" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noopener noreferrer">@literacyedventures</a>. I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!</p>
March 17, 2025
<h3 dir="ltr">Episode Summary:</h3> <p dir="ltr">In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest transitions in early literacy—helping students move from writing individual letters to constructing full sentences. If you’ve ever wondered how to bridge the gap between handwriting and confident writing, this episode is for you!</p> <p dir="ltr">We’ll walk through:<br /> ✅ How to transition from letter formation to writing words<br /> ✅ The role of phonemic awareness and sound-to-letter mapping in writing<br /> ✅ Scaffolded word-building to strengthen encoding skills<br /> ✅ Sentence structure—teaching kids what makes a complete thought<br /> ✅ Engaging strategies like “Who/Do” sentences and The Missing Piece Game<br /> ✅ Why dictation and shared writing are essential for early writers<br /> ✅ How to make writing meaningful and connected to real-life experiences</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-c261402f-7fff-eac5-b253-240eb7123f73">By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear, step-by-step approach to support your students as they grow into confident writers!</strong></p> <p><a href="https://literacyedventures.com/podcast/episode56">FULL SHOW NOTES HERE</a></p>
March 3, 2025
<h4 dir="ltr">Episode Summary:</h4> <p dir="ltr">Handwriting often gets pushed aside, but it’s a game-changer for literacy success. In this episode, we’re diving into:<br /> ✔️ Why handwriting matters for reading and spelling<br /> ✔️ Research-backed strategies to build fluency<br /> ✔️ The 5 essential components of writing success<br /> ✔️ Simple, effective ways to fit handwriting into your day</p> <p dir="ltr">By the end of this episode, you’ll have practical strategies to help students move from letters to words to full sentences with confidence!</p> <p><a href="https://literacyedventures.com/podcast/episode55">FULL SHOW NOTES HERE</a></p>
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