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Artwork for Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators

Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators

Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate
Science Of Reading
Structured Literacy
Morphology
Dyslexia
Phonics
Education
Literacy
Phonemic Awareness
Literacy Coaching
Teaching Strategies
Reading Intervention
Reading Comprehension
Literacy Education
Fluency
Phonics Instruction
Professional Development
Vocabulary
Orthographic Mapping
Phonological Awareness
Literacy Instruction

Literacy in Color is the go-to podcast for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and reading interventionists who are passionate about bringing the Science of Reading to life in vibrant, engaging, and effective ways. Hosted by Michelle Sullivan — a seasoned literacy expert & Science of Reading advocate - with as a reading interventionist & literacy coach since 2013 — this show is designed to help... more

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Artwork for Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators

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Emmy-nominated actor, dyslexia advocate, and speaker Ameer Baraka explores the human side of unidentified dyslexia. Ameer takes us back to his childhood, when difficulties with reading left him feeling isolated, ashamed, and convinced that he simply ... more

What does dyslexia actually look like – from preschool through high school – and how can educators recognize when a student’s struggles may be telling us something more?

In this Dyslexia Awareness Month bonus episode, Certified Dyslexia Therapist an... more

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What happens when schools treat academics and behavior as two completely separate systems?

Dr. Dawn Miller and Dr. Pamela Radford of MTSS Innovations help us explore what it really means to build an integrated Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS):... more

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Dr. Sarah Brown and Dr. Kelly Powell-Smith, co-authors of Routines for Reading Results: A Practical Approach for Accelerating Growth, alongside Dr. Stephanie Stollar and Beth Madden unpack the principles of Direct Instruction and explain why effectiv... more

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Sarah Brown
Professor in the reading science program
Mount St. Joseph University
Episode: 112. Routines for Reading Results with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Kelly Powell-Smith
Kelly Powell-Smith
Consultant and co-author
Co-Author of Routines for Reading Results
Episode: 112. Routines for Reading Results with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Kelly Powell-Smith
Kathleen Love
Speech-language pathologist; founder of Conifer; private practice owner
Conifer; private practice in Washington State
Episode: 111. When Language is the Missing Piece: DLD & SWI with Two SLPs, Kathleen Love & Beth Coppoc Gunshor
Beth Coppoc Gunshor
Speech-language pathologist; owner of private practice in Madison, Wisconsin
BCG Language and Literacy; private practice in Madison
Episode: 111. When Language is the Missing Piece: DLD & SWI with Two SLPs, Kathleen Love & Beth Coppoc Gunshor
Dr. Wiley Blevins
Renowned phonics educator and author focusing on decodable texts
Educator; Author; Associate Publisher at Raycraft Books
Episode: 110. Decodable Texts Done Right: How to Leverage Them for Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary & Writing with Dr. Wiley Blevins
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Episode: 110. Decodable Texts Done Right: How to Leverage Them for Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary & Writing with Dr. Wiley Blevins
Shayne Piasta
Leading researcher in early literacy
Ohio State University; Project OPAL; Create-Ebp
Episode: 109. Phonological Awareness & the Alphabet: What the Research Says – and What We Still Don't Know with Dr. Shayne Piasta
Devin Kearns
Professor of Early Literacy at North Carolina State University; researcher and teacher educator
North Carolina State University
Episode: 107. Stop Overcomplicating Big Words: How to Teach Polysyllabic Word Reading with Dr. Devin Kearns
Dr. Katie Pace Miles
Reading science expert and educator; associate professor and director of Advanced Certificates in Reading Science at Brooklyn College
Brooklyn College; Reading Institute; Reading Go; Reading Ready
Episode: 106. How New York City Is Transforming Reading Instruction with Dr. Katie Pace Miles

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Michelle Sullivan
Host of Literacy in Color podcast; literacy expert and Science of Reading advocate; focuses on practical, research-informed strategies for educators.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    Always enjoy listening, and I always learned something

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danalynnteach
    United States5 days ago
  • Completely engaging!

    Michelle Sullivan is always prepared with the right questions for her guests. The literacy topics are wide-ranging, and always just what you needed to hear next. I’ve learned so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SWI Literacy
    United States4 months ago
  • Poor science…

    Listening to episode 89, some really poor science here: “We have genes that are uniquely designed to process language. They sit right in the part of our brain, right near our ear”

    That is wrong in so many ways, it is hard to know where to start. Genes are not designed to process language. The genes are present in all body cells. Language processing does not occur ‘right near our ear.” It is difficult to listen to people speak with confidence about things they do not understand and have an inter... more

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    1
    Phil Sci
    Australia6 months ago
  • Super Star!

    Literacy in Color is one of the BEST science of reading podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Michelle is an absolute super star. She thoughtfully chooses guests who are experts in a variety of literacy areas. I love how the conversation flows between Michelle and her guests. If you’re looking for a podcast to learn more about the most up to date literacy research and topics, this is the one to start listening to! 🤩

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    5
    Farmer Loves Phonics
    United States9 months ago
  • Episode 52 with Dr. David Kilpatrick

    What an incredible episode clearing up confusions in the field, explaining terminology, and what we need to do for children to learn how to read. If you haven't listened to this episode it's a must listen. Thank you to Michelle Sullivan for this incredible interview.

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    Startkids
    United Statesa year ago

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112. Routines for Reading Results with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Kelly Powell-Smith
Q: Can you walk us through the four phases of learning and what they look like in a literacy lesson?
Acquisition is where students gain accuracy through explicit, guided instruction; automaticity comes with extensive practice; generalization expands skills to new contexts; adaptation fine-tunes use across different tasks, with less teacher direction as students become more independent.
109. Phonological Awareness & the Alphabet: What the Research Says – and What We Still Don't Know with Dr. Shayne Piasta
Q: So where can listeners connect with you further and learn more about these studies?
Listeners can visit the lab website PL3 Piasta, follow the LinkedIn page for easy-to-understand updates, and sign up for the quarterly newsletter to stay informed about ongoing projects like Project OPAL and Create-Ebp.
109. Phonological Awareness & the Alphabet: What the Research Says – and What We Still Don't Know with Dr. Shayne Piasta
Q: And what can we hold as our North Star when it comes to implementation of literacy instruction?
A practical approach is to rely on vetted evidence-based resources and to balance research findings with teacher expertise and classroom context, pausing to assess alignment before trying new practices in real classrooms.
97. Effective Universal Instruction with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Kimberly Gibbons
Q: I just want to get started by saying welcome to the show. Perhaps you can give us a little background about who you are and how your work relates to literacy.
Dr. Brown explains her background as a school psychologist focused on data-driven literacy implementation and MTSS, while Dr. Gibbons highlights their joint work on refining Tier 1 through a systemic, preventative lens rather than relying on interventions alone.
94. Inside 'The Megabook of Vocabulary' with Dr. Tim Rasinski, Melissa Cheesman Smith & Savannah Campbell
Q: Let's dive into your book now.
Tim Rasinski explains that The Megabook of Vocabulary is organized around the four-part WISE framework (Word Consciousness, Individual Word Learning, Student Tools for Determining Meaning, and Exploration of Word Relationships) and is designed to be used with flexibility by teachers across grade levels, with many activities that connect to content standards.

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A practical, research-informed show focused on applying the Science of Reading in elementary literacy instruction. Episodes cover topics like phonics, morphology, vocabulary, syntax, and evidence-based classroom strategies, often featuring researchers, teachers, and author guests who translate complex literacy science into actionable guidance for educators. The host brings emphasis on integration of research with classroom practice, leadership in literacy programs, and scalable strategies for schools and homes. The podcast is praised for accessible explanations, practical tips, and high-quality guests, though occasional critiques note overstatements in some episodes. Potential listeners include teachers, literacy coaches, and interventionis... more

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