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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
Education
Literacy
Phonics
Literacy Coaching
Phonemic Awareness
Reading Intervention
Teaching Strategies
Literacy Education
Reading Comprehension
Phonics Instruction
Professional Development
Fluency
Orthographic Mapping
Literacy Instruction
Vocabulary
Phonological Awareness

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 over a decade of experience as a reading interventionist & literacy coach — this show is... more

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

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Drawing from decades of experience in literacy, school psychology, systems-level leadership, and MTSS implementation, Dr. Sarah Brown and Dr. Kimberly Gibbons explain why strong universal instruction is the true foundation of student success.

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Melissa Loftus and Lori Sappington from the Melissa & Lori Love Literacy podcast take their hosting hats off for the day to share their expertise around fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension – and why comprehension instruction is far more complex th... more

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Exciting news! Sarah & Michelle share their signature A4 Framework for teaching affixes inside of Logos Literacy Academy! Rather than treating prefixes and suffixes as isolated definitions to memorize, we explore how affixes function as meaningful st... more

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Dr. Timothy Rasinski, Melissa Cheesman Smith, and Savannah Campbell join the show to discuss their newest resource, The Megabook of Vocabulary. They unpack why vocabulary is far more than a list of words to memorize. This conversation explores the re... more

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Tim Rasinski
Professor and author
Kent State University
Episode: 94. Inside 'The Megabook of Vocabulary' with Dr. Tim Rasinski, Melissa Cheesman Smith & Savannah Campbell
Melissa Cheesman Smith
Educator and co-author
The Megabook of Vocabulary
Episode: 94. Inside 'The Megabook of Vocabulary' with Dr. Tim Rasinski, Melissa Cheesman Smith & Savannah Campbell
Savannah Campbell
Teacher and co-author
The Megabook of Vocabulary
Episode: 94. Inside 'The Megabook of Vocabulary' with Dr. Tim Rasinski, Melissa Cheesman Smith & Savannah Campbell
Lyn Stone
Linguist and author of Foundations for Life
Author, Foundations for Life
Episode: 93. Foundations for Life with Lyn Stone, Lifelong Literacy
Danny Bate
Linguist and author of Why Q Needs U, A History of Our Letters and How We Use Them
Independent researcher/author
Episode: 92. From Ox Heads to Silent Letters: The History of the Alphabet with Dr. Danny Bate, author of "Why Q Needs U"
Stephanie Barber
Reading.com's learning product manager
Reading.com
Episode: 90. Teach Your Child to Read at Home with Reading.com
Molly Sullivan
Reading.com's curriculum director
Reading.com
Episode: 90. Teach Your Child to Read at Home with Reading.com
Dr. Melissa Orkin
Developmental psychologist; co-author of The Structured Literacy Playbook
Crafting Minds Group
Episode: 89. The Structured Literacy Playbook with Dr. Melissa Orkin & Sarah Gannon, Crafting Minds
Sarah Gannon
Former classroom teacher, reading specialist, ESL teacher, literacy coach; co-author
Crafting Minds Group
Episode: 89. The Structured Literacy Playbook with Dr. Melissa Orkin & Sarah Gannon, Crafting Minds

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Michelle Sullivan
Host of Literacy in Color; science of reading advocate with a track record as a reading interventionist and literacy coach

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • 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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    Phil Sci
    Australia2 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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    Farmer Loves Phonics
    United States5 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 States9 months ago
  • Everything you need to know!!!

    I teach reading at the high school level and I am also an adjunct college professor teaching a literacy course to future teachers. This podcast is my “go to” for resources for myself at high school level and to share with my college students. EXCELLENT!!

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    LindaMRG
    United States10 months ago
  • Best of the best!

    Michelle’s podcast is an absolute favorite of mine! She is so knowledgeable. Michelle and her interview guests make challenging concepts attainable with practical tips that I can apply to my classroom practice immediately. So grateful to learn from her in this space!

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    Meghan Hein
    United Statesa year ago

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A few listeners wish for more rigorous science checks in places, but overall highly valued for clarity and usefulness.
Great resource for teachers seeking up-to-date literacy research and real-world applications.
Fresh take on science of reading with accessible, practical tips for teachers.
Punchy, engaging, and full of actionable classroom ideas.

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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.
84. Reading Assessment Done Right with Dr. Stephanie Stollar and Kate Winn
Q: How should schools approach de-implementation of ineffective assessments?
Time is a major constraint; schools should shed assessments that don't serve instructional goals and focus on high-quality tools that drive better teaching and learning outcomes.
84. Reading Assessment Done Right with Dr. Stephanie Stollar and Kate Winn
Q: What do educators need to understand differently about reading assessment?
Assessment should be a tool that informs instruction, not a source of anxiety or a punitive measure; it should be efficient, purposeful, and connected to daily teaching so that data translates into targeted action.
81. Articulatory Gestures and Early Literacy: What the Research Actually Says with Deirdre O'Toole, The Playful Classroom
Q: How do you define articulatory gestures in the context of early literacy instruction?
Articulatory gestures refer to how we produce phonemes, involving movements of the mouth and other articulatory mechanisms.
81. Articulatory Gestures and Early Literacy: What the Research Actually Says with Deirdre O'Toole, The Playful Classroom
Q: What are some foundational skills necessary for our earliest readers?
Phonemic awareness and knowledge of the alphabetic principle are essential components for future reading success.

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A practical, educator-focused show that translates the science of reading into actionable classroom strategies. Episodes center on phonics, morphology, vocabulary, read-alouds, assessment, and structured literacy best practices, with guest experts ranging from university researchers to curriculum developers. The host blends research with classroom applications, often highlighting concrete tools, programs, and PD resources. The show's standout value is its ability to make complex literacy concepts approachable for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and interventionists, while maintaining a clear emphasis on evidence-based methods and equity in literacy instruction.

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