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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
Literacy Coaching
Structured Literacy
Science Of Reading
Literacy
Scarborough's Reading Rope
Reading Comprehension
Phonics
Education
Feedback
Morphology
Coaching Cycles
Evidence-Based Instruction
Teaching Strategies
Phonological Awareness
Language Comprehension
Dyslexia
Balanced Literacy
Coaching
Building Trust
Teacher Support

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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Sara Marye, founder of The Stellar Teacher Company, joins Michelle to unpack what effective upper-elementary reading intervention can actually look like in the general classroom setting. Together, they explore why students in grades 3–5 may continue ... more

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Deirdre O’Toole’s doctoral research focuses on early literacy acquisition, specifically around articulatory gestures and attention to speech production. In recent years, we hear a lot about Sound Walls being “aligned to the Science of Reading”. In th... more

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MTSS can serve as a true system of support, not just a sorting mechanism, for improving reading outcomes and Dr. Stephanie Stollar and Dr. Sarah Brown share how. Drawing from their book MTSS for Reading Improvement (published under Solution Tree), th... more

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In this special Science of Reading Mini-Con hype episode, Michelle Sullivan is joined by the presenters behind the Science of Reading Mini-Con to give listeners an inside look at what makes this conference unlike any other.

From powerful sessions an... more

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Recent Guests

Deirdre O'Toole
Educator, doctoral student, and founder of the Playful Classroom and Right to Read Ireland.
The Playful Classroom, Right to Read Ireland
Episode: 81. Articulatory Gestures and Early Literacy: What the Research Actually Says with Deirdre O'Toole, The Playful Classroom
Dr. Stephanie Stollar
Consultant to help schools increase reading outcomes and implement the science of reading
Independent Consultant
Episode: 80. MTSS for Reading Improvement with Dr. Stephanie Stollar & Dr. Sarah Brown
Dr. Sarah Brown
Consultant focused on helping schools build teacher confidence in using data for MTSS
Independent Consultant
Episode: 80. MTSS for Reading Improvement with Dr. Stephanie Stollar & Dr. Sarah Brown
Dr. Peter Bowers
A researcher, educator, and founder of Word Works Literacy Center
Word Works Literacy Center
Episode: 77. English Is Not Crazy: How Structured Word Inquiry Reveals the Logic of Spelling with Dr. Peter Bowers
Jennifer Throndsen
Author and expert in literacy initiatives with over 20 years in education.
Consultant, Director of Teaching and Learning for the State of Utah
Episode: 72. Raising Up Readers: Scaffolding Strategies to Help Students Access Challenging Text with Jennifer Throndsen
Ashley Doty
Founder of Uncomplicate Ed, dedicated to simplifying education
Uncomplicate Ed
Episode: 71. Uncomplicate Ed: How the Science of Learning Transforms Classrooms with Ashley Doty
Hilderbrand Pelzer III
An incredible educational leader, national speaker, and author of Unlocking Potential, Organizing a School Inside a Prison.
Episode: 70. How Effective Literacy Instruction Breaks the School-to-Prison Pipeline with Hilderbrand Pelzer III
Dr. Julia B. Lindsey
Literacy expert, researcher, author, and former elementary teacher
Author of 'Reading Above the Fray' and 'Small Groups, Big Results'
Episode: 67. Small Groups, Big Results with Dr. Julia B. Lindsey
LaNesha Tabb
Veteran educator, national speaker, curriculum developer, and author.
Founder of Reimagine Writing
Episode: 66. Writing Instruction: When You Have the Strategies but Not the System with LaNesha Tabb

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Michelle Sullivan
Host of Literacy in Color, a literacy expert with over a decade of experience as a reading interventionist and literacy coach, advocating for effective literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • 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! 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farmer Loves Phonics
    United States2 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Startkids
    United States6 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!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LindaMRG
    United States6 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meghan Hein
    United States8 months ago
  • Enlightening, accessible, and useful

    It’s rare to find a podcast that is enlightening, accessible, and useful all at the same time. Some podcasts fulfill one of those criteria. But not many fulfill all of them. I learned a lot, the presentation is clear and accessible, and the content is useful for education. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HTR4444
    South Koreaa year ago

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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.
77. English Is Not Crazy: How Structured Word Inquiry Reveals the Logic of Spelling with Dr. Peter Bowers
Q: Can you take us back to the moment where English spelling first made sense to you?
Dr. Bowers shares his transformative experience as a fourth-grade teacher realizing that English spelling is not chaotic but can be understood through structured inquiry.
76. K–2 Morphology Made Meaningful: Teaching Word Structure Through Bases with Sarah Paul and Michelle Sullivan of Logos Literacy Academy
Q: Why is it important to design something specifically for K-2?
We often underestimate what young children already know about words and what they can do.
72. Raising Up Readers: Scaffolding Strategies to Help Students Access Challenging Text with Jennifer Throndsen
Q: Can you explain why it's flawed to try to match students into leveled texts?
Jennifer explained that relying too heavily on matching students to leveled texts does not effectively promote their growth as readers, comparing it to lifting weights where students need to be given challenges to grow.

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Focused on literacy education, the content addresses practical and evidence-based strategies for elementary teachers, literacy coaches, and reading interventionists. Key themes include the Science of Reading, the significance of phonics, morphology, vocabulary-building, and comprehension techniques. The show regularly features expert guests from the educational field, enhancing discussions with diverse perspectives and deep insights into literacy instruction. Unique to this series is its emphasis on making literacy instruction engaging and effective, appealing to a range of educators from novices to seasoned professionals. Through every episode, meaningful resources and actionable tips aim to empower educators, fostering a supportive commun... more

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