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Melissa & Lori Love Literacy® is a science of reading podcast for teachers who want to understand how reading really works and what that means for classroom instruction.Each month, Melissa & Lori explore topics in reading instruction by talking with researchers, authors, and classroom teachers who are bringing reading research into their classrooms.Melissa & Lori are like the teachers next door, n... more

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Episode 207 from Oct 11 2024

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Hear the inspiring story of Ameer Baraka as he discusses his bo... more

Episode 262

In this episode, we sit down with Nancy Blair and Pat Roberts, co-founders of AIM Academy and the AIM Institute for Learning & Research, to talk about how a school built on research came to be. Nancy and Pat share the story of meeting as... more

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Episode 100 from April 1, 2022

Over time, the chronic trauma of not being successful with reading wears down  many students. It has devastating effects. In our official 100th episode, Dr. Steven Dykstra discusses trauma and reading. He explains the ... more

Episode 261  

In this episode, Caitlin Lucas shares innovative routines for kindergarten literacy instruction, emphasizing consistency and active participation to build foundational skills. Caitlin also uses sign language as part of her routines and... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Steven Dykstra
Psychologist who works with children on reading and trauma-informed approaches
Private practice in Milwaukee, WI
Episode: [Listen Again] Trauma and Reading with Dr. Steven Dykstra
Caitlin Lucas
Kindergarten teacher
Episode: Phonics Routines Teachers Can Use Tomorrow with Caitlin Lucas
Wiley Blevins
Author of Differentiating Phonics Instruction for Maximum Impact
Author, Differentiating Phonics Instruction for Maximum Impact
Episode: Routines for Differentiating Phonics Instruction with Wiley Blevins
Faith Howard
Reading interventionist who works with middle and high school students
Faith Howard (independent/consulting)
Episode: Routines for Reading & Spelling Big Words with Faith Howard
Anjanette McNeely
Kindergarten teacher, guest on the episode
Episode: Word Chaining for Building Phonemic Awareness with Anjanette McNeely
Marianne Rice
Researcher involved in the Tennessee report on early literacy
Unknown (researcher)
Episode: Research-Based Shifts to Strengthen Phonemic Awareness with Marianne Rice
Luke Morin
Teacher and coach who wrote Waiting into the Deep End
Episode: Supporting Readers as Texts Get More Complex with Luke Morin
Daniel Willingham
Psychologist and Professor of Psychology at University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Episode: [Listen Again] Why Knowledge Matters for Comprehension with Daniel Willingham & Barbara Davidson
Barbara Davidson
Executive Director of the Knowledge Matters Campaign
Knowledge Matters Campaign
Episode: [Listen Again] Why Knowledge Matters for Comprehension with Daniel Willingham & Barbara Davidson

Hosts

Melissa
Co-host of the show focusing on translating research into classroom practice
Lori
Co-host of the show focusing on translating research into classroom practice

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 619 ratings
  • Educational & Engaging

    Want a podcast that is fun to listen to? Want your brain to press the “ENGAGE” button? This is it! Recommended from our Reading Specialist and now I am listening to all the old episodes and waiting for the new. They welcome guests that share research based practices that you can take to your instruction.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kindergarten Dragon Teacher
    United States3 months ago
  • SOR in the Car. Yes please!

    Melissa and Lori Love Literacy is an absolute must listen for educators, tutors and educational advocates. It’s refreshing to learn up-to-date information about the science of reading from hosts who are passionate, relatable and engaging. Highly recommend for anyone interested in helping students become successful readers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen Pettey, CALT
    United States5 months ago
  • Good info but sound like giddy teenagers

    I subscribed to this for a while, but had to quit because I cannot stand all the laughing. I feel like I’m listening to a couple of teenagers who giggle about every comment they make. Just stick with the good topics that you address and cut back on the laughing!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    zavysgrammy
    United States7 months ago
  • Essential Listening for Educators

    Melissa and Lori host innovative voices in education and ensure that the content is focused, practical, and thought-provoking. It feel like I get a mini-class on the latest and greatest in education research and best practices. I love that their podcast is a PL session I can access at any time. Way to model life-long learning, ladies! Thank you for all you do to show the science and art of teaching.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jbrupp
    United States10 months ago
  • Goldmine!

    Art teacher here! Excited to find the excellent episode giving an intro to Wit & Wisdom! I’m so excited to bring the connections and highlight their learning with my art projects!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ok4123ok
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners note muted enthusiasm in delivery as a minor distraction.
Overall, episodes are seen as a valuable resource for improving literacy instruction.
Educators praise practical, research-backed guidance for classroom use.
Listeners value the high-caliber guest lineup and access to cutting-edge literacy research.

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#162
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Apple Podcasts
#188
Canada/Education

Talking Points

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Routines for Differentiating Phonics Instruction with Wiley Blevins
Q: Why is dictation important in the phonics routine?
Dictation helps students practice segmentation and spelling in a structured, scaffolded way, with explicit feedback to reinforce correct sound-spellings and reduce errors.
Routines for Differentiating Phonics Instruction with Wiley Blevins
Q: How should teachers handle blending in practice?
Teachers should use differentiated blending lines, start with known words, and move to new concepts using minimal contrasts to gradually build confidence and ability.
Routines for Differentiating Phonics Instruction with Wiley Blevins
Q: What does a strong whole-group phonics lesson look like?
A strong lesson accounts for the wide range of learners, ensuring that those who are below or above grade level get appropriate repetition or push, rather than only teaching to the middle.
[Listen Again] Research-Based Routines for Developing Decoding Skills with Julia Lindsey
Q: Can you talk through just like, give an overview of the structure of the book and what you want readers to take away from it?
Julia outlines a clear structure centered on foundational skills and the elements that go into decoding single-syllable words, then shows how to integrate essential swaps and practice opportunities into daily instruction, while tying everything back to research.
Research-Based Shifts to Strengthen Phonemic Awareness with Marianne Rice
Q: What should teachers look for in their curriculum to ensure it emphasizes phonemic awareness at the phoneme level?
Look for explicit references to phoneme-level tasks (phoneme isolation, blending, segmenting) in the scope and sequence, and watch for how activities are connected to print rather than focusing solely on larger phonological skills like rhyming or syllables.

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2. Caitlin Lucas
3. Wiley Blevins
4. Faith Howard
5. Anjanette McNeely
6. Marianne Rice
7. Luke Morin
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