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Reading Teachers Lounge

Shannon Betts and Mary Saghafi
Literacy
Dyslexia
Teaching Strategies
Science Of Reading
Reading Instruction
Vocabulary Development
Phonemic Awareness
Professional Development
Background Knowledge
Literacy Education
Early Childhood Education
Executive Functioning
Read Alouds
Reading Development
Data Analysis
Early Literacy
Reading Universe
Orton-Gillingham
Phonics
Working Memory

This is the Reading Teachers Lounge where listeners can eavesdrop on professional conversations between elementary reading teachers. We are passionate about literacy and strive to find strategies to reach all learners. Shannon and Mary are neighbors who realized that they were “literacy soul sisters” at a dinner in their Atlanta neighborhood. Once they started chatting about reading they haven’t r... more

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Latest Episodes

Shannon and Mary welcome Dr. Ellen Ballock and Julia D'Onofrio from Gordon College to talk about teacher preparation programs. Discover how they design and implement teacher prep programs focused on literacy instruction, the science of reading, and p... more

In this episode of the Reading Teacher's Lounge, hosts Mary and Shannon welcome expert Sara Lee to discuss best practices for teaching grammar and syntax. They dive into how understanding sentence structure, grammatical functions, and modifiers can e... more

In this episode, we explore effective practices for supporting students with homework. Join us as we discuss strategies to foster a productive & stress-free homework environment. We cover the importance of EF, the advantages and challenges of traditi... more

Shannon and Mary revisit the topic of Structured Word Inquiry (SWI) and discuss the importance of understanding the deliberate reasons for English spellings with guests Jennifer Petrich and Bradley Johnson.

The conversation follows the hosts' and gu... more

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Dr. Ellen Ballock
Dean at Gordon College, education and literacy leader
Gordon College
Episode: 8.9 Teacher Preparation
Julia D'Onofrio
Educator involved in teacher preparation
Gordon College
Episode: 8.9 Teacher Preparation
Sara Lee
Literacy expert and co-owner of Literacy Doctor, with a master's in applied linguistics.
Literacy Doctor
Episode: 8.8 Grammar and Syntax
Jennifer Petrich
Co-director of Literacy Doctor, focused on literacy intervention and tutoring.
Literacy Doctor
Episode: 8.6 Deliberate Orthography
Bradley Johnson
Experienced educator, literacy coach, and consultant in literacy instruction.
One Step Now Education
Episode: 8.6 Deliberate Orthography
Lindsay Kemeny
First grade teacher, author, and podcast co-host of Literacy Talks
Literacy Talks
Episode: 8.5 The Literacy Block
Erin Waters
Teacher with experience in first grade and early childhood education, currently involved in educational opportunities for teachers.
Episode: 8.4 SEL Concerns
Kate DiCamillo
Acclaimed children's author known for works like 'Because of Winn-Dixie' and 'The Tale of Despereaux'.
Self
Episode: 8.2 Treasured Stories
Karen Gross
A guest who discusses the effects of the pandemic on teachers and provides advice on coping mechanisms.
Episode: 7.18 Season 7 Finale

Hosts

Shannon
Host of Reading Teachers Lounge
Mary
Host of Reading Teachers Lounge

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 153 ratings
  • Please 🙏🏻 check the sound

    The sound not good

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    mohaa86
    Saudi Arabia2 years ago
  • Really wanted to love this!

    As a teacher, I really wanted to love this, but I found this podcast really difficult to listen to and keep track. The podcast does not seem to have a structure or flow and there doesn’t seem to be anything I could take away from to implement in my own classroom (I was listening to the comprehension episode).

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    AvocadoOnToast
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Incredible Podcast!

    I’m 11 years in teaching elementary and I am STILL learning so much, especially with this amazing podcast! It’s a true gem. Thanks for the tips and tricks and links to resources!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sugarpie7
    United States3 years ago
  • More confident teacher

    I am grateful for the knowledge I have gained from this podcast. It helps me be a more confident teacher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shureeck
    United States3 years ago
  • Helped me pass the RICA

    I am so thankful I found this podcast. It’s extremely helpful and gives me the information I need with regards to supporting literacy development. I listened to it religiously and I swear it helped me pass the RICA.

    You will learn so much from this podcast. Thanks Shannon and Mary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fifiadelie
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners note room for tighter structure or pacing but still value the content and support for teachers.
Listeners praise practical literacy tips that translate to the classroom.
Fans highlight the resource links and actionable strategies as standout takeaways.
Conversations are described as engaging and knowledgeable, with strong guest lineups.

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8.8 Grammar and Syntax
Q: What are some effective ways teachers can integrate grammar into their literacy blocks?
Teachers can pull sentences from books to analyze meaning and grammar, helping students focus on sentence structures without being overwhelmed by paragraphs.
8.8 Grammar and Syntax
Q: How should grammar be assessed in the classroom?
Writing provides a more accurate insight into student struggles than multiple choice assessments, highlighting patterns in their writing for targeted support.
8.8 Grammar and Syntax
Q: What should teachers really be mindful of if they're supporting students acquiring language or those with communication deficits?
Teachers should be aware of the students' native languages and their grammatical structures, as well as use visual aids to enhance understanding.
8.6 Deliberate Orthography
Q: How do you explain structured word inquiry to teachers?
SWI is essentially an instructional approach using a four-question framework to analyze the relationships between meaning, structure, history, and sound of words.
8.5 The Literacy Block
Q: What was the first big thing that you've made a change to?
Lindsay describes how she had to figure out how much time to spend on everything and decided to streamline her approach based on her observations from other teachers' classrooms.

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What is Reading Teachers Lounge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on elementary reading and literacy, featuring bring-your-own-practice conversations between two seasoned teachers who share practical strategies, evidence-based approaches, and real-world classroom insights. Across episodes, topics span the science of reading, teacher preparation, structured literacy, grammar and syntax, executive functioning, SEL, and engagement with families, with guests ranging from university-affiliated literacy experts to children's authors. The tone is hands-on and collaborative, often translating research into actionable classroom routines, materials, and interventions. A standout is the consistent emphasis on practical takeaways, data-informed instruction, and bridging theory with everyday teaching ... more

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1. Dr. Ellen Ballock
2. Julia D'Onofrio
3. Sara Lee
4. Jennifer Petrich
5. Bradley Johnson
6. Lindsay Kemeny
7. Erin Waters
8. Kate DiCamillo

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