Teaching phonics has seen a resurgence in importance over the last few years. From the Sold a Story podcast by Emily Hanford to The Right To Read movie to Lexia LETRS Training and professional development sessions all over the country…
ILA is where it's at. This past week I was in St. Louis for the Annual International Literacy Association Conference. The ILA was formally known as IRA, but we have rebranded our organization to champion literacy around the world. Next…
I know, I know...I've offended every "old" teacher reading this. Don't feel bad, I'm an old teacher, too. However, look passed the insult and take a breath. I think NEW teachers can offer a lot to us OLD teachers...but we…
Teacher Morale. I'm sure I got the attention of several teachers with this title. You can read articles, hear news stories, and listen to friends talk about what teaching has become. I'm not writing this to engage in an…
Can you teach sequencing at the emergent level? Of course, you can. It was definitely a trick question. It’s all about routine, practice, expectation, and confidence. If you follow my blog you know I preach and preach about routine. Emergent…
Concept of Word. I am so excited! I had the absolute privilege to co-author an article with a fabulous colleague from Virginia Beach, Beth Estill. Everyone in our area knows how fantastic she is...and the news is going to spread…
I just returned from New Orleans and the International Reading Association Conference. What a wonderful trip and a great conference. Here are ten exciting things about my trip! 10. The City Welcomed International Reading Association! We felt welcomed all around…
Talking and teaching are my two favorite things. Conferences combine my two loves ~ I get to talk to teachers about teaching! I have been presenting at conferences since 2010, I think. I LOVE presenting at conferences. Admittedly, sometimes teachers…