Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators
A podcast by Michelle Sullivan • Literacy Coach & Science of Reading Advocate - Tuesdays
42 Episodes
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41. Small Groups Aligned with the Science of Reading with Christina Winter, Lead in Literacy
Published: 6/17/2025 -
40. Why Read-Alouds Matter: Equity, Comprehension, and Book Access with Dr. Molly Ness
Published: 6/10/2025 -
39. Mastering Morphology - Introducing Logos Literacy Academy with Sarah Paul & Michelle Sullivan
Published: 6/3/2025 -
38. Tier 1 Engagement Strategies with Jake Daggett
Published: 5/27/2025 -
37. The Impact of Language and Leadership in Literacy with Dr. Danielle 'Nell' Thompson, The Transformative Reading Teacher Group
Published: 5/20/2025 -
36. Tips for Teaching the Alphabet with Heidi Martin, Droppin' Knowledge with Heidi
Published: 5/13/2025 -
35. Why Transcription Skills Matter in Early Writing Instruction with Amy Siracusano
Published: 5/6/2025 -
34. Orthographic Mapping, Sight Words & High-Frequency Words: What Every Teacher Should Know
Published: 4/29/2025 -
33. Spelling Error Analysis with Sydney Bassard, The Listening SLP
Published: 4/22/2025 -
32. Crafting High-Quality Decodable Books with Brooke Vitale, Charge Mommy Books
Published: 4/15/2025 -
31. Stop the Robotic Reading – Building Fluency with MeQuel Bolden
Published: 4/8/2025 -
30. Making Sense of Suffixes: Inflectional vs. Derivational Suffixes
Published: 4/1/2025 -
29. Hands-On Phonemic Awareness Activities with Kristina Harrill
Published: 3/25/2025 -
28. Clearing up Misconceptions around MTSS with Dr. Stephanie Stollar
Published: 3/18/2025 -
27. Celebrate National Schwa Day: What's the Schwa Sound & How to Teach It with Yvette Manns, Author of Phonics Read-Alouds
Published: 3/11/2025 -
26. Morphology 101
Published: 3/4/2025 -
25. Why are Decodable Texts Important? with Hooked on Comics
Published: 2/25/2025 -
24. Morphology Roundtable with Sarah Paul, Savannah Campbell, and Michelle Sullivan
Published: 2/18/2025 -
23. Why is Reading Fluency Important? with Dr. Heather Kenny from Unleashed Innovation
Published: 2/11/2025 -
22. What is Reading Fluency? with Jessica Farmer from Farmer Loves Phonics
Published: 2/4/2025
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 designed to help you captivate your learners, boost reading fluency, and foster a deep understanding of language. Each week, you’ll discover practical tips, proven strategies, and creative ideas to make your literacy instruction colorful and impactful. From phonics and morphology to vocabulary building and comprehension techniques, we’ll explore the full spectrum of evidence-based practices that support all learners on their journey to becoming confident readers. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting out, “Literacy in Color” will empower you with the tools, inspiration, and know-how to make literacy instruction not just effective, but truly unforgettable. Are you ready to teach colorfully? Hit subscribe and join us each week for a splash of fun, insight, and colorful learning. Connect with me on Instagram @michelle_thecolorfulclassroom for more tips, resources, and community!