

Reach All Readers
Anna Geiger
Ready to help every student become a proficient reader? Join literacy expert Anna Geiger, M.Ed., for practical conversations about teaching reading well.Anna brings you real talk about implementing the science of reading in your classroom, breaking down the research into steps you can take right away, and helping you build the confidence to reach all your readers. Whether you're navigating your own shift from balanced literacy or looking for strategies that work for diverse learners, you'll find support here.Subscribe for honest conversations, actionable teaching tips, and the encouragement you need to transform literacy instruction in your classroom.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 16min
How to teach phonics to English learners - with Alison Ryan
233: If you've ever wondered how to give extra support to English learners during phonics lessons, this episode is for you. You'll learn strategies for supporting students in decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension - all within the phonics lesson.Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

Nov 10, 2025 • 22min
Quick tips for teaching morphology in the primary grades - with Sarah Paul
232: If you've ever wondered what morphology has to do with K-2, this is the episode for you! Sarah Paul shares fun and simple ways to incorporate morphology into your instruction in the primary grades. A must-listen! Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

Nov 3, 2025 • 23min
A powerful and practical routine for teaching with decodable text – with Brianna Guild
In this engaging discussion, Brianna Guild, a private-practice speech-language pathologist and creator of SLP Literacy Corner, shares her passion for literacy. She defines decodable texts and emphasizes their role in teaching letter-sound relationships. Brianna outlines an effective lesson routine, including comprehension questions and modeled retells, that naturally weaves in vocabulary and fluency. She also discusses how to adapt lessons for advanced readers and describes a creative sorting activity to enhance orthographic mapping, making reading fun and structured!

Oct 27, 2025 • 22min
How to teach students to use set for variability - with Jen Yagid and Wendy Darasz
230: Jen and Wendy, reading specialists and dyslexia practitioners, explain what set for variability is and why it's a skill even beginning readers need. Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

Oct 20, 2025 • 14min
Simple writing activities that boost reading comprehension - with Sara Marye
229: Sara Marye walks us through writing activities that are easy to implement, yet make a big difference when it comes to improving reading comprehension. Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

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Oct 13, 2025 • 14min
Tips for teaching high frequency words - with Christina Winter
Christina Winter, a former public school teacher and the founder of Lead in Literacy, shares her insights on teaching high-frequency words. She delves into the differences between sight words and high-frequency words, and why rote memorization can be counterproductive. Christina emphasizes the importance of explicit teaching methods and integrating practice into everyday routines. She also provides practical strategies for spelling and suggests valuable resources for making reading more accessible at home.

Oct 6, 2025 • 16min
How to do a repeated reading intervention to build fluency - with Melanie Brethour
227: When students read accurately but slowly, research supports using a repeated reading intervention. But how does it work? How long should students read? What kind of feedback should you give? Get answers to these questions and more from reading interventionist Melanie Brethour.Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

Sep 29, 2025 • 15min
Practical ways to build background knowledge - with Meghan Hein
226: Free up your students' mental space! Teacher Meghan Hein explains why building background knowledge first makes complex texts more accessible. You'll love her practical tips!Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

Sep 22, 2025 • 11min
A 5-step method for helping students read CVC words - with Pryor Rayburn
225: Do you have students who are struggling to read CVC words? You'll love the quick and practical tips that Pryor Rayburn shares in this episode!Click here for this episode's show notes.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with me here!BlogInstagramFacebookTwitter (X)

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Sep 15, 2025 • 22min
How to promote orthographic mapping - with Michelle Sullivan
Michelle Sullivan, the creative mind behind the Colorful Classroom and host of the Literacy in Color podcast, shares her extensive knowledge on orthographic mapping—an essential cognitive process for fluent reading and spelling. She discusses the importance of phonemic awareness, offering strategies to help students internalize word structures and move beyond rote memorization. Additionally, she highlights engaging classroom activities and the connection between morphology and literacy, empowering educators to enhance reading abilities effectively.


