We often hear about the importance of reading for educational purposes, but reading for fun holds its own unique benefits. In this episode, I'm sharing all about the importance of reading for fun and how families, including busy caregivers, can find more time for it in their lives. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! Your Reading Tutor TpT store 4.10 Using Children's Books to Help Kids Process Emot ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Melquea Smith, a Black, Queer, multi-award-winning children’s book illustrator based in New York, for a discussion about filling your home library with black books! Melquea is an active member of The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and a committee member of #BlackCreatorsHeadquarters. Certified kid at heart, she provides positive and joyful imagery of Black kids and Black families through her art and children’s books. She specializes in illustrating little Black girls of all shapes, colors, and sizes. When not illustrating, you’ll find Melquea ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Jody Sperling for a conversation about helping our kiddos develop a life-long love of reading. Jody Sperling is the author of the Luke in Time mysteries and host of TRBM a podcast for authors who want to get their books into more readers' hands. He’s also hitchhiked across the country and lived out of his van. You can connect with Jody on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠. Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Th ..read more

This is part two of a two-part series on literacy hacks for busy families. Catch part one, here. In this episode, I'm sharing practical and time-efficient tips for parents and caregivers who may have busy schedules but still want to foster a culture of literacy at home. I am going to share 10 different ideas, 5 in this episode and 5 in part one.   Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! How to C ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Hailey Glynn for a conversation about how we can use children's books to help our kiddos process difficult situations and learn more about themselves.   Hailey, a former elementary teacher from Buffalo, NY, unexpectedly ventured into storytelling during the pandemic. Her debut, "When Virona the Corona Came to Town," became an instant hit, sparking Hailey's journey into publishing. Hailey continues to expand her repertoire with other empowering children's books and an activity book that sparks creativity, "The Squiggle Book." Hailey writes and illustrate ..read more

This is part one of a two-part series on literacy hacks for busy families. In this episode, I'm sharing practical and time-efficient tips for parents and caregivers who may have busy schedules but still want to foster a culture of literacy at home. I am going to share 10 different ideas, 5 in this episode and 5 in part two.   Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you purchase through these links. Thanks for your support! The Week, Jr. A Year Full of S ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Heather O’Donnell for a conversation about writing skills that will help your kids and students improve their comprehension.   Heather O’Donnell MS.Ed and Ed.M began her career as a classroom teacher. Working in both special and general education classroom settings, she left the classroom in 2018 to open New Paltz Multisensory, an online and in-person tutoring practice in New Paltz, NY. After identifying a need for private multisensory reading instruction in her community, the practice has grown to include a team of 13 tutors providing online and in-per ..read more

In this special holiday episode, we're diving into the world of reading, writing, and online learning with a guide to thoughtful and educational Christmas gifts for kids! With the holiday season right around the corner, I've curated a list of gifts that will inspire young minds and foster a love for learning. Whether it's enhancing literacy skills or making online education more engaging, I've got you covered. Let's unwrap these fantastic gift ideas! Books & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This book and resource list may contain Amazon affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (a ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Ashley Gilbert. Ashley is a former elementary school teacher who took her favorite parts of the classroom and turned them into a successful and thriving tutoring business, Keep It Up Tutoring! She's on a mission to help K-5 students become better readers, spellers, and writers. Ashley has a Master's Degree in teaching and has been LETRS trained. When she's not working, Ashley enjoys spending time with her pets, playing the clarinet, and gardening. Join us for a conversation about how we can help our struggling and reluctant writers at home. For more from Ashley ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by executive function coach, Carrie Bonnett. Carrie is a veteran teacher and lifelong listmaker based in Bend, Oregon where she lives with her husband and two children. Carrie works with families all over the United States. Her no-shame approach and the strategies and tools that she teaches empower students to thrive in school and in life, help parents and teachers support their children, and help adults get on top of all that life requires. In addition to coaching, she is also an adjunct instructor for early career teachers at the University of Portland in Oregon ..read more