Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers
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Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers
Welcome to the Stellar Teacher Podcast! We believe teaching literacy is a skill. It takes a lot of time, practice, and effort to be good at it. This podcast will show you how to level up your literacy instruction and make a massive impact with your students, all while having a little fun! Your...
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274. How to Help Students Read Big Words With Confidence
In this episode of The Stellar Teacher Podcast, I share a practical, step-by-step strategy to help upper elementary students tackle multi-syllabic wor...
273. Dear Stellar Teacher: How Do I Effectively Teach A Novel Study?
In this episode of Dear Stellar Teacher, Emily and I dive into the world of novel studies for upper elementary classrooms. We share some of our favori...
272. Multilingual Learner Support: Practical Strategies for Upper Elementary Teachers with Dr. Jana Echevarría and Dr. Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez
In this episode of The Stellar Teacher Podcast, I dive into a critical topic for upper elementary classrooms: supporting multilingual learners (MLLs)....
271. [Listen Again] Maximize Your Read Alouds With These 3 Tips
Being an elementary teacher, you know how important read-alouds are in your classroom. They offer many benefits, from fostering a love of literacy to...
270. Explicit, Systematic Writing Instruction for Upper Elementary with Dr. Karen Harris and Dr Steven Graham
Writing is one of the most complex skills our students will ever learn—and one that is often overlooked. In this episode of the Stellar Teacher Podcas...
269. [Listen Again] Scheduling Tips for Creating an Effective Literacy Block (SOR Summer Series Part 7)
As we wrap up our Science of Reading Summer Series, it’s time to start thinking about next year and how to make your literacy block both effective and...
268. Dear Stellar Teacher: How Can I Use AI in My Classroom to Save Time and Reduce Stress?
In this episode of Dear Stellar Teacher, Emily and I talk about how using AI can actually make teaching easier and why it doesn’t have to feel overwhe...
267. [Listen Again] Episode #216 - Back to School: 3 Fun, Engaging, and Important Literacy Lessons to Teach at the Beginning of the Year
I remember back-to-school time being both exciting and exhausting. It's a new school year filled with fresh possibilities. It's also extremely busy wi...
266. How to Support Upper Elementary Students in Reaching Grade-Level Literacy with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck
What if I told you that 90% of students can be on grade level with the right instruction? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, a lea...
265. 3 Simple Steps for Effective Word Study Instruction This School Year
Welcome back to The Stellar Teacher Podcast! In today’s episode, we're diving into the importance of word study in upper elementary classrooms. If you...
264. Dear Stellar Teacher: Navigating the Back-to-School Chaos with Confidence
Welcome back to The Stellar Teacher Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re kicking off the back-to-school season with a Dear Stellar Teacher conversation...
263. Making Words Stick: Orthographic Mapping and How the Brain Learns to Read with Dr. Molly Ness
What is orthographic mapping—and why does it matter so much for your upper elementary readers? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Molly Ness, educator...
262. Cheers to 10 Years! Sara Marye Shares the Story Behind STC
This week’s episode is extra special—we’re celebrating a decade of Stellar Teacher magic! In honor of The Stellar Teacher Company’s 10th birthday, the...
261. Reading Intervention Made Easy: 15-Minute Lessons for Struggling Readers in Upper Elementary
In this special episode of The Stellar Teacher Podcast, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes look at one of our most exciting new resources—the Stella...
260. Dear Stellar Teacher: Our Phonics and Intervention Confessions (and What We’d Do Differently!)
Are you feeling a little lost when it comes to teaching phonics and supporting struggling readers in upper elementary? You’re in good company! In this...
259. From Sentences to Essays: The Writing Sequence That Works
In this final episode of our summer writing series, I’m unpacking one of the biggest challenges upper elementary teachers face: helping students write...
258. From Sentence to Paragraph: A Peek Inside Our Writing Routine
In this episode of The Stellar Teacher Podcast, we’re diving into all things writing—with a special guest! Sara is joined by Kori, the head curriculum...
257. How to Strengthen Student Writing—One Sentence at a Time
If your students struggle to write solid paragraphs or essays, the solution might be simpler than you think. In this episode, we’re zeroing in on the...
256. 5 Signs You Might Need To Rethink Your Writing Instruction
Writing instruction in upper elementary can often feel overwhelming, especially when your students are expected to produce multi-paragraph essays—but...
255. Dear Stellar Teacher: How to Navigate Changing Grade Levels with Confidence
If you’re changing grade levels, schools, or positions next year, this episode is for you! In our monthly Dear Stellar Teacher segment, Emily and I ar...
254. Supporting Multilingual Learners Through Structured Literacy with Maya Valencia Goodall and Kristie Shelley
Multilingual learners are a growing and vital part of today’s classrooms—but many teachers feel like they’re navigating this responsibility without en...
253. Teaching with Empathy and Boundaries: Why Both Matter with Jenn Borovy
If you’ve ever ended the school day completely drained—wondering how long you can keep this up or feeling guilty for needing a break—this episode is f...
252. Finish Strong: 7 Fun & Meaningful Literacy Ideas for the End of the Year
As the final weeks of school approach, it can be tempting to hit cruise control—but the end of the year is actually the perfect time to bring some fre...
251. Dear Stellar Teacher: Our Writing Confessions (and What We’d Do Differently!)
If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to teach writing, you’re going to love today’s episode. In this Dear Stellar Teacher conversation, I’m joined by...
250. Let Them Be Bored: Why Boredom Might Be Exactly What Kids Need with Mike Bender and Chuck Dillon
Have you ever had a student declare, “I’m bored!”—and then look to you to fix it? In this fun and thought-provoking episode, I’m joined by returning g...
249. Closing Learning Gaps: Practical Strategies for Supporting Struggling Readers with Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift
Supporting students with learning gaps can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Dr. Cheryl...
248. Rethinking Narrative Writing: A Better Way to Teach Students to Write
Personal narratives have long been a staple in elementary writing instruction—but what if this traditional approach is actually holding our students b...
247. Dear Stellar Teacher: How Can I Make Test Prep Season More Effective and Less Overwhelming?
Standardized testing season is just around the corner, and if the thought of long testing days, endless review packets, and restless students already...
246. Integrating SEL into Literacy to Strengthen Student Behavior with Allie Szczecinski
Managing student behavior can be one of the most challenging parts of teaching, and it’s easy to feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or even like you’re doi...
245. How To Fix This Common Mistake in Comprehension Instruction (Part 2)
Comprehension instruction is about more than just teaching individual strategies—it’s about creating the right conditions for students to deeply under...
244. Are You Making This Mistake in Your Comprehension Instruction? (Part 1)
If you’ve ever wondered why your students can master comprehension skills one week but struggle the next, you’re not alone. Many upper elementary teac...
243. Intervention Strategies for Struggling Readers with Shannon Moore
Supporting struggling readers can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re not sure where to start or how to make the most of your intervention time....
242. Dear Stellar Teacher: How can I take personal days without feeling guilty or overwhelmed?
Taking personal days as a teacher can feel complicated. Between the guilt, the prep work, and the fear of falling behind, many educators avoid taking...
241. The Secret to Expanding Students’ Vocabulary (Without More Word Lists!)
If you’re looking for a more effective way to help your students expand their vocabulary—without relying on endless word lists—this episode is for you...
240. Are You Ignoring Fluency? How It’s Impacting Your Students’ Reading Success
If you’ve ever wondered whether fluency instruction still matters in upper elementary, this episode is for you! Many teachers assume fluency is someth...
239. 7 Research-Backed Strategies for Reading Success with Lindsay Kemeny
If you’re on a journey to align your instruction with the science of reading, this episode is a must-listen! Today, I’m sitting down with educator, li...
238. Dear Stellar Teacher, How Can I Reach My Goals Without Feeling Overwhelmed?
Teaching is full of big goals, high expectations, and never-ending to-do lists—but what if you could make meaningful progress without feeling overwhel...
237. Reciprocal Teaching: A Research-Backed Approach to Stronger Readers
If you’re looking for a structured, research-backed approach to improving your students’ reading comprehension, this episode is for you. We’re diving...
236. Why Read-Alouds Still Matter: Research-Backed Benefits for Every Learner with Molly Ness
Have you ever wondered if read-alouds still belong in a Science of Reading-aligned classroom? As we dive deeper into research-based literacy practices...
235. 3 Powerful Routines to Boost Reading Comprehension in Your Classroom
Are your students struggling to fully understand what they read? Teaching reading comprehension can be one of the most challenging parts of literacy i...