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Feb 8, 2026 29 min

The Day We Taught Reading

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In this episode, we’re sharing the heart behind teaching children to read—our favorite books from childhood, the joy of reading to our own kids, and our favorite parts of teaching reading, from phonics and phonemic awareness to comprehension and reciprocal teaching. We explore how each step helps students grow into confident, thoughtful readers.Teaching reading is more than a skill—it’s connection, imagination, and opens doors to a lifetime of learning.

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In this episode, we nerd out (with heart) over teaching kids to read—sharing our favorite childhood books, the joy of reading with our own kids, and why phonics, comprehension, and reciprocal teaching deserve a standing ovation. Because teaching reading isn’t just about skills—it’s about connection, imagination, and unlocking a lifetime of “wait…one more chapter.” 📚✨

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