When Parents Say, "They Just Memorized the Book"

from Let's Talk, Teacher to Teacher With Dr. Gina Pepin · host Gina Pepin, Ed.D.

Send us Fan MailEver hear, “He’s not really reading—he just memorized it”? In this episode, Dr. Gina Pepin reframes memorization as an essential step in early literacy. From print awareness to story structure and fluency, those “memorized” books aren’t fake reading—they’re the spark that builds confident, joyful readers.Check out more resources at www.ginapepin.comSupport the show

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