Why I Wrote Literacy Unlocked — And Why It's the Book I Wish I Had as a New Teacher

In this heartfelt episode, Amie Burkholder takes you behind the scenes of her new book, Literacy Unlocked. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the nonstop buzz around the Science of Reading or unsure how to turn research into real-life instruction, this episode is for you. Amie walks through each chapter of the book, sharing how Literacy Unlocked bridges the gap between research and classroom practice — one step, one strategy, and one student at a time. You'll hear stories, classroom examples, and why this book is packed with not just knowledge, but tools you can use tomorrow. Whether you're a K–2 teacher, a literacy coach, an interventionist, or a parent looking for clarity, Literacy Unlocked was written with you in mind.   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE