The Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy

By: Cue Learning Apiro Media
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  • The Teacher’s Tool Kit For Literacy is the free podcast for motivated teachers and school leaders who want the latest tips, tricks and tools to inspire their students and school community in literacy learning. Literacy expert and co-founder of Cue Learning Sharon Callen and special expert guests provide practical literacy insights that you can apply in the classroom today. At Cue Learning, our literacy specialists draw on over 30 years of teaching and international consulting experience to deliver world-class learning solutions. We equip, empower and support teachers to become their authentic selves, using the fullness of the Australian curriculum. To find out about upcoming webinars, and about how Cue can help you and your school, visit http://www.cuelearning.com.au/. And you can get even more amazing teaching resources, right now, at https://www.teachific.com.au/. To make sure you don’t miss any literacy learning tips and insights, please subscribe to our show on your favourite podcast player. Produced by Apiro Media https://apiropodcasts.com
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  • Part 2: The Essential Classroom Setup in 2025

    Part 2: The Essential Classroom Setup in 2025
    Dec 8 2024
    In this engaging episode of The Teacher's Toolkit for Literacy, Sharon Callen explores how to establish a thriving literacy environment for the year ahead. With her hallmark blend of enthusiasm and expertise, Sharon shares actionable insights to help teachers create purposeful, connected, and engaging spaces for students to learn and grow.Sharon begins by emphasising the importance of seamless literacy routines, offering a roadmap for integrating key tools like the writer’s notebook, reading journal, classroom library, and word walls. She highlights the Teachific platform, showcasing its curated resources, including grade-specific literacy units designed to launch reading and writing workshops with ease. Sharon illustrates how these routines can evolve into meaningful learning experiences, emphasising the natural connection between reading and writing to foster deeper engagement.The conversation dives into practical resources, including sample spelling planners and a comprehensive spelling scope and sequence, ensuring teachers have the scaffolding needed for consistent word work. Sharon underscores the value of linking spelling to the processes of reading and writing, empowering students to transfer word knowledge across contexts.The episode also celebrates the art of the read-aloud, a daily ritual Sharon champions for its role in teaching reading strategies, expanding vocabulary, and nurturing comprehension. From selecting the perfect chapter books for younger readers to spotlighting captivating texts like The Fox and the Ghost King by Michael Morpurgo, Sharon shares tips for building a library that excites and inspires.Finally, Sharon explores transformative assessment strategies, including conferring and the groundbreaking Listening to Reading, Watching While Writing Protocol. This episode is a treasure trove for educators seeking a confident, connected start to the literacy year. Tune in for tools, inspiration, and a wealth of practical advice!READ THE BLOG HEREJOIN TEACHIFIC NOW AND SAVE!Join Teachific today. Access thousands of resources and a growing number of 'anytime' courses within your membership.FURTHER INFORMATIONTune in to "Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy," a free podcast where accomplished literacy educator Sharon Callen and her team share valuable insights and tips. With over 30 years of experience, they provide strategic learning solutions to empower teachers and leaders worldwide. Subscribe on your favourite platform for exclusive literacy learning content. Apple, Spotify, Google, YouTubeRead our insightful blogs, which make valuable connections between resources, podcasts and courses.Visit our Cue Learning website and sign up for the Teacher's Toolkit Weekly newsletter to stay updated on resources, events and discover how Cue can support you and your school.Explore Teachific, our vast collection of PDF resources, to enhance your teaching toolkit. And get even more support from our growing number of 'anytime' online courses.Connect with the latest news and other educators by joining our Teacher's Toolkit Facebook groupExplore upcoming live or online webinar eventsHave questions or feedback? Reach out to us directly at admin@cuelearning.com.au
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    29 mins
  • Part 1: The Essential Classroom Setup in 2025

    Part 1: The Essential Classroom Setup in 2025
    Dec 1 2024
    In this engaging podcast episode, Sharon Callen delves into the essential tools every teacher needs to kickstart a literacy-rich classroom for a successful year. She emphasises that creating a learning environment isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about equipping students with tools that inspire curiosity, agency, and growth. Sharon introduces five transformative strategies: Classroom Libraries, Reading Journals, Quick Writes, Writer’s Notebooks, and Word Walls, highlighting their practical impact on fostering lifelong reading and writing habits.The Power of Classroom LibrariesA vibrant classroom library is more than a collection of books—it’s the heartbeat of literacy learning. With research showing that students in classrooms with libraries read 50% more, Sharon discusses how a diverse and inviting library fuels a love for reading. She provides tips on curating “tantalising texts” and designing cosy spaces that encourage exploration.Reading Journals: Documenting GrowthSharon describes Reading Journals as personal spaces for students to reflect on their reading journeys. From tracking books to responding creatively to literature, these journals build ownership and motivation. Tailored for different ages, they are also a treasure trove of insights for teachers into students’ preferences and progress.Quick Writes: Unleashing CreativityQuick Writes offer students the freedom to write without fear, boosting fluency and creativity in just 5–10 minutes. Sharon explains how playful prompts and low-pressure environments transform reluctant writers into confident ones, helping them generate ideas for future writing projects.Writer’s Notebooks: A Home for WritingA Writer’s Notebook becomes a sanctuary for student writing, fostering revision and experimentation. Sharon encourages frequent publishing and demonstrates how tools like margins and dual-page setups help students refine their craft over time.Word Walls: Anchoring VocabularyFor younger learners, alphabetical Word Walls offer accessible vocabulary support, while Personal Word Walls empower older students to curate meaningful words. Sharon shares tips for integrating Word Walls seamlessly into classroom routines.Each strategy is a cornerstone of a supportive literacy classroom, cultivating a culture of joy and purpose. Sharon encourages teachers to implement these tools early, ensuring 2025 is a year filled with growth and creativity for all learners. Stay tuned for four more strategies in Part 2.READ THE BLOG HEREJOIN TEACHIFIC NOW AND SAVE!Join Teachific today. Access thousands of resources and a growing number of 'anytime' courses within your membership.FURTHER INFORMATIONTune in to "Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy," a free podcast where accomplished literacy educator Sharon Callen and her team share valuable insights and tips. With over 30 years of experience, they provide strategic learning solutions to empower teachers and leaders worldwide. Subscribe on your favourite platform for exclusive literacy learning content. Apple, Spotify, Google, YouTubeRead our insightful blogs, which make valuable connections between resources, podcasts and courses.Visit our Cue Learning website and sign up for the Teacher's Toolkit Weekly newsletter to stay updated on resources, events and discover how Cue can support you and your school.Explore Teachific, our vast collection of PDF resources, to enhance your teaching toolkit. And get even more support from our growing number of 'anytime' online courses.Connect with the latest news and other educators by joining our Teacher's Toolkit Facebook groupExplore upcoming live or online webinar eventsHave questions or feedback? Reach out to us directly at admin@cuelearning.com.au
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    32 mins
  • Part 3: The Importance of Teaching Comprehension, F-2 with Diane Snowball

    Part 3: The Importance of Teaching Comprehension, F-2 with Diane Snowball
    Nov 24 2024
    Unlocking the Joy of Comprehension in Early LiteracyIn this inspiring episode, literacy expert Diane Snowball delves into the transformative power of teaching comprehension in the foundational years (F-2). She underscores that comprehension is not just about understanding words but unlocking meaning, purpose, and the joy of reading. Diane shares practical strategies for educators and parents to nurture confident, thoughtful readers who engage deeply with texts.Diane begins by celebrating the enduring value of reading aloud, even as children become independent readers. She emphasises its role in modelling comprehension strategies like questioning, predicting, and visualising, and turning shared reading sessions into opportunities for rich discussion and wonder. Parents, she notes, can keep reading enjoyable and purposeful by focusing on open-ended questions such as, “What are you picturing as I read?”Choosing the right books is another cornerstone. Diane encourages educators and families to explore curated recommendations from trusted sources like Trevor Cairney’s blog and specialist bookstores. A mix of engaging fiction and nonfiction builds diverse comprehension skills and exposes children to text features like headings and diagrams.In classrooms, Diane highlights the importance of integrating comprehension strategies naturally rather than teaching them in isolation. From inferring character motives in I Want My Hat Back to using nonfiction visuals for deeper understanding, the strategies come alive when applied authentically. She also champions teaching text structures, such as recognising the sequence in a recipe or the narrative arc in a story, to build confidence in approaching varied texts.Diane concludes with a call to action for educators, families, and policymakers to prioritise access to quality books and teacher training. By working together, we can ensure every child discovers the magic and power of reading.Takeaway for Teachers: Embrace comprehension as a joyful, meaningful practice. How will you spark curiosity and connection in your readers this week? Share your reflections!READ THE BLOG HERERESOURCESDuke, Nell K., Ward, Alessandra, E. and Pearson, P. David. (2021) The Science of Reading Comprehension Instruction.Duke, Nell K. And The Science of Reading Progresses: Communicating Advances Beyond the Simple View of ReadingKambach, Anna Elizabeth and Mesmer, Heidi Anne. (2024) Comprehension for Emergent Readers: Revisiting the Reading Rope.Melissa and Lori Love Literacy Podcast, Episode 66: Re-thinking the Reading Rope with Nell Duke.Science of Reading: The Podcast, Season 3, Episode 10: Deconstructing the Rope: Language structures with Kate Cain.Sedita, J. (2020, May 16). Syntactic awareness: Teaching sentence structure (part 1). Keys to LiteracyTimothy Rasinski - Fluency RubricTrevor Cairney BlogTEACHIFICTeaching Comprehension, F-2 Quick GuideTeaching Comprehension, F-2 Comprehensive GuidePicture Books to Read Aloud to F-2 StudentsJOIN TEACHIFIC NOW AND SAVE!Join Teachific today. Access thousands of resources and a growing number of 'anytime' courses within your membership.FURTHER INFORMATIONTune in to "Teacher's Tool Kit For Literacy," a free podcast where accomplished literacy educator Sharon Callen and her team share valuable insights and tips. With over 30 years of experience, they provide strategic learning solutions to empower teachers and leaders worldwide. Subscribe on your favourite platform for exclusive literacy learning content. Apple, Spotify, Google, YouTubeRead our insightful blogs, which make valuable connections between resources, podcasts and courses.Visit our Cue Learning website and sign up for the Teacher's Toolkit Weekly newsletter to stay updated on resources, events and discover how Cue can support you and your school.Explore Teachific, our vast collection of PDF resources, to enhance your teaching toolkit. And get even more support from our growing number of 'anytime' online courses.Connect with the latest news and other educators by joining our Teacher's Toolkit Facebook groupExplore upcoming live or online webinar eventsHave questions or feedback? Reach out to us directly at admin@cuelearning.com.au
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    38 mins

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