Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom Podcast by Teachers College Advancing Literacy

Episodes 6

Avg. Duration 42m

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Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (17)

Since Jan 2026

Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom is designed for families, caregivers, and educators who want to support young readers and writers at home. From early literacy to essay writing, AI tools to choosing great books, we're covering it all for PreK-12 students. Join us each month for a new episode where we'll explore practical strategies grounded in the latest research. Learn more about Teachers College Advancing Literacy at https://advancingliteracy.tc.columbia.edu/ .

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Practical and Positive Strategies to Support Grammar and Spelling Development

May 27, 2026 46m Transcript

In this episode of Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom, hosts Emily Smith, Amanda Hartman, and Kim Brooks — staff developers at Advancing Literacy at Teachers College, Columbia University —…

All the Places for Meaningful and Joyful Writing in the World: Journals, Letters, and Essays and More!

Apr 29, 2026 43m Transcript

In this episode of Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom, hosts Emily Smith and Amanda Hartman — staff developers at Advancing Literacy at Teachers College, Columbia University — explore the many…

Fostering a Love for Fiction Reading in Kids of All Ages

Mar 25, 2026 31m Transcript

In this episode of Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom, hosts Emily Smith and Kristin Smith — staff developers at Advancing Literacy at Teachers College, Columbia University — explore how…

What Does It Mean for a Book to be Decodable?: Recommendations for Reading with Your Beginning Readers

Feb 25, 2026 33m Transcript

What types of books should beginning readers spend time reading? In this episode of Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom, we dive into decodable books — what they are, why they matter for…

Welcome Families, Caregivers, Educators and Friends to Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom

Jan 28, 2026 59m Transcript

How can family members and caregivers support kids’ literacy development outside of school, beyond the classroom? In this introductory episode, Emily Butler Smith, Amanda Hartman and Natalie Louis…

Introducing Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom

Jan 26, 2026 0m Trailer

Introducing Advancing Literacy Beyond the Classroom – a new podcast series designed for families, caregivers, and educators who want to support young readers and writers at home.From early literacy…