Route2Reading Podcast
1) Strengthening Early Writing Through Foundational Skills with Amy Siracusano
In this episode, we sit down with writing expert and longtime educator Amy Siracusano to unpack what early writing instruction should look like—and why so many teachers struggle with it. From handwrit...Show More
2) Tips and Tricks for Building Reading Fluency in Grade K- 2 with Jan Hasbrouck
In today's episode, I sit down with literacy legend Dr. Jan Hasbrouck — researcher, author, consultant, and co-creator of the widely used Oral Reading Fluency (ORF) norms. Known for her unmatched expe...Show More
3) Writing Your Own Decodables with Brooke Vitale: Turning Research Into Engaging Stories
Have you ever wondered what it takes to write your own decodable books—or how to make them both phonics-aligned and fun to read? In this episode of the Route2Reading Podcast, Amie sits down with Brook...Show More
4) 6 Common Mistakes Teachers Make with Decodable Texts (and How to Fix Them)
Are you using decodable books the right way? In this episode, we’re breaking down six of the most common mistakes teachers make with decodable texts—and how to fix them. You’ll learn how to align book...Show More
5) Morphology Made Easy: Building Word Power in K- 2 with Michelle and Sarah
What if I told you morphology isn’t too advanced for young readers—it’s actually the missing piece that makes decoding, spelling, and vocabulary stick? In this episode, I’m joined by two of my favorit...Show More
6) Beyond the Rules: Teaching Syllables with Flexibility with Savannah Campbell
Syllables can feel “big” or confusing—but they don’t have to be. In this episode, I chat with reading specialist Savannah Campbell (Campbell Creates Readers) about how to make syllable instruction cle...Show More
7) How to Implement the Science of Reading with Young Learners
In this episode, I’m excited to share a conversation I originally had on the Triple R Teaching Podcast with Anna Geiger (The Measured Mom). Together, we dive into my book Literacy Unlocked: How to Imp...Show More
8) Why Language is the Heart of Literacy with Susan Lambert
In this episode of Literacy Unlocked, I’m joined by Susan Lambert, host of the Science of Reading: The Podcast by Amplify, to dig into one of the most essential—and often overlooked—components of read...Show More
9) Letter Sounds That Stick: 8 Research Backed Strategies that Actually Work
In today’s episode, Amie breaks down eight essential, research-backed strategies for teaching letter sounds in ways that are practical, effective, and rooted in the science of reading. These aren’t tr...Show More
10) Teaching the Alphabet with Intention: Dr. Shayne Piasta
In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Shayne Piasta — a developmental psychologist, early literacy researcher, and professor at The Ohio State University. Her work has deeply influenced how...Show More