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The Science of Reading FormulaAuthor: Malia Hollowell
Welcome to The Science of Reading Formula, the podcast that helps you simplify reading instruction, save time, and support every students successwithout feeling like youre running on empty.Im Malia Hollowella National Board Certified Teacher, author, and founder of Playdough to Plato. Over the past 20 years, Ive honed my craft, combining science-backed practices with practical solutions to meet the real challenges educators face every day.Each episode dives into essential pillars of teaching success:Smart strategies to meet the needs of every student without adding extra stress to your plate.Honest conversations and tips to tackle teacher burnout and find a balance between school and home life.Science-backed practices that actually worksaving you time and boosting student results.Practical tips to streamline your planning and free up time for what matters most.This is your space to find encouragement, expert insights, and actionable ideas to create a classroom (and life) that works for you. Lets get started! Language: en-us Genres: Courses, Education, How To Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Fan Favorite- The Best Order to Teach Phonics Skills
Episode 31
Monday, 29 December, 2025
Teaching phonics can feel overwhelming, but having a clear, step-by-step sequence makes all the difference! In this episode, we’ll break down the best order to teach phonics skills, so your students build strong reading foundations with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the science of reading, this progression will help you support every learner at their own pace.In this episode, we’ll talk about:The first phonics skills students need to master.How to move students up the “phonics ladder” step by step.The importance of word families, digraphs, blends, and more.Practical strategies for teaching each skill effectively.Show LinksPhonics Cheat SheetPrintable Step by Step Phonics Lesson PlansJoin Malia on Instagram.Become a Science of Reading Formula member!Rate, Review, and FollowIf you loved this episode, please take a minute to rate and review my show! That helps the podcast world know that this show is worth sharing with other educators just like you.Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review". Then let me know what you loved most about the episode!While you're there, be sure to follow the podcast. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and I don't want you to miss out!
