Free Live Training

Understanding the Science of Reading Through Child-Led Play

Have you been hearing about the Science of Reading and wondering what exactly it has to do with you? Do you worry that you're not "doing enough" to ensure your 3-5 year olds have foundational literacy skills?

Get answers to these questions and more, with host, Laura Shea of Little Stories That Stick & the podcast Stories That Stick. Join for an exclusive 1 hour training on September 1st at 11am EST.

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In this LIVE training . . .

I will answer your questions about the Science of Reading and more.

I will guide you through understanding the 5 components of the science of reading and what it looks like in practice for preschoolers. 

I will show the direct correlation between child-led play and literacy development. 

I will make it possible for you to trust that children are developing foundational literacy skills even when they are not doing worksheets, flashcards, read alouds, and other teacher directed activities.

What you'll learn

Overview of Science of Reading

Get clarity the 5 elements of structured literacy.

Explicit Instruction

What it is and when you need to do it.

Incidental Teaching

How to harness the power of "teachable moments."

The Active View of Reading

Find out how self regulation and motivation relate to reading.

Practical Ideas

Lots of suggestions on ways to support literacy through play.

Are you ready?

I will remind you that literacy isn’t confined to the pages of a book or the drills of a worksheet. I will show you how literacy is woven into the fabric of children’s play.

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Benefits of attending this FREE 1 hour training

  • gain confidence in trusting what you are already doing (or get permission to let go of things that aren't working)
  • enhance communication with families, colleagues, and stakeholders about children's literacy development
  • learn practical strategies to promote literacy skills in child-led environments
  • BONUS: receive a PD certificate and documentation templates to use in Canva 

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration will close on August 30th, and spots are limited!

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Meet your host, Laura Shea

Laura is a seasoned educator with 15 years of experience in public school preschool and kindergarten settings. With a Masters Degree in Teaching Reading and serving as an adjunct professor at City University of Seattle, she is deeply passionate about the Science of Reading. As an author of decodable texts and a skilled storyteller, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this training session.

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