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In Part 3 of the 'Teaching Reading in the First Year of School' podcast, literacy education expert Diane Snowball emphasises that all reading models include comprehension and vocabulary, but many schools overly focus on phonics, neglecting these crucial elements. She gives examples of teaching comprehension, stressing that reading strategies should be varied and explicit, supporting the development of well-rounded readers. Di advocates for a balanced approach to teaching reading, integrating phonics with comprehension, vocabulary, and other strategies to ensure children become proficient, thoughtful readers.

In Part 2 of our podcast series on “Teaching Reading in the First Year of School”, literacy expert Diane Snowball discusses the importance of developing a rich language and vocabulary foundation in the first year of school.
Key strategies include regular read-aloud sessions with diverse texts, both fiction and non-fiction, to build comprehension skills and background knowledge. Emphasis is placed on choosing engaging and varied literature, fostering a love for reading through shared reading experiences, and explicitly teaching comprehension strategies such as inferring and understanding cohesive ties. Repeated reading and activities like Reader's Theatre are recommended to enhance fluency and expression.

In this series of podcasts "Teaching Reading in the First Year of School," expert literacy educator Diane Snowball discusses the components of a comprehensive reading curriculum for young learners.
Across the series Diane emphasises the importance of all of these components of reading: phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics, morphemic awareness, high-frequency words, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Diane highlights the significance of motivation and enjoyment in reading. She also discusses instructional strategies like Read Aloud, Shared Reading, Independent Reading, Interactive Writing, and Language Experience.
Diane stresses the need for teachers to understand each child's unique experiences and abilities to tailor their teaching effectively.

In this podcast episode, Genevieve Kruyssen discusses "The Wombat Who Fell in Love with the Sky" by Tylissa Elisara, highlighting its setting on Kangaroo Island. The story follows Wurtu, a wombat on an epic journey. Genevieve appreciates the rich, inviting language and the book’s ability to engage readers. She mentions other books like "Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures" and "Millie Mak the Maker," praising their storytelling and emotional depth, making them excellent choices for young readers, teachers and families.

During the podcast "Invitation to New Books," we introduce Genevieve Kruyssen from Brisbane's "Where the Wild Things Are" bookshop. Genevieve discusses a curated collection of children's books, ranging from engaging picture books to middle-grade novels. Highlights include "Good Night, Good Beach" for its rhythmic narrative, "Two Turtles" for its playful tone and illustrations, and the "Big Book of Australian Nursery Rhymes" for its Australian context. Genevieve emphasises the importance of storytelling and the unique perspectives offered by these books.

Welcome to our podcast series, "High Impact Strategies for Struggling Readers, Years 3 to 6." Today, in Part 7, we discuss paired reading, a one-on-one method proven to help students needing tailored interventions. Previously, we covered reading workshops, book selection, and read-aloud sessions.
Paired reading, developed by Keith Topping, involves an adult reading alongside a student to boost reading skills and confidence. This structured, supportive process is especially effective for decoding, fluency, and motivation. Regular sessions foster a love for reading and build overall confidence.