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Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers

by Sara Marye, Literacy Teacher, Elementary Teacher

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329: Are You Falling for These 5 Writing Instruction Myths?

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328: Small Group Behavior Management: What to Do With the Rest of Your Class

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Have you ever sat down to teach a small group only to realize you’re spending half your attention wondering what the rest of your class is doing? Maybe students are interrupting you with questions. Someone is suddenly wandering around the…
327: What Should the Rest of Your Class Do During Small Groups?

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Episode 327: What Should the Rest of Your Class Do During Small Groups?You’ve planned an intentional lesson for the students at your small group table—but then comes the other question: What should the rest of your class be doing while you…
326: Making Small Group Instruction More Effective with Dr. Julia Lindsey

September 28, 2026 · 52 min

Small group instruction is a regular part of many literacy blocks—but what actually makes a small group effective? And do you really need to meet with every student every day? In this episode, Emily is joined by Dr. Julia Lindsey to…
325: The Real Purpose of Small Group Instruction

September 21, 2026 · 13 min

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324: 6 Small Group Mistakes We Made as Classroom Teachers

September 14, 2026 · 21 min

Small group instruction can be one of the most powerful parts of your literacy block—but it can also be one of the hardest to figure out. In this episode, Sara and Emily are bringing back our Dear Stellar Teacher style episodes and sharing…
323: Putting MTSS into Practice in Your Literacy Classroom

September 7, 2026 · 13 min

What does MTSS actually look like in your upper elementary literacy classroom? Understanding the tiers is one thing, but knowing what instruction should look like at Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 can feel much more complicated. In this…
[Listen Again]: The 3 Steps to Take This School Year If You’re Always Saying “I Wish I Had More Time”

August 31, 2026 · 29 min

[Listen Again] The one thing teachers wish they could have more of is time. Time to plan, time to teach, time to make copies, and time to have fun with their students. The day goes by so quickly that it’s hard to fit everything in, but one…
322: How to Support Struggling Readers Without Neglecting the Rest of Your Class

August 27, 2026 · 24 min

If you have a handful of students who need intensive phonics intervention, a few who are reading well above grade level, and everyone else somewhere in the middle, you might be wondering: How am I supposed to meet all of these needs…
[Listen Again] Dear Stellar Teacher: Our Phonics and Intervention Confessions (and What We Would Do Differently!)

August 24, 2026 · 21 min

[Listen Again] We’re bringing back this episode because it’s just too good not to share again! As we continue talking about supporting struggling readers, this conversation feels just as relevant today. If you missed it the first time—or…
321: Differentiation vs. Intervention: What's the Difference?

August 20, 2026 · 13 min

Episode 321: Differentiation vs. Intervention: What’s the Difference? Raise your hand if you have a struggling reader in your classroom. Now, keep your hand raised if you've ever wondered: Am I actually giving this student the support they…
320: A Simple Framework for Your Tier 1 Literacy Instruction

August 17, 2026 · 11 min

Episode 320: A Simple Framework for Your Tier 1 Literacy Instruction When students are struggling with reading, it's easy to immediately start thinking about intervention and small groups. But before we add more intervention, it's…

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About the show

Welcome to The Stellar Teacher Podcast! We believe teaching literacy is a skill. It takes time, practice, and support to become the literacy teacher you want to be. This podcast will help you level up your literacy instruction, build your confidence, and make a meaningful impact with your students—all while having a little fun along the way! Hosted by Sara Marye and The Stellar Teacher team, this podcast brings together literacy specialists and educators who are passionate about helping upper elementary teachers feel more confident and effective in their literacy instruction. Together, we’re committed to sharing high-quality, no-fluff strategies, resources, and ideas that are practical, research-informed, and easy to bring into your classroom. Each week, Sara, the Stellar Teacher team, and special guests share their knowledge, tips, and practical strategies to help you strengthen your literacy instruction and support your students in becoming confident, capable readers and writers. For printable and digital literacy resources, head to stellarteacher.com. Connect with us on Instagram @thestellarteachercompany.