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The Reading Symphony

by Katie Megrian

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Exposure Is Not Instruction: How Children Really Learn to Read | Kim Lockhart

October 13, 2026 · 52 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Kim Lockhart, literacy educator and teacher trainer, about why exposure alone isn't enough to teach children how to read - and how evidence-based instruction, oral…
How to Build Your Child’s Curiosity Through Science and Reading | Rudo Kashiri

October 7, 2026 · 30 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Rudo Kashiri, science educator, children’s book author, and former NASA educator, about how science, storytelling, and hands-on learning can help children develop stronger…
Why Literacy Instruction Must Be Explicit and Coherent | Dr. Jen O’Sullivan

September 30, 2026 · 57 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Dr. Jen O’Sullivan, education researcher and lecturer, about what effective reading instruction looks like beyond phonics - and why strong literacy teaching needs to…
Crafting Reading Minds | Dr. Melissa Orkin

September 23, 2026 · 50 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Dr. Melissa Orkin, educator and developmental psychologist, about dyslexia, structured literacy, reading fluency, and why the emotional side of learning matters. Melissa…
Why Writing Instruction Is Essential | Dr. Stephen Ciullo

September 14, 2026 · 46 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Dr. Stephen Ciullo, Professor of Education, about what effective writing instruction actually looks like - and why many students, particularly struggling writers and…

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Why Background Knowledge Is Essential for Reading Comprehension | Lauren Brown

September 3, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with longtime history educator and education consultant Lauren Brown about why knowledge matters for literacy - and why subjects like history and social studies shouldn't be…
What Do I Do When My Child Isn't Responding To Traditional Reading Interventions? | Dawn Jagannath

August 24, 2026 · 43 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with reading specialist Dawn Jagannath about what happens when struggling readers aren't responding to traditional reading interventions. They explore structured linguistic…
Don't Accept "They're doing fine" | Reading Assessments Every Parent Should Understand

August 3, 2026 · 16 min

Have you ever been told, "They're doing fine," even though you know your child is struggling to read? In this solo episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast, Katie Megrian explains how to understand your child's reading assessments, why…
How to Build "Word Wealth" | Sean Morrisey

July 4, 2026 · 34 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie welcomes Sean Morrisey, creator of the Word Mapping Project, for an engaging conversation about vocabulary instruction, morphology, the Science of Reading, and why building "word…
"Do No Harm" | Phyllis Hakeem

June 5, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie hosts Phyllis Hakeem, Professor of Education at Bay Path University, for a thought-provoking conversation about the science of reading, neuroscience, structured literacy, and why…
Rethinking Adolescent Literacy | Kate Crist

May 30, 2026 · 47 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie hosts Kate Crist, founder of Education 4500 and literacy consultant, to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing schools today: why so many students reach middle school and high…
The Importance of Teachers Supporting Teachers | Jaenine Cortazar Rodriguez

May 24, 2026 · 31 min

In this episode of The Reading Symphony Podcast... Katie talks with Jaenine Cortazar Rodriguez, literacy educator and co-founder of Boston Literacy Ladies, about why supporting teachers is essential to improving literacy instruction and…

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About the show

Hosted by Katie Megrian - literacy leader, former principal, and mom of two young readers - The Reading Symphony brings the science of reading to life for parents, teachers, and school leaders who want clarity, not confusion. Each episode blends research-based insight with real-world strategies for helping children thrive in reading, writing, and comprehension. From phonemic awareness and decoding to fluency, vocabulary, and background knowledge, Katie demystifies what great instruction looks like and how families can support it at home. You’ll hear from expert guests in literacy education, cognitive science, and classroom practice - along with relatable stories from parents navigating the journey right beside their kids. Whether you’re an educator implementing the Science of Reading, a school leader designing literacy PD, or a parent decoding report cards and assessments, this podcast is your roadmap to evidence-based reading success. Topics include: How children learn to read and why some struggle What to look for in a strong school literacy program The truth about reading assessments and progress reports Strategies to build fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension The role of knowledge building and background knowledge Advocacy tips for parents and educators Inspiring stories from classrooms and homes that got reading right