Teaching Unscripted

This is the first in a two-part series featuring a conversation with three secondary educators on how AI is reshaping classroom practice.Dennis and Kristina, co-authors of AI in the Writing W...

In the third installment of our three-part series, Jen Serravallo shares how her work in The Reading Strategies Book 2.0 empowers educators to deliver differentiated reading instruction. This...

The Heinemann blog, podcast, and newsletter is now Teaching Unscripted! We're excited to deliver high-quality professional development content in smaller bite-sized formats to give teachers t...

In this first episode of a three-part series, Brett sits down with Jennifer Serravallo to unpack the evolving definition of the Science of Reading (SOR) and to explore the decades of science ...

Can your students spot misinformation before it spreads?In 5 Questions for Any Text, educator and author Marilyn Pryle shares a practical framework to help students read more critically in to...

Every day students scroll past hundreds of headlines, posts, and videos. How do they know what to trust?In 5 Questions for Any Text, educator and author Marilyn Pryle offers a practical frame...

Welcome to The AI Conversation for Educators, A Heinemann Podcast Series hosted by Meenoo Rami. This series for teachers explores how generative AI is transforming teachin...

Today we are remembering our dear friend and colleague, Dr Kylene Beers. Heinemann is deeply saddened by the passing of Kylene Beers. Kylene's 46-year career has had a significant impact acro...

Today we are playing an excerpt from a series called "Writing as Healing". This series was a collaboration with author Liz Prather.In this episode she's in conversation with Willie Carver, wh...

In this episode, I'm joined by Jennifer Lempp, author of Math Workshop, and Sue O'Connell, co-author of Math by the Book. Together, they share how these two powerful resources can work hand i...

In this episode, Berit Gordon dives into the real challenges facing new teachers. A longtime educator in New York City public schools, and author of The New Teacher Handbook: 110 Strategies t...

Today we have another episode in Berit Gordon's series Tips for New Teachers. In this episode, she tackles the challenges of balancing the never-ending tasks and pacing units to finish the ye...

In part two of our special three-part series on AI in the writing workshop, hosted by author and longtime educator Kelly Gallagher, we focus on the rules of using AI in the writing process an...

Are you an English teacher wondering how AI can enhance your classroom? In this episode, we explore the role of AI as a writing partner for students.Join author and educator Kelly Gallagher a...

Berit Gordon is back this week with her tips for new teachers. In this brief yet powerful episode, she talks about spending a few minutes outside of class, observing and engaging with student...

In this episode, Joseph Rodriguez, author of Youth Scribes, and secondary educator Kristen Biancuzzo, explore how writing classrooms can be spaces where personal experiences shape authentic m...

Asset-based and culturally competent pedagogies are a way to bring in a student's lived experiences and build more interest-based appeal that can help make our teaching more meaningful to stu...

Today, we revisit an episode from 2019. My colleague is joined by Amy Lucenta and Grace Kelemanik. Amy and Grace are co-authors of Routines for Reasoning: Fostering the Mathematical Practices...

Today we have another episode in Berit Gordon's series, "Tips for New Teachers", and today she discusses simple yet powerful strategies to build positive relationships with students who take ...

Today's episode is an excerpt from a live stream with Edmund Adjapong, author of the forthcoming book, Teach Like An MC, Hip-Hop Pedagogy in the K-12 Classroom. Dr. Adjapong delves into the o...

Now more than ever, students need the skills to critically think about the texts they encounter. Today we have Marilyn Pryle on the podcast. Her newest book, 5 Questions for Any Text: Critica...

By mid-year, the energy of the new school year can feel like a distant memory, leaving students, educators, and administrators disconnected and drained. But this season also offers the perfec...

Have you ever found yourself staring at your alarm clock, desperate for a day to just hit pause, maybe to catch up on sleep, tackle the mountain of laundry, or just breathe. In this episode, ...

By mid-year, the spark of a new school year may feel distant, yet it's the perfect time to revisit the strength of connection and the power of community in sustaining educators through challe...

January can feel like a tough stretch. While the world celebrates a new beginning, educators return to the same school year. The spark of August has dimmed, daylight is fleeting, and here in ...

Today we are revisiting part of a conversation between Heinemann author, Andrea Honigsfeld and educator Pam Schwallier. From breaking down outdated labels to embracing an asset-based approach...

Today we revisit a conversation between Shamari Reid and Brett. They dive into the essential work of humanizing education and educators, and discuss why true connection requires us to face th...

Today we are revisiting part of a conversation between Heinemann authors Penny Kittle and Kelly Gallagher. They share their insights on overcoming student disengagement through authentic book...

Today, we'll hear an excerpt from author Shamari Reid's, "Humans Who..." YouTube series. In this series, Shamari joins some of the top educators and authors in the country to discuss the huma...

Today we'll hear an excerpt from author Shamari Reid's "Humans Who... " YouTube series. In this series, Shamari joins some of the top educators and authors in the county to discuss the humani...

Today, we bring you a new episode from Berit Gordon's year-long series for new or newer teachers on the Heinemann Podcast. Berit, author of The Joyful Teacher: Strategies for Becoming the Tea...

Today on the Heinemann Podcast, Kelly Gallagher, author of To Read Stuff You Have to Know Stuff, explores the challenges of fake reading, the effects of distraction addiction, and practical w...

Today we hear from Joseph Rodríguez, author of the new book, Youth Scribes: Teaching A Love of Writing. Joseph is a dedicated teacher from Austin, Texas who shares his unique approach to enga...

Join us today on the Heinemann podcast as we hear from author and teacher Marilyn Pryle about the crucial role of English teachers in today's world. She shares her journey of uncovering the s...

In this episode, we explore the Math Workshop model with Jennifer Lempp and Skip Tyler, authors of the brand new book Math Workshop, 6-12: Five Steps to Implementing a Student-Centered Learni...

Today, we have the second episode in Berit Gordon's year-long series for new, or newer teachers, here on the Heinemann Podcast. Berit is the author of the book, The Joyful Teacher: Strategies...

In the third and final episode of Engaging Reluctant Learners our three guest educators take a close look at engagement. They explore what engagement really looks like in the classroom and me...

This week we have part two of Engaging Reluctant Learners, Reducing Classroom Anxiety. In this episode, Kelly, Maria and Jennifer dive into the critical role of the nervous system in student ...

This week on the podcast, we start our three-part series, Engaging Reluctant Learners. Kelly Boswell, Maria Nichols and Jennifer Lempp are three educators who came together over their shared ...

Today we'll hear an excerpt from Heinemann author Shamari Reid's Humans Who YouTube series. In this series, Shamari joins some of the top educators and authors in the country to discuss the h...

Today, Berit Gordon kicks off her year-long series for new or newer teachers here on the Heinemann Podcast. Berit is the author of the book, The Joyful Teacher: Strategies for Becoming the Te...

Today, we delve into the challenges faced by elementary math teachers and explore strategies for fostering mathematical thinking and understanding. Joining us is math educator and coach Sue O...

In today's episode, we hear from educator and author Kelly Gallagher, whose new book To Read Stuff You Have to Know Stuff is out now. Discover why background knowledge isn't just about being ...

Writing can feel like an insurmountable challenge, whether it's a simple email or a complex essay. This episode dives into the heart of writing anxiety and explores how it affects our student...

In today's episode, we dive into an excerpt from the audiobook, Literacy's Democratic Roots by Tom Newkirk, which focuses on the powerful concept of funds of knowledge. This term coined by Lu...

In this episode, we explore the pitfalls of reading incentives and how they can undermine intrinsic motivation and create a culture of winners and losers. Instead, discover how to build a sup...

In this episode, we'll explore supporting multilingual language learners with a tool called community asset mapping. This tool is a great way to start the year off and brings into focus how f...

On the commute this morning, Penny Kittle and Kelly Gallagher explore how personalized and student-driven reading experiences can cultivate a deep appreciation for literature. In this excerpt...

Are you in your first five years of teaching? Are you wondering if your current school is the right fit for you?In today's episode, Patrick Harris, author of The First Five: A Love Letter to ...

In this episode, Kelly Boswell focuses on finding the balance between conventions and creativity. In this excerpt from her audiobook, Every Kid a Writer, Kelly helps us understand the importa...