Why I Wrote Literacy Unlocked — And Why It’s the Book I Wish I Had as a New Teacher
In this heartfelt episode, Amie Burkholder takes you behind the scenes of her new book, Literacy Unlocked. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the nonstop buzz around the Science of Reading or unsure how to turn research into real-life instruction, this episode is for you.
Amie walks through each chapter of the book, sharing how Literacy Unlocked bridges the gap between research and classroom practice — one step, one strategy, and one student at a time. You’ll hear stories, classroom examples, and why this book is packed with not just knowledge, but tools you can use tomorrow.
Whether you’re a K–2 teacher, a literacy coach, an interventionist, or a parent looking for clarity, Literacy Unlocked was written with you in mind.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why reading instruction feels so overwhelming — and what to do about it
What’s inside each chapter of Literacy Unlocked
How the book’s free Resource Hub brings the learning to life
Why this book is the practical, research-backed guide every reading teacher deserves
Grab the Book + Bonuses:
🔓 Get Literacy Unlocked + Access the Free Resource Hub
Connect with Amie:
📸 Instagram: @literacyedventures
🖥️ Website: literacyedventures.com
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