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[Listen Again] Why Every Literacy Block Needs Read-Alouds with Molly Ness
About this episode
Dr. Molly Ness discusses the importance of read-alouds in upper elementary classrooms and their benefits in literacy education.
Are read-alouds still worth making time for in an upper elementary classroom? According to literacy researcher and author Dr. Molly Ness—they absolutely are. In this episode, we dive into the research-backed benefits of read-alouds and why they still play an essential role in a Science of Reading-aligned literacy block. From building vocabulary and background knowledge to increasing engagement and comprehension, Dr. Ness shares practical insights teachers can immediately apply in their classrooms. If you’ve ever questioned whether read-alouds are “enough” academically, this conversation will remind you just how powerful they can be.
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