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Fun and addictive Cover art photo provided by Vanessa Ives on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@vanessaives
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In this podcast Ciera talks to you about bringing out your confidence in all areas of our life. Dream chasing, parenting, body image, health, money, relationships and so much more. Ciera covers it all. Get ready to stay confidently beautiful.
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The Literacy Lounge: Uncover the Magic of Reading Through Ciera Harris’ Guide to Building Comprehension
Ciera Harris, Literacy Specialist for Elementary Reading Teachers
Welcome to The Literacy Lounge! This is a podcast designed for elementary school teachers and homeschool parents on a mission to master the art of literacy instruction and cultivate a love of reading in students. Join your host, Ciera Harris, as she opens the door to a world of transformative teaching strategies that will make you a literacy champion in your classroom. Ciera and her guests will dive into topics such as The Science of Reading, the 5 components of reading (phonemic awareness, ...
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How can we best support our students with special needs inside the general education classroom when we don’t have a background in special education? Without training in special education, teachers often wonder how they can ensure their students with special needs are receiving the instruction and support they need. Dr. Chris Reeve is joining me tod…
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The demands on teachers seem to grow endlessly. There always seem to be curriculum changes, standardized testing, and all the challenges that have come along with the past few years. Teachers today are facing very high levels of exhaustion, stress, and burnout. So, what can we do to help prevent and manage this stress and burnout? Teacher burnout a…
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There are some common methods and practices for teaching reading that I don’t agree with. Now, I don’t say this to ruffle feathers but rather to challenge the status quo and make us think deeply about how we approach literacy education and how we can make the biggest impact on our students’ reading journeys. We all want to provide the best reading …
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We’ve all come across students who hate reading. These students, for whatever reason it may be, cannot see the power and joy that reading can bring. Thankfully, we are in a position to help these students see just how amazing reading can be. With the right steps and encouragement, we can transform these students into lifelong readers! In this episo…
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As an elementary teacher, I was always worried about whether I was doing a good enough job in preparing my students for the next level. I wanted to be a fly on the wall of their classrooms when they got to middle school to see if they were prepared. That is why I am so excited to have Caitlin Mitchell joining me today to share all about how element…
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One of the most powerful things you can do with your students inside the classroom is goal setting. It can help to drive motivation and focus and give your students the extra push they need intrinsically to meet the goals they have set for themselves. I know goal setting with your students can sound daunting, but it doesn’t need to be! Goal setting…
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How amazing is it to witness a student’s eyes beam with excitement when they are completely captivated by a story? The great thing is, by harnessing the power of read alouds, we can get our students excited about reading while also building background knowledge, modeling fluent reading, and so much more! Sara Soucy from The Colorful Apple joins us …
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A fresh, new year always brings a spark of possibility and positivity as I look forward to all the things I hope to accomplish in the year. And if you’re feeling anything like me, you are optimistic that 2024 is finally going to be a good year! I am so ready to make 2024 an amazing year! Are you with me? If you’re looking to elevate your teaching a…
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What if I told you there were simple strategies you could implement in your class that could elevate your instruction and be a total game changer for your students? Believe it or not, there are strategies that don’t require extra materials or extra prep but make a big impact. As we are heading into a new year, it’s a great time to start implementin…
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Are you looking for a simple yet impactful way to squeeze in a little professional development during the holiday break? I absolutely loved to use this time off to not only recharge but to binge a professional development book I knew I wouldn’t have time to read while in the classroom. Before diving into books, we typically like to know if they are…
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11. Emotional Intelligence and Reading Success: A Counselor's Perspective with Sara Cottrill-Carlo
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Have you ever had a student who regularly seemed stressed or anxious and was also struggling with academics? There is a strong connection between social-emotional well-being and academic success that is often overlooked. This is a huge reason that there is a strong push for social-emotional learning in schools right now. Professional school counsel…
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What exactly is comprehension in the context of reading? We know that comprehension is the core of literacy. And as teachers, understanding that comprehension is what connects phonemic awareness, phonics, vocab, and fluency together is crucial for effective literacy instruction. When it comes to improving your students' reading comprehension, even …
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We know that teaching vocabulary is crucial for students to comprehend texts, but the importance of expanding students' vocabulary goes far beyond understanding what they are reading in the classroom. Vocabulary in elementary education not only impacts comprehension but also how students engage with and understand the world. Explicitly teaching voc…
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Have you witnessed the transformation when a student turns from a hesitant or reluctant reader into a confident reader? It is truly an amazing thing to watch unfold before your eyes! The key to this transformation is the third component of literacy: Fluency! As teachers, we know that fluency is essential to being a successful reader. But what does …
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7. Elementary Essentials: How Phonemic Awareness & Phonics Shape Lifelong Readers with Kristina Harrill [The Fab 5 of Literacy Series]
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Phonics and phonemic awareness play a crucial role in our end goal of reading comprehension, and it is so important that our students are learning these foundational skills, regardless of their grade. But how can you fit phonemic awareness lessons into your already packed schedule? Kristina Harrill of Sweet for Kindergarten is joining us today to s…
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6. Deciphering the 5 Pillars: An In-Depth Look at the Components of Literacy [The Fab 5 of Literacy Series]
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Do you know the 5 components of literacy that all elementary teachers should be explicitly teaching every single day? These 5 literacy components are the building blocks that turn our students into lifelong, successful readers. Teaching the Fab 5 of literacy regardless of what grade you teach is so important to your students’ success. In this episo…
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Teaching reading comprehension is a huge undertaking for teachers. There are various aspects and factors that impact a student’s ability to comprehend what they have read and recognizing and understanding these factors are key to effectively teaching reading comprehension. So what are some of the factors that impact instruction? As we all know, eve…
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Have you found yourself struggling to figure out how you’re going to fit everything you need to cover into your reading block? I definitely have been there! The good news is that there are ways to create a reading schedule that allows you to cover all the literacy components you know you need to include to help your students be successful readers. …
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Ever found yourself in a sticky situation, only to realize that reaching out could have saved you a lot of stress? I am here to guide you through the seemingly daunting process of asking for help. I'll share my personal experiences and tips that will equip you to confidently seek assistance, ensuring you're not left stranded in challenging times. I…
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Our classrooms are full of invaluable tools that can equip our students with critical thinking skills and spark a lifelong love of reading and writing. Can you guess what these tools are? It’s mentor texts! Utilizing the right mentor texts can completely transform your instruction and your students’ experiences with literacy. In this episode, we wi…
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If you constantly find yourself saying “I wish I had more time to fit everything in”, then this episode is for you. Teachers have so much content to cover each day, and it can feel like an impossible task to make it work, especially in your literacy block. That’s where routines come in. Literacy specialist, Sara Marye, joins us to share exactly why…
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Have you ever had a student who reads like the wind but struggles to remember anything from the text? Or, if they do remember anything, they are simply regurgitating facts and details? This is a case of reading consumption vs. reading comprehension and it’s time to unpack the reasons behind it. True comprehension goes beyond remembering and repeati…
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Imagine waking up energized, ready to pull on your favorite workout gear, and head out the door. Sounds like a pipe dream? I'm here to tell you it's not! In this Confidently Beautiful episode, I'm shedding light on some real-life strategies to stay inspired to exercise and take care of your body. I've gathered some fascinating insights from my rece…
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Are you an elementary school teacher on a mission to ignite a love of reading in your students? Looking for actionable strategies to supercharge comprehension in your classroom? Welcome to The Literacy Lounge, where you’ll accomplish this and so much more. I'm your host, Ciera Harris, a former elementary school teacher turned reaching coach. I've c…
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Ever had a flash of inspiration, a business idea that just won't let go? That's how it all started for me - one idea after another, a watch company, an Instagram account, and even a blog, until I found my true passion in the beauty industry. Tune in as I recount my rollercoaster ride of becoming an entrepreneur, the ups and downs, the trials, and t…
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Ever pondered on how to weather the rollercoaster ride of sending your kids back to school? Pull up a chair and join us as we explore this emotional journey with my good friend Nicki, a mother of six who has experienced it all. Nicki spills the beans on managing these mixed feelings, from praying and affirming her children into a positive mindset t…
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Ready to become your child's fiercest protector and your own best motivator? This power-packed episode has it all! We kick off with a critical, often overlooked, subject: preventing child sexual abuse, using highly recommended resources like Saprea and DefendInnocence.org. Saprea's healing webinar, online resources, support groups, and volunteer co…
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Are you ready to walk with me on a journey of remarkable resilience, raw courage and healing? Our guest for today, Kim, is a brave survivor of childhood sexual abuse who’s chosen to share her healing journey, lending her voice to an issue often shrouded in silence. As she recounts her transformative experience at the Saprea Retreat, she emphasizes …
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Picture this: you're standing in your closet, unsure of what to wear, battling between comfort and style, between what's trending and what makes you feel good. My dear friend Rachel, a savvy stylist, has found the antidote for such moments. She stumbled into the world of fashion and styling during her third pregnancy, when her changing body initiat…
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What if you could reclaim your body confidence and self-acceptance through an unexpected ally—yoga? That’s exactly what happened to my cousin Emily Ezola. Listen in as Emily talks about her transformative journey with yoga. She unveils how this ancient practice has not only enriched her physical health but also elevated her body confidence and self…
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What if a complete stranger could inspire you to change your life? This is the story of my journey with Younique, an opportunity that propelled me from a place of hesitation to a world of transformation and growth. I met Emilee in 2015, a time when makeup and the world of beauty were uncomfortable concepts to me. Her confidence and success in the b…
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The final of 5 episodes in my confident birth series. In this episode Ciera talks with about her natural birth experience. She shares what she recommends to do to prepare so you are confident. She also shares how to be confident enough to stand up for yourself. To listen to the other confident birth series episodes click here for the Emergency C-Se…
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The fourth of 5 episodes in my confident birth series. In this episode Ciera talks with Amy about her semi planned c-section birth experience. She shares how she made it a calm experience and kept her anxiety low. She shares her advice to moms who are preparing for any type of birth but a c-section in particular. Mentioned in episode: Nancy Anderso…
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The third of 5 episodes in my confident birth series. In this episode Ciera talks with Amy about her emergency c-section birth experience. She shares the parts that were hard, the emotional healing and her advice for expecting moms. To listen to the other confident birth series episodes click here for the Epidural Birth Story or here for the Induct…
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The second of 5 episodes in my confident birth series. In this episode Ciera shares about her induction birth experience and the things she would have done differently if she could do it over again. To listen to the other confident birth series episodes click here for the Epidural Birth Story or here for the Emergency C-Section Birth Story Visit sa…
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The first of 5 episodes in my confident birth series. In this episode Ciera shares about her epidural birth experience and the things she would have done differently if she could do it over again. To listen to the other confident birth series episodes click here for the Induction Birth Story or here for the Emergency C-Section Birth Story Visit sap…
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Confidence is not the absence of insecurities. Confident people question things, have concerns, feel fear and are insecure at times. But they learn anyway. They do it anyway. They love themselves anyway. Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defend Innocence for resources on child sexual abuse preventio…
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Confidence is more than just having self-love and self-respect. It is ACTION. You have to take action and do to be fully confident. . Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defend Innocence for resources on child sexual abuse prevention Buy makeup, skin care and collagen here and help survivors of child …
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In this episode Ciera shares her 5 favorite ways to move her body. Use this as inspiration to find the best way to move your body! Keep it different and do something different every time! Listen to what your body needs. Play with my kids YouTube - Grow with Anna and Sydney Cummings Houdyshell Mommy Tummy Fix (@tone_and_tighten on Instagram) - Jared…
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Being fit is so much more than physical. Connecting your spirit and your body is the only way you will achieve the fitness goals you are really striving for. In this episode Ciera talks with Teresa Ford who is a fitness and life coach. Teresa shares tips for knowing what workouts to do, what foods to eat and how to connect with your spirit so your …
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In this episode Ciera talks about 5 things you can do to remember to love your amazing body. Connect with Ciera on Instagram @confidentlybeautifulpodcast Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defend Innocence for resources on child sexual abuse prevention Buy makeup, skin care and collagen here and help…
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We all as human beings have different elements. Laci (AKA LDUB) has created a community who focuses on the 7 elements of wellness. Spiritual, Mental, Emotional, Relational, Nutritional, Physical & Financial. In this episode Laci shares what she does each day to keep herself aligned and give herself the love she deserves. She talks about her morning…
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"Comparison is the thief of joy." - Theodore Roosevelt We all fall into the comparison trap. Not falling into this trap takes conscious effort. Connect with me on Instagram @confidentlybeautifulpodcast Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defend Innocence for resources on child sexual abuse prevention …
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In this episode Ciera interviews her inspiring friend, Bobbi who is the wife of a fallen police officer. Bobbi shared her love story with Adam and how she has been confidently finding her way through grief. Be ready to have your heart strings tugged but also be empowered with knowledge of how to help yourself and others through grief and loss. Visi…
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Unplug. Reset. This is just one of the inspiring pieces of advice Camille Walker gave when we talked about motivation. Camille is a business coach, podcast host, blogger and so much more. You are going to leave this episode inspired and ready to take on anything. Connect with Camille at: https://camillewalker.co On Instagram @camillewalker.co or @c…
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Oprah Winfrey, J.K. Rowling, Walt Disney, Jerry Seinfeld, Elvis Presley & Katy Perry. Do you know how YOU can be like these people? YOU can be confident to dream. Just like they were and are. In this episode Ciera shares a peak into their failures and journey. Just take your dreams one step at a time. Don't be afraid to keep dreaming. Dream big. Wo…
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Fall in love with the process not the results. How do you do this? What is your goal? Determine your why Create a plan Make it fun Celebrate your wins Enjoying the process will naturally lead to results. Connect with me on Instagram @confidentlybeautifulpodcast Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defe…
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Let it go! New year means adding…changing…doing more. Instead...What can you let go of? In this episode Ciera talks about her 5 categories that she focuses her goals on and how you can let go of something in each of those categories. Spiritual Physical Emotional Wealth Relationships Connect with Ciera on Instagram @confidentlybeautifulpodcast Visit…
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In this episode Ciera shares how she sets goals and breaks them down to be achievable and measurable. Spiritual, physical, emotional, wealth and relationships are all covered. Connect with Ciera on Instagram @confidentlybeautifulpodcast Visit saprea.org to learn more about hope and healing from child sexual abuse Visit Defend Innocence for resource…
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In this episode Ciera talks about how to be confident that your house won’t be messy forever. Your baby will sleep someday. You will be able to exercise. Whatever your current struggles are they won't be there forever. 5 things I do to help me remember this… Look back at old photos and be reminded how quickly the years go by Write down something I …
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