Disclaimer: Please be advised that this episode contains content related to childhood trauma and a suicide attempt. If these topics are challenging for you, you may wish to skip this episode or seek support. Understanding how...

What is phonemic awareness, and why is it so important for beginning readers? In this first episode of our Science of Reading series, I break down what phonemic awareness is, why it matters, and how you can teach it in your c...

Some Cliffs This Week - FAAF 263 In this 263rd episode, I share my reflections from June 1-5, 2026. Check out the WHOLE SPOTIFY PLAYLIST I put together with all the listens mentioned below: >>> bit.ly/E263FreshAirAtFivePlayli...

The stories we tell ourselves shape the way we lead, the way we see ourselves, and the way we experience the world around us. In this episode, I explore the disempowering narratives so many school leaders carry about their id...

Meet the awesome Sam Demma, the top-selling author & keynote speaker. Sam speaks around the globe to students, educators, and more--sharing his message of hope, kindness, empathy--through powerful stories, backpacks, and taco...

Have you been hearing the term Science of Reading and wondering what it actually means? In this episode of The Education Connection , I share my perspective and explore what the Science of Reading is and how it connects to th...