Kate Lyon
@katelyonpr.bsky.social
Learner. Primary Teacher & District Librarian. Public Library Trustee. Working toward equity in education. Reading and writing is a basic human right.🇨🇦
Grateful to POPFASD for inviting us to present later this month.🙏🏽 #BCEd
Melanie Raymond@psychedupnorth.bsky.social · 2y agoFREE POPFASD Livestream Event! We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with BC Educators from around the province to share our professional learning journeys in literacy instruction. Register here: live.fasdoutreach.ca/register/334...
Flashlight Night! Such a fun way to engage with families and welcome them to schools. 🔦📚💕 #BCEd #BCTLA #TeacherLibrarian #FamilyLiteracy #Literacy
Ever hosted a book-tasting café? Such a playful, low-stakes event to welcome parents and families into schools and showcase some amazing books. #BCEd #BCTLA #TeacherLibrarian #Literacy
Yes! It’s time to bring evidence-based literacy and language practices into #BCEd StrongStart centres!!! I’ve started…and I love connecting parents to the research! #SoR #EarlyLearning #StrongStart
Chalkbeat@chalkbeat.org · 2y agoThe science of reading: It’s time to bring preschool teachers into the conversation https://www.chalkbeat.org/2025/01/27/to-improve-reading-skills-start-with-early-childhood-education-preschool/
"While it is true that testing requires time, well-designed assessments complement instructional practices and inform interventions. Rejecting these tools outright limits the system’s ability to ensure equity and accountability." #bcedchat #bced #bctf open.substack.com/pub/oneducat...
Teacher Autonomy and Professional Accountability
Last week’s blog generated quite a bit of interest in the issue of teacher autonomy, prompting me to elaborate at some of the underlying issues that I only touched upon lightly in that blog.
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On February 14th, join me, Erica Roberts & @katelyonpr.bsky.social as we share our collective experience & knowledge about effective, evidence-based literacy practices for all students, including those who may present with FASD. #lit4all #bced #equity live.fasdoutreach.ca/register/334...
Excellent read, #BCEd "Comprehension is not a skill or set of skills; rather, it is a complex multidimensional ability."
Dan Willingham@dtwuva.bsky.social · 2y agoImportant implications for instruction and assessment in this terrific piece on reading comprehension and the challenge of differentiating it from other components of reading, via Hugh Catts & Alan Kamhi. www.aft.org/ae/winter202...
Preservice Teacher Education Programs need to change in #BCEd. "It's not because teachers don't want to help children know how to read well, they don't come in with the tools, and they have to have the tools and the knowledge." #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky
Why Teacher Training is Important - Tracy Weeden
YouTube video by Hopeville: How to Win The Reading Wars
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"There is no curriculum police." I find this statement both alarming and insulting. My role as an educator isn't just to teach, it's to ensure students have learned. #BCEd #EduSky #Teachers #KnowBetterDoBetter
Grateful for this video - a rich learning opportunity to share with students in classrooms with @waub.bsky.social and pairs well with local Seasonal Rounds. #BCEd #BCEdChat #EduSky #WinterSolstice
The Importance of Winter Solstice in Indigenous Culture
YouTube video by The Weather Network
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Check it out, #BCEd, #BCEdChat, #BCTF, #BCPVPA
researchED Canada@researchedcanada.bsky.social · 2y agoHello World! researchED Canada is now on Blue Sky and we are looking for birds of a feather! Join us if you share our commitment to challenging orthodoxies, posing the right questions, and demonstrating what works in classrooms.
The science of reading is not just phonics. The science of reading is not just phonics. The science of reading is not just phonics. Learning to read is a complex process! This 3-part video series is great bite-size professional development. Check them out! #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky
The Science of Reading Basics, Part 1: The Reading Brain
YouTube video by Zaner-Bloser
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"What you permit, you promote. If we permit little effort or incomplete work, we are promoting this work ethic." This is a great quote from @drcastelino.bsky.social in my latest podcast episode on homework. open.spotify.com/episode/2yFM...
Homework that works with Jo Castelino (Ep 37)
Chalk & Talk · Episode
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Apply for a free set of Cedar Schools Decodable Books from Strong Nations Publishers (valued at $159 CAD). This collection is designed to support early literacy through inclusive, culturally relevant, and accessible text. #BCEd #Canada #StructuredLiteracy #StrongNations #EduSky
Kyndryl Canada and Dyslexia Canada collaborate to boost literacy for dyslexic Indigenous youth — Dyslexia Canada
Together the organizations will provide free dyslexia-friendly books to Canadian schools and libraries, with a focus on remote and Indigenous communities.
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Learning about and preparing for the Winter Solstice by creating temporary art with loose parts. #BCEd #SD52 #TsmsyenTerritory #EduSky
I ❤️ Menti Word Clouds! This was created by educators who participated in BC's 7 Mighty Moves book study (by @lindsaykemeny.bsky.social). #StructuredLiteracy #SoR #AlwaysLearning #EduSky Phonics instruction is...
First the news of a law suit against Fountas & Pinnell and now a university is being (rightfully) questioned about its literacy programming. I wonder what BC's universities are promoting or endorsing in their preservice ed. programs...🤔 #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA
Georgia State University accused of teaching ‘debunked’ reading methods
Multiple states have banned a method used to teach children to read for decades, but it’s still allowed in Georgia.
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Learning styles are a myth. Learning styles are a myth. Learning styles are a myth. Please share widely. #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #Edusky Click the Link: app.7taps.com/5p9vMc27v3fE
Good read, #BCEd
Una Malcolm@unamalcolm.bsky.social · 2y ago“A one-time meeting and a box of materials won’t cut it. [Teachers] need learning opportunities, resources and in-class coaching. And they should not have to spend their own time and money seeking out training.” @j-metsala.bsky.social macleans.ca/the-year-ahe...
It's unfortunate there remains a significant percentage of school districts in #BCEd that continue to mandate the use of Fountas & Pinnell resources. The research is clear. Let's build capacity & learn together. #StructuredLiteracy benefits ALL learners. #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA
Two Mass. families sue famed literacy specialists, claiming reading curriculums were intentionally flawed - The Boston Globe
The complaint, which is seeking class action status, could spur others like it nationwide.
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The Canadian Paediatric Society issued a position statement in October 2024: "Being able to read, write, and understand written text is essential to participating in society, achieving goals, developing knowledge, and fulfilling potential." #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCPoli #BCTF #BCPVPA #EduSky
Literacy in school-aged children: A paediatric approach to advocacy and assessment | Canadian Paediatric Society
Literacy is a key social determinant of health that affects the daily socioemotional lives of children and their economic prospects later in life. Being able to read, write, and understand written tex...
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If you're wanting to learn about #StructuredLiteracy and see how educators are changing their practice in British Columbia, join us! Everyone welcome - teachers, EAs, ECEs, principals, management, trustees. Change is happening! #BCEd #BCEdChat #BCTF #BCPVPA www.facebook.com/share/g/1Gks...
Check out our Book Study for British Columbia Educators! All 4 sessions are now available on Dyslexia Canada's YouTube channel!📕 #BCEd #BCEdChat #7MightyMoves #Edusky
7 Mighty Moves Book Study - YouTube
Join Dyslexia Canada and BC educators for this four-part book study where we will explore Lindsay Kemeny’s Seven Mighty Moves: Research-Backed, Classroom-Tes...
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