How to Teach Reading with Reading Recovery Teacher Margaret Craig

How to Teach Reading with Reading Recovery Teacher Margaret Craig

Author: Jackie Wiebe | HomeSchool ThinkTank May 28, 2025 Duration: 55:09

Have you ever wondered if you're doing enough to help your child learn to read?

In this conversation, I sit down with Margaret Craig, an award-winning Reading Recovery teacher and author of The Young Reader. With decades of experience teaching literacy in public and private schools, Margaret shares simple, effective strategies that parents can use to help their children become confident readers.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • How to teach reading at home—even if you're not a teacher
  • The best reading strategies for early learners and struggling readers
  • How to avoid common mistakes parents make when teaching reading
  • Why Reading Recovery techniques can help any child, regardless of age
  • Practical reading tips you can start using today

This episode is packed with actionable insights to support your child's reading development, so be sure to listen through to the end.

Check the show notes for helpful reading resources and to watch the video version of this interview.

https://homeschoolthinktank.com/teaching-reading/

 

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Jackie Wiebe brings her perspective as a homeschooling consultant, certified life coach, and a parent with years of home education experience to every conversation on the HomeSchool ThinkTank Parenting Podcast. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, this podcast delves into the nuanced realities of guiding children’s education and growth at home. You’ll hear honest discussions about balancing academic goals with family well-being, adapting methods to different learning styles, and maintaining your own inspiration through the challenges. Each episode feels like a thoughtful dialogue, providing actionable strategies alongside the reassurance that comes from a seasoned mentor. Tune in for a blend of practical homeschooling advice and deeper parenting reflections, all aimed at helping you cultivate a learning environment that aligns with your family’s unique values and rhythm. Whether you’re new to this journey or a veteran seeking fresh perspective, this podcast serves as a reliable resource for thoughtful, compassionate guidance.
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