We speak with Dr. Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez about how to support Multi-language Learners (MLLs) in the classroom. This episode defines MLLs, outlines key stages of language development, explores the daily language demands these students face, and shares evidence-based strategies and best practices for educators.

Reading Teachers talk with Droppin' Knowledge with Heidi about all the aspects that go into the topic of Word Knowledge. What are all the things students should know and understand about a word to demonstrate complete knowledge of that term? Listeners will gain more complete understanding of all the layers of skills within Word knowledge that we need to help our readers build.