Hello there. I am so glad you are here.

My name is Rachel and I am a K-12 special education literacy coach.  I have two hilarious daughters ages 4 and 5 and a kindhearted husband who grounds me.  We have a black cat named Noire. In addition to being an educator, I love medium roast Guatemalan coffee, IPAs, and quiet mornings reading and writing before my kids wake up.  

I created this blog because I believe that evidence-based literacy instruction should be accessible to all.  This is a space where you will find clarity on what works best for children learning to read.  I won’t be shy about my opinions, but know that what you read here is based on current evidence-based studies in literacy.  I keep up with the research so that you don’t have to.  

Whether you are a teacher or a parent, I am here for you.  

So, pour your libation of choice, kick your feet up, and have a read. And, head over to the contact page and send me a message.  I love hearing from you!

-R