Gina Cervetti, a Professor of Education at the University of Michigan specializing in literacy, joins to explore the deep connections between knowledge, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. She argues that knowledge and vocabulary are complementary, redefining knowledge to include cultural understanding. Gina discusses the concept of conceptual coherence and how it enhances comprehension in students. She also shares innovative strategies for building vocabulary without traditional lists, emphasizing the importance of integrating cultural backgrounds to foster engagement in literacy.