Tricia Zucker

Tricia Zucker, a pediatrics professor at the University of Texas, and Sonia Cabell, an associate professor at Florida State University, dive into the transformative 'Strive for Five Conversations' framework. They discuss how multi-turn dialogues between teachers and students can boost language comprehension and brain development. Practical tips for engaging parents and scaffolding conversations are shared, emphasizing emotional support and meaningful interactions to enhance young learners' literacy skills.