
Triple R Teaching
It's time to reignite your passion for teaching! Triple R Teaching provides simple strategies and practical tips for PreK-grade 3 educators. Anna Geiger, M.Ed., author of Reach All Readers, will show you how to make small changes to improve how you teach literacy concepts. Look forward to episodes about Anna's transition from balanced literacy to the science of reading, and expect episodes that will help you understand the research while giving you practical tips that you can implement today. Hit subscribe, and get ready to transform your teaching!
Latest episodes

Mar 18, 2024 • 41min
What should small group instruction look like? with Deedee Wills
161: Deedee Wills was once a kindergarten teacher who trained other teachers to implement guided reading. In today's episode she shares information from her recent Plain Talk presentation, explaining why we need to move away from guided reading and how to give intentional, effective small group instruction to beginning readers.Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Mar 11, 2024 • 37min
[Listen Again] Teaching word recognition - with Dr. Katie Pace Miles
In this replay of a popular episode, we discuss exactly what's happening when children learn to recognize words - teaching tips included!Click here for this episode's show notes.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Mar 4, 2024 • 43min
All about literacy centers - with Christina Winter
Learn from Christina Winter on setting up and managing literacy centers. Discover the core five centers aligned with the science of reading, effective student pairing strategies, tier two instruction, and structured transitions. Get insights on implementing literacy centers in second grade for optimal student success.

Feb 26, 2024 • 35min
How one university gives its pre-service teachers hands-on training - with Dr. Jodi Nickel
159: Dr. Jodi Nickel shares her journey from balanced to structured literacy, and describes how her university pairs teacher candidates with struggling readers in a successful tutoring program.Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Feb 19, 2024 • 34min
A case for whole group phonics lessons - with Casey Jergens
158: Kindergarten teacher Casey Jergens shares how and why he teaches a whole group phonics lesson before offering small group instruction. Lots of food for thought!Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Feb 12, 2024 • 30min
A special education teacher's journey from balanced to structured literacy: A conversation with Melanie Brethour
157: Special education teacher Melanie Brethour was a balanced literacy teacher until her son struggled to learn to read. As she learned about how to help him overcome dyslexia, she dove into the science of reading and hasn't looked back.Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Feb 5, 2024 • 43min
What does research say about teaching preschoolers? - with Dr. Susan Neuman
156: If you have questions about what the science of reading has to say about preschool, this is the episode for you! Dr. Susan Neuman, early childhood expert and author, discusses what research has to say about play-based learning, developmentally appropriate practice, and building oral language and vocabulary in preschool.Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

Jan 29, 2024 • 38min
The power of spelling inventories - with Dr. Pam Kastner
Dr. Pam Kastner, an expert in English language and spelling inventories, discusses the complexity of English spelling, the influence of language on spelling, and the use of spelling inventories as a diagnostic tool. She also shares favorite resources for teaching spelling and highlights an upcoming literacy conference focused on the power of spelling inventories.

Jan 22, 2024 • 33min
Navigating the complexities of English spelling - with Lyn Stone
154: Lyn Stone helps us navigate the complexities of English spelling in a way that makes sense for students and teachers. We discuss morphology, etymology, tricky spellings, and even get Lyn's opinion on teaching "blends" and syllable types. Enjoy!Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)

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Jan 15, 2024 • 34min
Spelling assessment, syllable types, & intervention - with Dr. Shelley Blackwell
153: Dr. Shelley Blackwell and I discuss all things spelling - from spelling assessment to spelling intervention. We also talk about whether it's useful to teach spelling rules and syllable types.Click here for the show notes from this episode.Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd grade educators.Connect with Anna here! Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter (X)