Interactive read-alouds are more than just reading stories out loud! They’re powerful moments of teaching, thinking, and connection. When done with intention, they help students build comprehension, practice key strategies, and engage in rich academic discussions (even before

Did you know that the NA Consulting website has free teaching resources available with one simple click? All you have to do is join our email list to gain access to three free resources to step up your literacy game! Visit our website at nancyakhavanconsulting.com. #NancyAkhavan

While boot camp may be over 🤣, classroom callbacks are used year-round and never go out of style! I love how this teacher has her callbacks shared on her whiteboard because it keeps them visible for students and makes it easy to reference anytime! What are some of your

I am so excited to be checking the copy proof of my new book, “The Lit Six: What Every Teacher Needs to Build an Evidence-Based Literacy Block.” It will be out THIS November! It’s based on the work my team and I have done in local schools to help teachers implement an effective

Narrative writing is such an important skill for students because it helps them organize their thoughts and express ideas in a creative way! 🧠 But it can also be a tricky topic to teach, which is why making it engaging is key.  When kids are excited about telling their

I bet you’ve heard of a treasure chest or prize box, but have you ever tried a gumball machine prize? 🍬  This teacher opted for a different way to reward students in the classroom, and I’ve heard nothing but great reviews! What a fun, unique, and interactive way to keep

One of the most rewarding parts of teaching is seeing the growth students make from the beginning of the year to the end.  That’s why, at the very start of the year, it’s crucial to collect data with both your eyes and your ears, using a mix of informal observations and formal

✨ Calling all K–4 teachers! ✨ Join me and the incredible NA Consulting team for the SOAR-Structured Literacy Training, a five-day institute grounded in the Science of Reading! Learn how to deliver explicit, systematic reading instruction that builds phonological awareness,

If you’re running on caffeine, sticky notes, and pure willpower right now during conference week… this one’s for you. 💪 The time, care, and preparation you pour into your students show every single day, not just during conferences. Always remember that you’re making a

💬 “When teachers understand the why behind reading instruction, students thrive.” Ready to strengthen your literacy instruction with strategies that actually work? 📚 Join myself and the amazing NA Consulting team for ouf SOAR-Structured Literacy Training, designed for K–4

Happy birthday to my latest book, The Lit Six! 🎉✨ Creating this book was such an incredible journey, and seeing it out in the world, being read, shared, and used by educators, means everything. Here’s to another year of supporting literacy and empowering classrooms! 💛📚

Merry Christmas from the NA Consulting team to you! May your day be filled with many blessings and love.  #MerryChristmas #NancyAkhavan

And that’s a wrap on an incredible year! ✨ 2025 was filled with meaningful professional learning experiences, from impactful PD trainings with local school districts and Literacy Walks, to time spent connecting, learning, and presenting at the NCTE Conference. This year also

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There is nothing more empowering than watching students grow, academically and behaviorally, right before your eyes. Through systematic, explicit instruction, we can create the conditions for sustained growth in literacy and language development. My book, The Lit Six®, supports

Another literacy walk, another reminder of how powerful teacher collaboration truly is. Grounded in The Lit Six®, these shared experiences allow educators to reflect together, strengthen instructional practices, and intentionally support student literacy and language

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