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ERRR #107. Doug Lemov on Teaching Reading

November 30, 2025 · 1 h 31 min

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In this episode, host Ollie Lovell interviews the hugely influential author of Teach Like a Champion, Doug Lemov, about his newest book, The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading.

Doug shares advice on everything from why books are dying in our culture, the role of book choice in teaching reading, book-driven objectives, teaching writing, and much more.

This is a must-listen podcast for anyone teaching reading, especially in upper primary and secondary school.

Full show notes at www.ollielovell.com/douglemov2

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