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LauraSue Steinman

Project Coordinator

What I like most about my role within the Center…

Working with wonderful people; working towards the goals of helping children learn to read and getting great literature into the hands of children.

What I believe in

Equity, social justice, and kindness.

Previous work highlights

I have had a varied career and done many things. My favorites were teaching elementary school, working with National Council of Jewish Women to promote social justice and equity in my community and throughout the world, editor for a travel website, assistant to the General Counsel of multi-billion-dollar publishing company. My very favorite job is being a mom to my 2 college age sons.

Favorite book

I am a voracious reader and cannot choose a favorite as it changes all the time. I love fiction, non-fiction, and children’s literature. There are so many wonderful books to read and so little time.

Fun fact

I am an amateur photographer – people, scenery, anything that catches my eye.

Education

BA in Sociology with a concentration in Communication

MA in Early Childhood/Elementary Education with a specialty in Literacy

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Featured Blog Posts

December 11, 2024 Nikki Drury, Literacy Trainer

Celebrating the Season: New and Diverse Holiday Books for the PK–6 Classroom 

Read on to discover some fantastic books about the holidays to bring diversity into your classroom this season.

November 21, 2024 Heather Rodman, Literacy Trainer

Reading Aloud to Children: The Future is in Our Hands

Research shows that reading aloud to children is the one of the best ways to encourage a literate life.

November 14, 2024 Linda Murphy, Associate Director of Literacy Programs

Navigating Standardized Assessment: Approaching Testing as a Genre

Standardized testing is a reality in our students’ lives. Are you wondering how you can support your students in demonstrating all they know on the test but not stop the rich, ongoing literacy instruction months before the test?