# 79. No Fluff, Good Stuff - Gearing Up for the Science of Reading Mini-Con 2026 with Heidi Martin & Friends

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Podcast: [Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators](https://stenobird.com/podcast/literacy-in-color-a-science-of-reading-aligned-podcast-for-educators-7060627)
Published: 2026-02-03T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.com/podcast/79
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## Resource

In this special Science of Reading Mini-Con hype episode, Michelle Sullivan is joined by the presenters behind the Science of Reading Mini-Con to give listeners an inside look at what makes this conference unlike any other. From powerful sessions and hands-on learning to beachside sound baths, mocktails, and real talk about implementation, this episode is your invitation into a literacy experience that blends research, practice, joy, and community. Meet the Voices Behind Mini-Con: Heidi Martin – Founder of the Science of Reading Mini-Con @droppinknowledgewithheidi & @scienceofreadingminicon Jessica Farmer: @farmerlovesphonics Yvette Manns: @phonicsreadalouds & @the_lit_teacher Jake Daggett: @jake_daggett Lindsay Kemeny: @lindsaykemeny Michelle Sullivan: @michelle_thecolorfulclassroom MeQuel Bolden (she was there in spirit!): @mequelboldenconsulting What You’ll Hear in This Episode What each presenter is most fired up about solving in literacy right now Sneak peeks into Mini-Con sessions Introducing Mychal Threets as the Keynote Speaker!!! What makes the experience special The Big Takeaway: Science of Reading Mini-Con is about bridging research to practice, that’s engaging and effective! Learn More & Register: Visit www.scienceofreadingminicon.com for tickets & all the details! A BIG thank you to Reading.com for being the Premier Sponsor of the Science of Reading Mini-Con 2026! Connect with Michelle: Follow me on Instagram: @michelle_thecolorfulclassroom & @logosliteracyacademy Join our Facebook Community Sign up for my Newsletter Shop on TPT: The Colorful Classroom Visit: www.michelleandthecolorfulclassroom.com Join The COLORFUL Literacy Toolkit Membership Want to Support the Podcast? Make a Donation to Support Production Interested in Learning More…

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