This podcast is hosted by the authors of the Patterns of Power family of resources, focusing on discussions that elevate instruction in language arts classrooms. Join us as we share effective teaching strategies connected to the Patterns series resources, as well as reading and writing instruction.
Summer Refresh: Updating Your Classroom Library with Sarah Cordova
Sarah Cordova, author of The Power of Picture Books in Student Identity: Writing Lessons That Empower, joins Whitney and Travis to unpack the difference between a read aloud and a mentor text. They dig into why picture books belong in every grade level, how representation in a classroom library shapes the messages kids absorb, and share a stack of mentor texts worth adding to your shelf this year.
11 Jun 2026
Part 2 - Flow State in the Classroom with Steven Purri
This episode is part two of our conversation with flow state expert Steven Purri, founder of the Sukha Company (https://www.thesukha.co/) (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpkaHpJRW93VHRMTXk1RVFrcXJhNVBRV3RFUXxBQ3Jtc0trWlkwaGFLY2ZCMERXR2ctTmRwMUJlM1pPYWxqMUdHamlFWnR4SDdoSjVveTBPc3ZYRkp3dHF5VTM3di1peWk1bWpXWVlKSThSdmJKOGpyUTNfMWY2VUhILUExSG4tV1ZyY3ZHbTEzRng5ejZZRE82TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesukha.co%2F%29&v=0vzp9HirPjw). In this episode, we discuss with Steven ways we can practice getting into flow state as well as how teachers can support students in getting into flow state as well.
28 May 2026
Flow State in the Classroom with Steven Puri (part 1)
What happens in your brain when you're 'in the zone'? In this episode, we explore flow state with Steven Puri, founder of The Sukha Company and a veteran of Hollywood studios and tech startups. We dive into the research behind flow, why the attention economy is designed to keep you out of it, and the tools that actually help—from music and timers to creating the right classroom conditions.
Whether you're a teacher looking to reclaim focus or an educator wanting to help students release their greatness, this conversation has actionable takeaways. Learn more about Steven's work at thesukha.co.
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