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Julia Lindsey

Julia Lindsey

Julia Lindsey (she/her/hers)

Dr. Julia B. Lindsey, Ph.D., is a foundational literacy expert and author of Reading Above the Fray: Research-based Routines for Developing Decoding Skills. She is also the author of knowledge-rich decodable texts used by tens of thousands of educators around the globe. Dr. Lindsey partners with districts and organizations to build teacher knowledge, support implementation of evidence-based practices and materials, and ensure all students can become successful, empowered young readers. She is also a sought-after speaker across the US and Canada. Dr. Lindsey holds a BS in Psychology from Davidson College, a MAT from Relay Graduate School of Education, and a Ph.D. in Educational Studies from the University of Michigan. She is a proud former elementary school teacher.

2025 Sessions

  • Decoders Love Knowledge

    Building knowledge can be the ultimate driver of engagement, especially when children can leverage their own decoding skills to access knowledge-rich texts. In this session,… Read More →


  • What Matters Most from Reading Research

    In this session, Dr. Lindsey will explore common myths about foundational reading research that relate to classroom instruction. She’ll tackle questions like, “Do I need… Read More →


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