In this episode of the Language Bridge Podcast, Dr. Giuseppe Chiaramonte explores practical, research-informed strategies to help ESL students become confident and fluent readers. From chunking texts and read-alouds to scaffolding with pre-reading questions and interactive post-reading games, you’ll walk away with classroom-ready techniques that build comprehension and engagement. Plus, hear a personal story about a student named Joshua that highlights the importance of choosing the right reading level. Whether you're a new ESL teacher or a seasoned educator, this episode offers simple and powerful tools you can use tomorrow. 🎙️ Tune in, take notes, and keep building those language bridges—one page at a time.