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Tricia Zucker, Ph.D. is an education researcher, former teacher, and mom of three girls. She is a Professor of Pediatrics and Co-Director of the Children's Learning Institute at University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Dr. Zucker's research focuses on early literacy and language development for children experiencing learning difficulties. Sonia Cabell, Ph.D., is an associate professor of reading education in the School of Teacher Education and the Florida Center for Reading Research at Florida State University. A former second grade teacher and literacy coach, Dr. Cabell's research focuses on early literacy instruction. She serves as an advisor for a variety of national organizations and state departments of education.