This pilot study investigates content-area preservice teacher perceptions of literacy practices as humanizing pedagogy. Findings from open-ended survey questions and a focal interview suggest preservice teachers see the connection between literacy learning and the teaching of their content area. They also have a budding understanding of how literacy practices and humanizing pedagogy can be linked. The research suggests preservice teachers and new teachers will need additional tools, training, and support to enact literacy practices and humanizing pedagogy. Educator preparation programs can be part of that work and support system for new teachers.