Instruction

Grounded in research-informed strategies, this book helps educators refine literacy instruction for grades 2–6. Explore lesson planning, text selection, and structured reading strategies across three parts, with techniques for before, during, and after reading, along with methods to foster a supportive classroom.

Using the science of reading and the five pillars essential for literacy success, author Dr. Kimberly A. Tyson explores practical, evidence-based strategies to implement in K–6 classrooms. This resource equips teachers, coaches, and principals with actionable tools for improving literacy instruction and student outcomes.

Offering a neutral analysis of educational research, author Nathaniel Hansford provides a crash course on the science behind reading and writing instruction. This book empowers teachers to confidently make evidence-informed instructional decisions.

Designed for secondary educators, this book bridges literacy research and classroom practice. Featuring expert voices on MTSS, coaching, leadership, and evidence-based reading and writing instruction, it equips schools to build systems that improve literacy development, reading comprehension, and more.

Whitney K. Freije is an elementary school principal at A.F. Palmer Elementary, a Model PLC at Work® school in the Windsor Central School District, located in upstate New York. She specializes in empowering teachers with effective instructional practices to promote high levels of literacy and mathematics.

Jacie Maslyk, EdD has over 25 years of experience in education. She has previously served as a teacher, reading specialist, instructional coach, elementary principal, curriculum director, and assistant superintendent.

Peg Grafwallner is an instructional coach and reading specialist at Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With over 25 years of experience in the field of education, Peg has also served as an English teacher and an alternative education teacher.

Beth Pandolpho is an instructional coach for grades 6–12, and she has taught English at the high school and college level for over 20 years. She is passionate about engaging in work that promotes equity and access for both teachers and students.

Lisa May is an award-winning literacy coach at Kildeer Countryside School District 96, a Model PLC School District. With more than twenty years in the field of education, she has classroom experience ranging from kindergarten through fourth grade.

Emily Feltner, EdD, has over 30 years of experience at all levels in education. She works with schools and districts in the areas of leadership, literacy, and school improvement.