The Literacy Coach's Handbook, Second Edition

This indispensable book gives preservice and practicing literacy coaches the tools they need to build a successful schoolwide reading program. The authors, well-known experts in the field, describe the literacy coach's crucial, evolving role in today's schools. They offer step-by-step guidelines for implementing curricula and assessments, selecting instructional materials, and planning for differentiation and intervention. Specific ways to support teachers by providing high-quality professional development are discussed. The book is grounded in research on PreK-5 instruction and the characteristics of effective coaches.

New to This Edition

*Incorporates the latest research and instructional materials.

*Expanded grade range now includes PreK and grades 4-5.

*Content on RTI and the Common Core standards is woven throughout.

*Strategies for making professional development more responsive to teachers' needs.

See also The Literacy Coaching Challenge , which guides more experienced coaches in choosing among different coaching models and addresses typical issues of implementation.