Drawing on the science of reading – and research on high-performing schools and effective leadership – authors Pati Montgomery and Angela Hanlin provide school and district leaders with the tools to systematically implement and create the necessary systems and structures for evidence-based literacy instruction. By focusing on the establishment of these structures, leaders—particularly principals—can ensure the consistent application of effective practices, support teachers, and drive long-term improvement and continuous growth in literacy proficiency for all students.

K–8 educational leaders will use this book to:

• Gain an understanding of the systems and structures that schools must establish for sustained literacy improvement for all students.
• Learn how to analyse assessment data and make informed, data-driven decisions.
• Discover how to transition from a balanced literacy approach to a structured literacy approach.
• Develop an understanding of the essential components required for an effective literacy block and the significance of delivering high-quality universal instruction.
• Understand the key strategies that leaders need to adopt in order to become effective Instructional leaders.
• Recognise the importance of genuine educator collaboration and ongoing professional development.