Literacy Leadership Matters

Name: Literacy Leadership Matters
ISBN: 978-1551383613

How principals can support teachers and strengthen reading instruction in elementary classrooms

by Karen Filewych

Publisher

Pembroke Publishers

Publication

Jan 26, 2023

Format

EBook

Illustrated

Price

$19.29

ISBN

978-1551383613

ASIN

B0CW1BWZ13

Age

Adult 18+

Rights Sold

🌍 World Wide Rights Available

Description

Many school principals have little background in literacy instruction. And yet, they find themselves leading teachers at a time of shifting literacy priorities. This practical book offers literacy fundamentals, builds confidence, and empowers principals to become instructional leaders. It deals with all aspects of literacy: from understanding the science of reading to planning, resources, oral language, word study, reading, writing, and creating a shared literacy vision. Each chapter In this comprehensive resource includes staff meeting discussion points to guide conversation with teachers, things to look for when working with the teachers and students within their schools, and much more.

Author(s)

Karen Filewych

Karen Filewych has over twenty-five years of educational experience as an elementary teacher, school administrator, and language arts consultant. Her first two books - How Do I Get Them to Write? - and - Freewriting with Purpose - guide teachers in developing a writing program that both teachers and students will enjoy! Her third book - Literacy Leadership Matters - will be released in the Spring of 2023 and provides principals with everything they need to become literacy leaders within their schools. Karen provides regular professional development for teachers and writing residencies for students. Connect with Karen through her website: Words Change Worlds.