The New Literacy Block: A Simple, Practical Framework That Is Evidence-Based, Makes Every Minute Count, and Reaches All Students

A comprehensive exploration of the skills, strategies, and elements of the literacy curriculum that today’s teachers need. This timely book offers techniques for whole-class and small-group instruction and assessment, including targeted interventions for specific student needs. It explores digital and media literacy skills that will help students become critical consumers and constructors. The book shows teachers that a literacy block can offer students choice and voice, capitalize on their strengths, identify areas for growth, and set meaningful personal goals. It provides the framework teachers need to address the alphabetic code and language comprehension skills students need to become critically literate.

The author of seven books on various aspects of literacy instruction, Lisa Donohue is passionate about creative solutions and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Teacher, author, consultant, and now administrator, Lisa embraces a wide range of resources, including digital tools, in collaborating with teachers to develop programs that foster student growth and achievement. The proud mom of two adult children, Lisa lives in York Region, Ontario, with her husband and her beloved dog Levi.

Nicole (Nikki) Town is a literacy enthusiast and self-proclaimed book nerd. Her love for literacy has motivated her to get creative in her own teaching practice and push the boundaries of language instruction across the curriculum. A teacher, leader, and consultant for more than 15 years, Nikki is committed to the comprehensive structured literacy program that has inspired her students to grow in their language and learning. Nikki lives in York Region, Ontario, with her family.