This inspiring book shows how K?12 teachers literacy specialists and coaches and school- and district-level administrators can work together to make needed instructional improvements while fostering a lifelong love of reading and writing. The book presents collaborative leadership strategies and research-based best practices for creating joyful effective learning environments. It includes ways to evaluate and recalibrate literacy programs for sustainable change provide students with a wide variety of engaging reading opportunities meet the needs of English learners and adolescent learners partner with families and enhance professional learning and development. Teacher-friendly features include practical tips and "Stop Think and Take Action" sections in each chapter. Several reproducible forms can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. Language: English