Discipline: Professional Resources

Copyright: 2025

Grade(s): K - 8

Delivery Method: Print

Imprint: Heinemann

Author(s): Irene Fountas, Gay Su Pinnell

Your Literacy Coaching Playbook

What to Know, Say, and Do

Step into your role as a literacy coach with confidence and clarity. Your Literacy Coaching Playbook is a comprehensive guide to navigating the multidimensional role of coaching, from your first coaching conversation to sustaining success throughout the school year.

Master the art of coaching with 14 specific “plays” designed for every context. Whether you’re working one-on-one, leading professional learning sessions, or facilitating peer coaching, you’ll find practical strategies to support teachers and enhance student learning.

Keep the momentum going with tools and tips to overcome challenges, build your coaching toolbox, and stay motivated. Discover how to plan effectively, address resistance, and be the coach you aspire to be.