ESL (ELL) literacy instruction:

This text provides both ESL and mainstream teachers of students at all levels, from kindergarten to adult learners, with the background and expertise necessary to plan and implement reading programs that match the particular needs and abilities of their students. Designed for use by pre-service and in-service teachers at all levels from kindergarten to adult learners, the text explains different theoretical models of literacy instruction, includes specific teaching methods within each model, and encourages teachers to develop their own teaching strategies within their own instructional models. The importance of culture in L2 literacy instruction is addressed.