It is extremely important that content area teachers, adopt instructional practices and strategies that can be used within their existing curricula to improve the literacy levels of the struggling readers. This research-based information will be your support and encouragement for a district/school adolescent literacy plan. The guide includes (a) tiered instruction in reading for 21st century learning and instruction in all content areas; (b) adolescent reading program components; (c) literacy leadership team; (d) creating a culture of literacy; (d) assessments; (e) instruction and intervention; (f) webcasts; and (g) resources.