“Literacy for the 21st Century: A Balanced Approach” by Gail E. Tompkins is a comprehensive textbook focused on education, language arts, and literacy. Published by Prentice Hall PTR in 2000, this trade paperback offers a balanced approach to teaching methods and materials in reading and phonics, language arts, and elementary literacy. With 560 pages, this textbook provides valuable insights and strategies for educators looking to enhance literacy instruction in the 21st century.