“Literacy for the 21st Century: A Balanced Approach” by Gail Tompkins is a 7th edition textbook aimed at a college audience. It covers topics in education, language arts, and literacy, with a focus on teaching methods and materials for reading and phonics. The book is illustrated and contains 528 pages, making it a valuable resource for professional development in the field of language arts and literacy. Published by Pearson Education, this trade paperback is designed to help educators enhance their teaching skills in a balanced approach to literacy instruction. Great for your teaching certification!