This guide helps district leaders take a more strategic approach to evaluating ELA instructional purchases. It outlines key questions and criteria to consider before investing in new materials, with a focus on instructional quality, usability, and long-term value.

Administrators can use this guide to ensure ELA investments align with district goals, instructional priorities, and student needs.

Key Benefits

With this guide, leaders can:

• Evaluate materials for standards alignment and rigor.
• Assess instructional flexibility for diverse classrooms.
• Consider teacher usability and implementation demands.
• Identify gaps in skill progression and comprehension support.
• Make more confident, evidence-based purchasing decisions.

Who Should Use This Guide

This resource is designed for:

• District curriculum and instruction leaders.
• ELA supervisors and coordinators.
• School administrators involved in purchasing decisions.