Place all English learners on the path to success-right from the start! As more and more beginning ELs enter the system every year, educators need a realistic framework for addressing the varied needs of this growing population. In this practical resource, vignettes illustrating real-world challenges accompany templates and tools to help teachers and administrators: Create a welcoming environment for students and families unfamiliar with the American education system Reach out to students from non-literacy-oriented homes Develop instructional models for students with limited or interrupted formal education