Individually, the Common Core and RTI are formidable enough. Together, they create a “perfect storm” of challenges, with most teachers left wondering where to turn first. Finally, here’s a resource that distills the central elements of the Common Core and RTI into a single, manageable instructional strategy for serving all students. It provides: • Real-world scenarios• Classroom-ready work samples• Content-area applications• Recommended online resources• Guidance on special-needs students, behavioral issues, ELLs, and parent involvement