"Case Studies in Preparation for the California Reading Competency Test "presents a unique, concise, case-based approach covering all domains, concepts, strategies, and assessments required by the RICA(R). It's the ideal resource for pre-service teachers who want practice in synthesizing and analyzing assessment and strategies for reading in the K--8 classroom, for credential candidates who need to prepare to succeed in taking the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA(R)), and for in-service teachers who want to enhance their assessment and instruction, while increasing students' learning.