“…A number of researchers indicate the need for more longitudinal studies of preservice teachers, which follow them into their careers as teachers (Alger, 2007;Bean, 1997;Cochran-Smith et al, 2012;Caudle & Moran 2012;Grisham, 2000;Grossman et al, 2000;Hoffman, Roller, Maloch, Sailors, Duffy, Beretvas, & Jones & Enriquez, 2009). We are currently in the second year of a five-year longitudinal study in which we explore beginning science, mathematics, and social studies teachers' literacy practices and their evolution over time.…”