The increasing demand for high-quality instructional materials in educational settings has reignited an important conversation about the literacy required for teachers to develop effective teaching aids. In the recent investigation conducted by Türközü and Dinçer, published in “Discov Educ,” new insights emerge on teachers’ competency in instructional material development. This study delves deep into the notion of instructional material development literacy, unearthing the essential knowledge and perception frameworks teachers must possess in order to enhance their teaching practices.