Nature's Red Flags by Shanahan (9781760868949)

Description - Nature's Red Flags by Shanahan

About this text:Title:Nature's Red Flags Synopsis: Some animals are particularly sensitive to changes in their habitat, so a decrease in numbers can alert scientists that something might be wrong. Year level(s): 1 2 3 Reading level: 27 Text type: Explanation Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences Content vocabulary: absorb chemicals extinct factory gases global warming habitat investigate investigations larva monitoring nymphs pesticides pollinating pollutants pollution polluted polluting reproduce scientists species High frequency words: Key concepts: Some animal species, such as frogs, are particularly sensitive to changes in their habitat, such as pollution. Changes in the health or numbers of these species alert scientists to the possibility of a problem with their habitat. Reading strategies: Using context to understand the meaning of content words Phonics: Identifying the /k/ sound represented by ch as in chemicals Paired text: Bring Back the Frogs Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Nature's Red Flags / Bring Back the Frogs Series: Flying Start to Literacy Alternative purchasing options: This title is available in one of several value packs. Speak to your Oxford Education consultant today to learn more www.oup.com.au/contact Digital sample pages: can be viewed at www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au/online-sample Series information: Flying Start to Literacy is an award-winning comprehensive literacy program. It reflects best practice in literacy instruction and supports the systematic development of students’ reading strategies and skills. Each Student Book is part of connected pair, a narrative book and an informative book, both presenting the same key concepts and vocabulary. These titles have been trialled with a range of readers, including English language learners.Each pair of Student Books is supported by a Lesson Plan. These visually appealing resources are durable and easy-to-use. They integrate oral language, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension, writing and phonics.Reading strategies, phonics and phonemic awareness and repetition of high-frequency words are all developed through this series, enhancing the reader’s fluency and comprehension. With an array of engaging titles to choose from, readers will laugh, explore and share in the adventure whilst learning and expanding their vocabulary.Flying Start to Literacy resources are suitable for use as part of an early intervention program and provide effective support for English language learners.This series is supported by a wealth of teacher resources, which can be obtained by visiting www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au

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