HeroRATs

About this text:Title:HeroRATs Synopsis:  HeroRATs explains how rats are trained to detect landmines and tuberculosis. It describes how this began and how it is helping people. Year level(s): 3  4  5  6 Reading level: Q Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Science and human endeavour. Science: Living things Content vocabulary: African giant-pouched rats clicker deminer diagnose excavated explosion explosives handler infectious disease landmines metal detector mine detection rats organisation rodents scents sputum trigger tuberculosis war-torn High frequency words: Key concepts: Rats can be trained to help people. Rats can use their sense of smell to detect things such as landmines and tuberculosis. Reading strategies: Asking questions about the information Phonics: Paired text: Clever Ratty Supporting material: Lesson Plan - HeroRATs / Clever Ratty 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