Manta Rays

About this text:Title:Manta Rays Synopsis:  Manta Rays is a report about the physical adaptations and behaviour of manta rays. Year level(s): 1  2 Reading level: 12 Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Living things Content vocabulary: animals body breathe catch eyes fins fish flapping flat float flying food gills hunt manta ray plants rays sea sift swim tail thin top water High frequency words: New: after because by different find its itself long small sometimes soon Key concepts: Manta rays are living things that live in the sea. Manta rays are well adapted to this habitat, where they are able to find food  and reproduce. Reading strategies: Using an index Phonics: Identifying the long /a/ sound as in ray Paired text: The Ray Who Wanted to Fly Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Manta Rays / The Ray Who Wanted to Fly 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