Mud, Mud, Mud!

About this text:Title:Mud, Mud, Mud! Synopsis:  In Mud, Mud, Mud! the animals  work together to make a new mud  hole when their mud hole dries up. Year level(s): F  1 Reading level: 10 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences  Living things Content vocabulary: animals birds bugs cold Crab dust eggs elephant Frog help  hill hot jump/ed mud nest over pond skin sun trunk turtle water High frequency words: New: again day from good her how know one very were Key concepts: Some animals need mud to have healthy lives. More can be achieved from working together than from working alone. Reading strategies: Using syntax to support reading Phonics: Identifying the number of sounds in words Paired text: Animals That Need Mud Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Animals That Need Mud / Mud, Mud, Mud! 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