Polar Bears

About this text:Title:Polar Bears Synopsis:  Polar Bears is a report about polar  bears and how they survive in  their environment. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 19 Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences  Living things, behaviour Content vocabulary: claws cubs den fish frozen fur habitat hunt mammals pad polar bear prey rangers sea birds sea ice seals skin tranquillise webbing wild High frequency words: Key concepts: Polar bears have adaptations that enable them to survive in their environment. Polar bears are losing their habitat and this is impacting on humans. Reading strategies: Recognising how a book is organised (question and answer) Phonics: Identifying ei making the long /a/ sound as in weigh Paired text: A Bear Called Trouble Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Polar Bears / A Bear called Trouble 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