Rory's Dance

About this text: Title:Rory's Dance Synopsis:  In Rory’s Dance, Rory the lion loves to sing and dance but she cannot roar! But when Rory saves the pride, she proves it’s okay to be different. Year level(s):  1 2 Reading level: 15 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Civics and Citizenship: Relationships and roles Content vocabulary: creep cubs dance different grasslands growl/ed hungry hunt/ing/er lion/s pride sing zebra/s High frequency words: Key concepts: Lions live in a group called a pride. Not all members of a group are the same. Lions work together to hunt. Different skills can be useful in a group or team. Reading strategies: Using chapter headings to predict Phonics: Identifying the short /u/ sound as in cub, hunt Paired text: When Lions Hunt Supporting material: Lesson Plan - When Lions Hunt / Rory's Dance 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