A Hard Choice by Beck (9781743201633)

Description - A Hard Choice by Beck

About this text:Title:A Hard Choice Synopsis: When Dad goes off to fight a bushfire, Carlos doesn’t expect that by the end of the day he will have to make some hard choices. A Hard Choice explores what is really important to people when disaster strikes. Year level(s): 1 2 3 Reading level: 29 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Civics and Citizenship: Facing challenges Content vocabulary: control firefighter fire spotters flying embers inferno risk smoke volunteers water tank High frequency words: Key concepts: Bushfires are naturally occurring events that have a serious impact on people, plants and animals. When faced with disaster, people must decide what is most valuable to them. Reading strategies: Identifying characters’ traits and motivations Phonics: Representations of the short /i/ sound as in system, whistling Paired text: Bushfires Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Bushfires / A Hard Choice 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

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