Our Active Earth by Creasy (9781760674939)

Description - Our Active Earth by Creasy

About this text:Title:Our Active Earth Synopsis: Our Active Earth explains how the structure and movement of the Earth causes events such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hot spots and tsunamis Year level(s): 3 4 5 6 Reading level: S Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Earth and space sciences changes to the Earth’s surface. Geography: Factors that shape the human and environmental characteristics of a place Content vocabulary: catastrophic continents core crust destruction dormant earthquakes epicentre eruption fault lines geologists geyser hot spots lava magma mantle molten Richter scale steam vents tectonic plates tsunamis volcanoes High frequency words: Key concepts: The Earth is made up of several layers that are constantly moving and changing. The movement of the Earth can cause volcanoes, hot spots, earthquakes and tsunamis, which can have devastating effects on people Reading strategies: Searching for information in a variety of visual images (photos, diagrams, maps) Phonics: Paired text: A New Geyser Erupts Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Our Active Earth / A New Geyser Erupts 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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