The Right Tools for the Job

About this text:Title:The Right Tools for the Job Synopsis:  The Right Tools for the Job explains how animals use their body parts to get the food they need. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 22 Text type: Explanation Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences  Living things, animal structure and function Content vocabulary: acid anteater/s ants beak beavers blood claws eyesight fangs flowers giraffe gnaw grasshopper hovering hummingbird/s hyena/s insects leaves nectar poison prey scavengers snouts spiders stomach sucking survive teeth termites thorns tongue/s tool/s turkey vultures vampire bats High frequency words: Key concepts: Some animals eat food that is difficult to reach, collect or get to. These animals have the right body parts to get the foods they need. Reading strategies: Reading and interpreting a summary chart Phonics: Identifying ngue making the /ng/ sound as in tongue Paired text: Arnold Saves the Day Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Arnold Saves the Day / The Right Tools for the job 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 Digital sample pages: can be viewed at 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

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