About this text:Title:Robots Run Riot Synopsis: Robots Run Riot is a narrative about a farmer who invents robots to help her do jobs. One night a storm strikes when the robots are being recharged, causing them to do some strange things! Year level(s): 1 2 Reading level: 18 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Technologies: Design technologies Content vocabulary: batteries charger Dogbot Eggbot electricity invented robots recharged Spraybot tank wheels High frequency words:
Key concepts: Robots are machines that can do jobs that are too difficult or dangerous for humans to do. New robots are being invented that will be able to do even more things that are difficult or dangerous for humans to do. Reading strategies: Self-correcting at point of error Phonics: Identifying the r controlled vowel /or/ sound as in storm Paired text: Robots Today, Robots Tomorrow Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Robots Today, Robots Tomorrow / Robots Run Riot 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:
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