About this text:Title:Where is Coco? Synopsis: In Where is Coco?, Coco the dog is expecting puppies, but when a cyclone comes, she cannot be found. Will Coco be safe in the terrible storm? And what about her pups? Year level(s): 1 2 Reading level: 14 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Science: Earth science Content vocabulary: blow/ing buckets clean crash cyclone Dad fall family home house Mum okay outside rain raining safe strong/er table tree water wind High frequency words: New: away cannot getting wanted Key concepts: Cyclones are dangerous events. People must take precautions to stay safe during cyclones. Reading strategies: Making connections about characters' feelings Phonics: Identifying the long /a/ sound as in rain Paired text: Cyclone Scrapbook Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Cyclone Scrapbook / Where is Coco? 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
