Book details
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 3: Sparrows: Midge and the Eggs
Published in
2004
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Description
Oxford Reading Tree Sparrows are designed to provide consolidation and breadth for children needing extensive reading practice before advancing to the next level. Authored by Roderick Hunt, the stories introduce a variety of characters, families, and settings to expand children's reading experience. All stories align with the Book Bands system for easy coding. Additional reading development resources are available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. The books can be purchased individually, in a mixed pack of 6, or a class pack of 36 at the same level. The Stage 3 Sparrows include 6 familiar stories with new covers and revised text to match Stage 3 of the Oxford Reading Tree New Edition. Two original Stage 4 stories have been adapted for Stage 3. Each pack of 6 stories includes a 24-page Teaching Notes booklet with vocabulary charts, curriculum coverage for various regions, and activities mapped to specific objectives for reading, speaking, listening, and writing, making it a comprehensive tool for classroom management and student assessment.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
16 pages
Why to read
- Foundational Reading Skills: 'Midge and the Eggs' is part of the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is designed to help young readers develop essential reading skills. Engaging with this book can enhance a child's ability to decode text, understand simple narratives, and build vocabulary.
- Character Familiarity: The 'Sparrows' series features recurring characters that children can get to know and love. Reading about Midge's adventures can provide a sense of familiarity and continuity, which is comforting and encouraging for early readers.
- Educational Content: The book is written by Roderick Hunt, an experienced author in children's education. His expertise ensures that the content is age-appropriate and pedagogically sound, supporting literacy development in line with educational standards.
- Illustrative Support: The book includes colorful and engaging illustrations that support the text and help young readers to comprehend the story. Visual cues are particularly important at Stage 3 of the Oxford Reading Tree, as they aid in the retention of new words and the understanding of the plot.