Book details
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 6-10: Robins: Pack 2: the Photograph
Published in
1988
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Description
Oxford Reading Tree Robins are extension stories designed to give competent readers practice in tackling longer and more complex stories. These stories feature characters, storylines, and settings based on life at home, school, and the community. They can be used at Stages 6-10 of the Oxford Reading Tree and are matched to Book Bands for easy reference. The books are available in mixed or class packs, and each pack of six stories includes a Teaching Notes booklet. The booklet includes a Vocabulary Chart listing Year 1 high frequency words and context words, and a Curriculum Coverage Chart listing activities and outcomes for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. Teaching Notes also offer suggestions for Comprehension, Group and Independent Reading Activities, Speaking and Listening Activities, and Writing, with prompts for responding to the story, personal experiences, cross-curricular links, and role play.
Age
5-8
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Enhances Reading Skills: 'Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 6-10: Robins: Pack 2: The Photograph' is designed to help young readers develop their reading abilities. The book is part of a well-structured program that gradually increases in difficulty, allowing children to improve their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency.
- Engaging Storyline: The book, written by Mike Poulton, offers an engaging and entertaining storyline that captures children's interest. This encourages them to read more and fosters a love for reading, which is essential for their educational development.
- Supports Curriculum Learning: The Oxford Reading Tree series is widely used in schools and is aligned with the curriculum. Reading this book can reinforce what children are learning in the classroom, providing a familiar context that supports their overall academic progress.
- Develops Imagination and Creativity: Reading fiction, like 'The Photograph,' allows children to explore new worlds, characters, and scenarios. This stimulates their imagination and creativity, which are important skills for problem-solving and innovation in their future endeavors.