Monsoon Rain

by Shanahan

About this text:Title:Monsoon Rain Synopsis:  Monsoon Rain explains the weather patterns in places where there is a wet season and a dry season only. It explains what happens when the monsoon rain arrives. Year level(s): 1  2 Reading level: 14 Text type: Explanation Curriculum link: Science: Earth and space sciences  Weather patterns Content vocabulary: city dries drink dry food grow heat hot monsoon plants rain rainwater High frequency words: New: home(s) house(s) into most much people these until water year Key concepts: In some places it is either very dry or very wet. The rain that comes after a long, dry stretch is called monsoon rain. Monsoon rain affects people and animals in many ways. Reading strategies: Self-extending  using a range of cues Phonics: Identifying the long /a/ sound made by ai as in rain, wait Paired text: The Wise Bird Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Monsoon Rain / The Wise Bird 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