About this text:Title:Polar Bears and the Arctic Sea Ice Synopsis:  Polar Bears and the Arctic Sea Ice reports on polar bears and how they survive in the harsh environment of the Arctic. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 23 Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences  Living things. Science: People and the environment Content vocabulary: Arctic Arctic ocean Arctic sea ice blubber cubs den extinct freezing  habitat ice floes polar bears sea ice seals survive temperature threaten High frequency words: Key concepts: Hummingbirds are the smallest birds and the only ones that can hover. Hummingbirds have body parts that help them to get the food they need to survive.   Some hummingbirds travel long distances to find food. Reading strategies: Making connections Phonics: Identifying the /air/ sound made by ear as in bear Paired text: Atka's Ice Adventure Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Polar Bears and the Arctic Sea Ice / Atka's Ice Adventure 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