Title: Shapes Vocabulary StarterLevel: 1Books this title supports: I Spy Shapes, What Shape Can You See?, Shapes Around UsAbout: A Vocabulary Starter links to each Shared Book. This link provides teachers with an opportunity to explore the key vocabulary related to the specific topic of the book and is an excellent support for ELL students. Vocabulary Starters are designed to support the early emergent stage. They:are sturdy, laminated cards with seven folding panelsuse unambiguous, full-colour photographs to introduce key vocabularyare designed to have one for each pair of Levels 1 and 2 books, and one for each Shared Reading setprovide activities on the back of the photographs for developing oral reading and writingSeries 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.