About this text:Title:A Tale of Two Squirrels Synopsis: A Tale of Two Squirrels is a play about animals that are preparing for winter by collecting and storing food. Sid the squirrel is too busy playing to collect food, and when winter comes Sid finds himself in trouble. Year level(s): 1 2 3 Reading level: 21 Text type: Play Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences Living things, animal behaviour Content vocabulary: acorn acorn woodpecker bark beavers collect grass hay leaves squirrels store/d summer winter High frequency words: Key concepts: At times, some plant-eating animals do not have enough fresh food. Some animals collect and store food when it is plentiful so they can eat it when food is scarce. Reading strategies: Recognising and using text features (play) Phonics: Identifying contractions Paired text: Animals That Store Food Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Animals That Store Food / A Tale of Two Squirrels 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:
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