Author(s): Marilyn Woolley

Early Learning (ages 2+)

About this text:Title:Big Ships Need Tugboats Synopsis:  Big Ships Need Tugboats is a report about how small tugboats guide big ships in to and out of the docks. Year level(s): F  1 Reading level: 10 Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Physical sciences  Pushing and pulling Content vocabulary: around back boats bumping close dock help hitting holds leave meet need pads sea ship/s soft strong team three tugboats two High frequency words: New: by from if long or other very when work Key concepts: Large vehicles are difficult to manoeuvre in water. When people cooperate and work as a team, they achieve more than they could on their own. Reading strategies: Reading diagrams to add meaning Phonics: Identifying sh as in ship Paired text: The Tugboat Team Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Big Ships Need Tugboats / The Tugboat Team 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