Nature's Red Flags

Nature's Red FlagsDiscover the importance of environmental awareness with 'Nature's Red Flags,' an essential educational book designed for Year 1 to 3 students. This brand new text explores how certain animal species, such as frogs, are sensitive to changes in their habitat. By monitoring these creatures, scientists can track environmental health and alert us to potential ecological issues like pollution, global warming, and habitat destruction. With 28 pages of

Discover the importance of environmental awareness with 'Nature's Red Flags,' an essential educational book designed for Year 1 to 3 students. This brand new text explores how certain animal species, such as frogs, are sensitive to changes in their habitat. By monitoring these creatures, scientists can track environmental health and alert us to potential ecological issues like pollution, global warming, and habitat destruction. With 28 pages of engaging, informative content, this book integrates vital curriculum links with high-frequency vocabulary essential for young readers. Key concepts laid out in this text emphasize the significance of species monitoring and the impact of human activity on wildlife. Students will learn about the role of various pollutants, from factory gases to pesticides, and how these affect local ecosystems. This text is part of the award-winning 'Flying Start to Literacy' series, promoting systematic development of reading strategies tailored for young learners. Exploring topics like reproduction, and absorption of chemicals, this book encourages children to observe and investigate their surroundings, fostering a broader understanding of biological sciences. Perfect for classrooms or at-home learning, 'Nature's Red Flags' not only supports literacy but also cultivates an appreciation for nature and science. Note: Shipping for this item is FREE! Please allow 15 days for delivery from our Auckland warehouse, ensuring no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes.

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760868949
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 28


Description:
About this text:Title:Nature's Red Flags Synopsis:  Some animals are particularly sensitive to changes in their habitat, so a decrease in numbers can alert scientists that something might be wrong. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 27 Text type: Explanation Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences   Content vocabulary: absorb chemicals extinct factory gases global warming habitat investigate investigations larva monitoring nymphs pesticides pollinating pollutants pollution polluted polluting reproduce scientists species   High frequency words: Key concepts: Some animal species, such as frogs, are particularly sensitive to changes in their habitat, such as pollution. Changes in the health or numbers of these species alert scientists to the possibility of a problem with their habitat. Reading strategies: Using context to understand the meaning of content words Phonics: Identifying the /k/ sound represented by ch as in chemicals Paired text: Bring Back the Frogs Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Nature's Red Flags / Bring Back the Frogs 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 Studen