Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest

Sea Otters and the Kelp ForestDive into the captivating world of marine biology with 'Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest'. This beautifully illustrated report is designed for young readers in Year levels 1 and 2, providing an engaging introduction to the vital relationship between sea otters and their unique habitat, the kelp forest. The book offers insightful information on the role of sea otters in the ecosystem, including how they hunt for food such as clams, crabs, and shellfish,

Dive into the captivating world of marine biology with 'Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest'. This beautifully illustrated report is designed for young readers in Year levels 1 and 2, providing an engaging introduction to the vital relationship between sea otters and their unique habitat, the kelp forest. The book offers insightful information on the role of sea otters in the ecosystem, including how they hunt for food such as clams, crabs, and shellfish, and their methods of survival amidst the kelp. With a reading level of 14, 'Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest' utilizes age-appropriate vocabulary and high-frequency words, making it a perfect educational resource for developing literacy skills. Explore significant themes such as the interconnectedness of species within a food chain and the impact of human actions on marine environments. This 16-page report not only aligns with the Science curriculum on biological sciences but also encourages young readers to ponder their role in environmental stewardship. Enhance your child's understanding of ecosystems with this essential addition to your educational collection. Note: Shipping for this item is FREE; please allow 15 days for delivery. Since it's shipped from our Auckland warehouse, there are 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: 9781742340906
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 16


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About this text:Title:Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest Synopsis:  Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest is a report about sea otters and the different ways they use the kelp forest to survive. Year level(s): 1  2 Reading level: 14 Text type: Report Curriculum link: Science: Biological sciences  Habitat, food chain Content vocabulary: clams crabs eating hunt(ing) kelp kelp forest pups rocks sea otters shellfish skin swimming tails webbed High frequency words: New: away back because find into live over these until water while Key concepts: Sea otters and kelp forests both need each other to survive. If one link in a food chain is broken, all members of the chain are affected. Human actions can have an impact on environments and their inhabitants. Reading strategies: Self-correcting for meaning Reading captions to gain further information from the text Phonics: Identifying the /v/ sound made by ve as in leaves Paired text: The Luck of the Sea Otters Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Sea Otters and the Kelp Forest / The Luck of the Sea Otters 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