About this text:Title:Bushfires Synopsis:  Bushfires explains what bushfires are, how they start and how people can prepare for and survive bushfires. Year level(s): 1  2  3 Reading level: 29 Text type: Explanation Curriculum link: Geography Content vocabulary: air tankers arson control firefighter fire retardants fire spotters flying embers fuel high-fire-danger zones inferno lightning strike melt moisture out of control oxygen risk smoke smouldering spot fires temperature threatens undergrowth volunteers water tanks High frequency words: Key concepts: Bushfires are naturally occurring events that have a serious impact on people, plants and animals. Reading strategies: Linking information in photographs and written text Phonics: Representations of the long /i/ sound as in height, fight, fire, sign Paired text: A Hard Choice Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Bushfires / A Hard Choice 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