About this text:Title:Getting Rid of Insects Synopsis:  In Getting Rid of Insects, Sam’s garden is overrun with insects. Molly suggests some environmentally-sound ways of getting rid of the insects without harming the plants. Year level(s): 1  2 Reading level: 11 Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Science: Environment Content vocabulary: around bag bean eat/eating flowers grew insect/s ladybirds leaf plants plastic pumpkin sheet smell spray High frequency words: New: away find know let’s must need onto put want worked Key concepts: Insects are part of the natural world. Insects in gardens can be controlled using natural means. Reading strategies: Attending to punctuation to support expressive and fluent reading of dialogue Phonics: Identifying the long /a/ sound represented by the letters ay as in away Paired text: Insect Hunt Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Insect Hunt / Getting Rid of Insects 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