About this text:Title:The Wreck of the Maitland Synopsis:  The Wreck of the Maitland recounts the story of a paddleboat that was caught in a storm and wrecked. It focuses on the amazing survival of one-year-old passenger, Daisy. Year level(s): 1  2 Reading level: 13 Text type: Recount Curriculum link: History: The past in the present Content vocabulary: coast crew mascot paddleboat rocks rope sailed sea ship smashed water waves wind wreck High frequency words: New: back big call(ed) could girl into left never next night people water who year Key concepts: Paddleboats were once a popular form of water transport. Sea travel can be dangerous during stormy weather. Reading strategies: Reading a recount. Syntax  using the sentence structure to decode Phonics: Identifying /r/ represented by wr as in wreck, wrapped Paired text: The Great Paddleboat Race Supporting material: Lesson Plan - The Wreck of the Maitland / The Great Paddleboat Race 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