Protecting the People of the Arrow

Deep in the jungle of Brazil lives a tribe known as the People of the Arrow. Read about the expedition that set out to discover where they live, so that this area can be protected and these people can continue to live their traditional lifestyle. Year Level: 4 Reading Level: S Text Type: Factual Recount Curriculum link: History: First contacts Content vocabulary: activist Amazon rainforest canoe communities expedition Flecheiros humidity indigenous mission People of the Arrow poison route scout seasonal trekked treks uncontacted people village Key concepts: Uncontacted people live in remote places. They have their own language, culture, and traditions.If uncontacted tribes are not protected, they could be destroyed. Reading strategies: Making inferences about information Paired text: Outsiders! Paired title ISBN: 9781761073144 Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Protecting the People of the Arrow / Outsiders (9781761073458) 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 .