The Great Railroad Race

About this text: Title: The Great Railroad Race Synopsis: The Great Railroad Race is about the building of the transcontinental railroad line across the USA. Year level(s): 1 2 3 Reading level: 24 Text type: Historical Recount Curriculum link: History The past in the present Content vocabulary: avalanche blizzards bridges building canyon coast east explosives journey railroad track supplies travel tunnels west High frequency words: Key concepts: The building of America’s transcontinental railroad was a huge achievement. The people who built the railroad were very brave because it was dangerous and difficult work. Reading strategies: Integrating visual and text information Phonics: Identifying the long /o/ sound represented by oa as in railroad, coast. Paired text: The Legend of Jimmy Drake Supporting material: Lesson Plan - The Great Railroad Race / The Legend of Jimmy Drake 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