Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 5-6: Glow-worms: Pack (6 Books, 1of Each Title)
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What’s inside...
Oxford Reading Tree Stages 5-6 Glow-worms, formerly known as Catkins and More Catkins poetry, features a poetry selection specifically curated to match topics relevant to children in this age group. Each pack contains six books, each with a new cover and illustrations by various artists. The topics covered include pets, special days, food, farms, seasons, and shopping. These poems are designed to be at the level of difficulty of Y1 T3/P2 T3 and are independent from other Oxford Reading Tree Stories, but they can be introduced alongside storybooks at Levels 5 and 6. The pack also includes a Teaching Notes booklet which provides a Vocabulary Chart, a Curriculum coverage chart, and suggestions for various classroom activities.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What emotions did you feel when you read about the characters' adventures?
Which character did you relate to the most and why?
How would you have handled the situation differently if you were in the story?
What do you think is the main message of these stories?
Can you think of a time when you experienced something similar to what happened in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Active Listening: Show interest by nodding and asking follow-up questions based on your child’s responses.
Relate to Personal Experiences: Share a similar story from your own life to make the discussion more relatable and engaging.
Create a Comfortable Environment: Choose a quiet, cozy place for reading and discussion to make your child feel secure and attentive.
Encourage Imagination: Ask your child to draw a scene from the book, or to act out their favorite part, reinforcing their connection to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in these stories often work together to solve problems or overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities or teamwork tasks at school, learning how to share responsibilities and collaborate with others effectively.
Example Lesson: Respect for others
Explanation: Respect is a recurring theme where characters learn to honor each other's feelings and perspectives.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to value and consider other people's viewpoints and emotions, encouraging empathetic interactions and relationships in their everyday lives.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Stories in this collection depict characters facing challenges but persevering to find solutions.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence in overcoming difficulties in their academic and personal endeavors, understanding that not giving up is key to success.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: These stories encourage exploring new ideas and acquiring knowledge through curiosity.
Real-World Application: This instills an eagerness to learn and discover, motivating children to ask questions and seek knowledge in all areas of life.