A Dollar a Day

About this text:Title:A Dollar a Day Synopsis:  When his father dies, eleven-year-old Mickey has to leave school and start work in a coal mine to support his family. He faces many challenges underground in the dark. Year level(s): 3  4  5  6 Reading level: U Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: History: Cause and effect. English: literature- Historical fiction Content vocabulary: caked churned nudged piled plodded scolded thumped tucked pulling his leg squeezing the life out of him taking the other’s measure coal mine colliery curry combs dandy brush girders headlamp kerchief liniment mule driver schoolhouse shaft sprag stablemaster High frequency words: Key concepts: Some events can change a character’s life. A character’s development can be shown by how they respond to particular events. Reading strategies: Linking character development to events in the plot Phonics: Paired text: Fighting For Children's Rights: The Story of Lewis Hine Supporting material: Lesson Plan - Fighting For Children's Rights: The Story of Lewis Hine / A Dollar a Day 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