Farming is an ancient practice – it’s why people can live in cities, and it brings lots of foods to our tables. But modern farming is also having a negative impact on the environment, as we try to feed Earth’s enormous population. Luckily, there’s a mix of new ways and traditional knowledge to help people farm more sustainably.
Key Features
Comprehension Strategy: Background Knowledge
Genre: Non-Fiction
Learning Area: English,HASS,Science,Technology
Recommended Age: 10-12
Series: Novastar
Text Type: Exposition,Report
About NovaStar
NovaStar supports the explicit instruction of language comprehension, integrating background knowledge, vocabulary and comprehension strategies.
NovaStar can be used across middle and upper primary, with 60 titles best suited for readers aged between 8 and 10 years, and 60 titles best suited for readers aged between 10 and 12 years.
- Suited for years 3 – 6
- Includes contemporary fiction texts and knowledge-rich non-fiction texts
- Builds fluency, vocabulary and comprehension strategies and skills
- Contains explicit teaching notes and exemplar lesson plans
