Book details
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 11: TreeTops: Bertha's Secret Battle
Description
Treetops is Oxford Reading Tree's new series of fiction with built-in progression for pupils aged 7 to 11. Specially written for children who need the support of carefully monitored language levels, the stories are accessible, motivating, and humorous. The series is organized into Oxford Reading Tree Stages (from Stage 10 to Stage 14), with each stage introducing more complex narrative forms, including flashbacks and changes in viewpoint; descriptive writing;
extended reading vocabulary; and more pages, more text, and fewer illustrations.
Each stage is supported by the Teacher's Guide, which offers guidance on using Treetops to assess children's reading ability, and includes a variety of activities (comprehension. writing for a range of audiences and in different forms, discussion and role play) many on photocopiable sheets.
Age
7-9
Text complexity
beginner
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Enhanced Reading Skills: Reading books from the Oxford Reading Tree series helps young readers develop their reading abilities through structured and leveled content, which is designed to progressively challenge and improve their literacy skills.
- Engaging Storylines: The TreeTops series is known for its captivating and diverse stories that keep children engaged and motivated to read. 'Bertha's Secret Battle' is likely to offer an intriguing plot that encourages children to read more.
- Educational Content: The Oxford Reading Tree books often incorporate educational themes and lessons, which can help children learn about historical events, scientific concepts, or moral values in an entertaining context.
- Supports Curriculum: The TreeTops series is aligned with school curriculums, making 'Bertha's Secret Battle' a useful resource for reinforcing topics and themes that children are learning in school, thus enhancing their academic development.