Book details
Oxford Reading Tree
Published in
1990
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Description
A lively set of playscript adaptations of the original six Magpies storybooks at Stage 8, these are ideal for consolidation and reading practice, and can be used with groups or individuals. They teach the conventions of drama and develop skills in reading aloud and shared reading. Each play has a cast list of between four and six characters including one or more narrators. There are six lines of text per page and suggestions for sound effects. The words are close to
the original story and the artwork is completely re-drawn to show similar scenes to the original storybooks.
Age
4-9
Text complexity
developing
Length
24 pages
Why to read
- The Oxford Reading Tree books are designed to support children's literacy with age-appropriate vocabulary and sentence structures, making them ideal for young readers.
- The series features a wide range of engaging stories and characters that capture children's imagination and encourage a love for reading.
- The books are often accompanied by teaching materials and activities that help reinforce reading skills and comprehension in an interactive way.
- Reading Oxford Reading Tree books can help build confidence in reading, as the series is structured in levels that gradually increase in difficulty, allowing children to progress at their own pace.