Reading Champion: Wheels: Independent Reading Pink 1B Non-fiction
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What’s inside...
This non-fiction book introduces young readers to the concept of wheels and showcases their function in various objects and vehicles. The book is part of the Reading Champion series, intentionally linked to book bands to aid in the development of independent reading skills. Developed by Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE), the series offers engaging stories and artwork, along with a reading activity to reinforce reading skills. Each book is carefully graded to match a child's reading ability, making it a perfect read for children aged 4-5, reading at book band pink.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some different types of wheels you noticed in the book? How do they help us every day?
Can you think of a creative way to use wheels in a new invention?
How do the wheels in the book compare to the wheels we see around us? Are they the same or different?
What would happen if wheels were never invented? How would that change things?
Which wheel in the book was your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they already know about wheels, sparking curiosity and making connections to their existing knowledge.
While reading, point out different wheels in the illustrations and discuss their uses, encouraging observational skills.
After reading, together with your child, look for objects around your home or neighborhood that use wheels, enhancing practical understanding of the concept.
Encourage your child to draw or build their version of a wheel using craft materials or building blocks, fostering creativity and hands-on learning.
Relate the wheels theme to your child’s favorite toys or vehicles, making the reading experience more relevant and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding different modes of transportation
Explanation: This book introduces children to various types of wheels and the vehicles they're associated with.
Real-World Application: Children learn to identify and differentiate vehicles in their environment, enhancing their observational skills.
Example Lesson: Learning new vocabulary
Explanation: The book presents technical terms associated with vehicles and transportation, tailored to young readers.
Real-World Application: Children can expand their vocabulary and improve their communication skills by learning and using new words related to transportation.
Example Lesson: Grasping basic science and engineering concepts
Explanation: The book explains the basic functions of wheels and how they aid in movement.
Real-World Application: This introduces children to foundational concepts in physics and engineering, promoting early scientific thinking.