About this text:Title:John McBee Synopsis:  John McBee is a delightful rhyming tale about a boy and a bear. John McBee gets a fearsome fright when he encounters a bear in the tree  he has climbed. He starts a chase when he flees from the frightening bear only to find that when the bear finally catches up with him,  he just wants to be John McBee’s friend! Year level: F Reading level: Pre K Text type: Narrative Curriculum link: Health and Physical Education: Relationships Content vocabulary: brand bridge clatter fearsome fetch fright kite new patter play rope slide squish swish tree tunnel High frequency words: a and are at be from he his I is of that the to with you Key concepts: Playgrounds are fun places to visit. Sometimes we don’t understand when people want to be our friends. Phonics: Identifying the /j/ sound as in John Phonemic awareness: Rhyming words as in McBee/tree, there/bear, rope/hope, sound/around Paired titles: Nil Supporting material: Lesson Plan, Playground Vocabulary Starter 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-sampleSeries 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. 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