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The Secret Hideaway
by Annette Smith and Mark WilsonMitch, Ben and mum and dad have gone hiking in the rainforest for the day. They go swimming in a pool with a water fall and have lunch before it is time to start heading home. On the way back it starts to rain heavily and they cannot cross the river as it has become too deep and fast. The family must now find somewhere to stay for the night so they can cross the river when it goes down in the morning.
The Gigantic Bell
by Annette SmithLong, long ago, in an old city in China, there lived a wise man named Lu Ban. He was known far and wide for the magnificent houses and bridges that he had built. He was a master craftsman. Although he was famous, Lu Ban never believed that he was too important or too busy to listen to other people. And he always shared his own ideas with them. Long after he died, Chinese craftsmen remembered the great work of Lu Ban. They wanted to be as wise as he had been. This is a story about some craftsmen who made a gigantic bell. Individual Student Edition Gold (levels 21-22)
Falcon
by Stephen HarrisonCarlos and Ricky arrive at a campsite with their father, where they discover a large injured bird. Dad identifies it as a falcon and he calls a nearby rescue center. Max and Lisa, from Raptor Center, put the falcon in a cage and take it back with them. The falcon does well and Max suggests the boys come to watch the release of the falcon in a few weeks. Later, the boys and their parents go to the place where the bird will be released. Their father tells them they should feel proud about helping to save the falcon, which flies off into the distance.
Volcanoes and Geysers
by Mary DraperThis text introduces children to volcanoes and volcanic activity. It also describes the effect of volcanic activity upon the environment. Other text forms include diagrams, explanations and a newspaper report.
The Man Who Sat in the Park
by Louise Schofield and Suzie ByrneBradley becomes friendly with Stan, an old homeless man in the park. Bradley volunteers to help at the men’s shelter and finds out more about his new friend. Stan makes Bradley a paper boat to sail in the park pond. One day, Stan doesn’t show up in the park and Bradley discovers he has been taken to hospital. When Stan dies, Bradley’s parents give him a model boat to remind him of his friend.
Spanish Omelette
by Jackie Tidey and Trish HillThe story engages children to taste vocabulary with the recipe of Spanish Omelette. Individual Student Edition Silver (levels 23-24)
The Highway Turtles
by Corinne Fenton and Jenny MountstephenThe story of a family of turtles which are in danger of being displaced by new construction. Individual Student Edition Gold (levels 21-22)
Waterfalls, Glaciers, and Avalanches
by Jan AndersonThis text focuses upon the movement and flow of water, ice and snow, and how this affects the environment and the lifestyles of the people who live there. Text forms include a labelled diagram, a diary excerpt and a newspaper report.
Survivors in the Frozen North
by Beverley Randell and Julian BruereThis story is based on the factual behaviour of polar bears in the Arctic region. The three chapters describe how two cubs, at three months, six months and two years, survive the freezing conditions of the North Pole.
Tiny Dinosaurs
by Heather Hammonds and Jenny MountstephenGrace and Amy are twins while planning a science project, they are reminded that small animals can die if they are removed from their natural environment.
Wolves
by Beverley RandellThis text contain facts about wolves. Topics included are: communication, hunting in all seasons, wolf pups and locations.
King of the Birds
by Dawn McMillanLong ago, the birds of the forest came together to choose a king. They needed a fair way to choose, so they decided that the bird who could fly the highest should be king ...
Whirlwind
by Mike GrafOne windy day, when Matt and Dad are flying Matt's kite, Whirlwind, they see some storm clouds approached. The sky grows darker, and thunder rumbles in the distance. A small piece of cloud starts spinning down towards the ground. Dad realizes that this is no ordinary storm. "That's a full-blown tornado!" he cries.
Ben's Tune
by Diana Chase and Pat ReynoldsBen was born with one hand much smaller than the other. But this doesn't stop him thumping out tunes on the piano. The problem is that music teachers won't give Ben a chance to prove how well he can play.
Jordan and the Northside Reps
by Stephen HarrisonJordan and the Northside Reps by Stephen Harrison.
King Midas and the Golden Touch
by Jenny GilesRetelling of the tale in which a king finds himself bitterly regretting the consequences of his wish that everything he touches would turn to gold. Suggested level: junior, primary.
Silver and Prince
by Beverley RandellSilver and Prince; a story of two cubs and their road to maturity. Story by Beverley Randell
Get the Picture?
by Jim HowesFrom ancient cave paintings to modern art, from still photography to moving images, from cartoon animation to computer graphics, new technology has changed the way we see and portray the world around us.
H For Horrible
by Chris BellJoss wouldn't have believed she and Hannah could become such good friends--not when things had started so badly. Now they seem to have so much in common. Plus they are both fans of the same band! So when Joss wins tickets to the Raging Bandits concert, she invites her new friend to go with her.
When Hannah arrives for the weekend, Joss is surprised. Hannah isn't at all like she seemed in her e-mails. And that's not the only surprise.
Storms
by Mary DraperA series of meticulously leveled fiction and nonfiction texts use recurring characters and authentic story lines that ignite student interest while systematically building high-frequency words and reading skills.