Cambridge Reading Adventures: Turquoise Band: Power Cut (NOC)
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Description
Synopsis:
Power Cut is a fiction title from the Cambridge Reading Adventures series, designed to engage primary school readers. The story follows a family during a sudden power outage, exploring how they cope and find alternative activities without electricity. The book uses simple vocabulary and vivid illustrations to support early reading development.
Table of Contents or Chapters:
1. The Lights Go Out
2. Finding a Torch
3. Playing Games
4. Dinner by Candlelight
5. The Power Returns
Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
- Develop reading fluency and comprehension skills at Turquoise Band level.
- Build vocabulary related to daily routines and problem-solving.
- Understand cause and effect through narrative events.
- Encourage discussion about energy use and family activities.
About the Author:
Peter Millett is an experienced author of children's educational books, known for creating engaging stories that align with curriculum learning objectives. He has contributed to multiple reading schemes, including the Cambridge Reading Adventures series.
About the Publisher:
Cambridge University Press is a world-leading academic publisher, producing high-quality educational materials for schools worldwide. Their Cambridge Reading Adventures series is designed to support the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework.