Disappearing Ice

Disappearing IceDiscover the critical insights within 'Disappearing Ice,' a compelling resource that illustrates the real world impact of climate change on Arctic environments. This BRAND NEW book, published in 2019 by ECPP, spans 20 pages and unpacks the alarming phenomenon of shrinking pack ice, highlighting how a warming climate disrupts the survival of iconic Arctic animals. Through engaging content vocabulary, including terms such as algae, climate change, and

Discover the critical insights within 'Disappearing Ice,' a compelling resource that illustrates the real-world impact of climate change on Arctic environments. This BRAND NEW book, published in 2019 by ECPP, spans 20 pages and unpacks the alarming phenomenon of shrinking pack ice, highlighting how a warming climate disrupts the survival of iconic Arctic animals. Through engaging content vocabulary, including terms such as algae, climate change, and water currents, young readers can explore essential STEM concepts linked to the curriculum. The WorldWise literacy program encourages inquiry and questioning, enriching literacy skills while providing a foundational understanding of natural and earth sciences. As students navigate the challenges posed by climate change, they engage actively with cross-disciplinary themes, honing their reading strategies and becoming informative text writers. Each Student Book is complemented by comprehensive WorldWise Lesson Plans, offering systematic instructions for vocabulary development, fluency, and comprehension. The inquiry-based approach makes learning both informative and enjoyable. Note: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As it's shipped from our Auckland warehouse, there are no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes.

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760868567
Year: 2019
Publisher: ECPP
Pages: 20


Description:
Title Information:­ Disappearing Ice: Disappearing Ice describes how a warmer climate is causing the pack ice in the Arctic to shrink. It explains why it is difficult for many Arctic animals to survive now that there is less pack ice.Content vocabulary:algae, Arctic, climate, climate change, extinct, ice sheets, pack ice, predators, water currents,  zooplanktonKey concepts: The amount of pack ice in the Arctic is decreasing.  Many animals that live in the Arctic are struggling to survive because there is less pack ice.Reading Strategies: Linking graphics and visual images to running textRelated resource:Lesson Plan - Disappearing IceSeries Information: WorldWise is a high-interest literacy program that encourages inquiry and questioning while extending knowledge in science and a range of STEM topics linked to the curriculum. This engaging program teaches reading strategies simultaneously with natural, earth and physical science concepts – reflecting the diversity of the world students live in.Students will develop strategies and skills to read informative texts across a range of text types while they learn to become informative text writers. With an assortment of text types on offer, themes and concepts are introduced and revisited across the reading stages, building on initial concepts with increasing complexity.WorldWise Lesson Plans support each Student Book, offering practical, systematic and easy-to-implement instructions. These visually appealing resources integrate oral language, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension, writing and phonics.WorldWise Investigations is a web-based tool tha