Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.This highly visual non-fiction book gives fascinating facts and information about sea turtles, “the gentle giants of the ocean.” It describes their life cycle, their habitats and habits, and explains the different types of turtles, with special reference to the Caribbean. Environmental issues are highlighted and the reasons that turtles are endangered are discussed.The information is presented in an attractive and engaging way, with full-colour illustrations, maps and diagrams. It has been carefully written to suit students with increased awareness of vocabulary, who are ready to decipher new vocabulary with visual and context clues and to absorb more detailed information and technical language.White/Band 10 books have more complex sentences and figurative language.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
