The Air I Breathe Level 21-22

The Air I Breathe raises awareness of air pollution and the importance of clean air for our health and the planet. Linked to the anchor text Helping Planet Earth, this title examines the causes of air pollution and encourages students to think critically about their environment. It features clear headings in the form of questions, a contents page, glossary, fact box, and visual elements like a table and close-up images that reveal details often unseen. With a focus on initial and final consonant blends, the text also supports phonemic development. The book inspires young readers to take responsibility for their actions and learn how small changes can lead to cleaner air. This is a timely and relevant resource to support environmental education.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops awareness of environmental issues and human impact.
• Enhances vocabulary and decoding skills through consonant blends.
• Strengthens non-fiction reading skills using tables, captions, and glossaries.
• Promotes critical thinking and problem-solving in environmental contexts.

Classroom Ideas:

• Track local air pollution levels as a class and discuss causes.
• Make posters showing ways to reduce air pollution.
• Sort words from the text by consonant blend categories.
• Debate solutions to reduce air pollution in your school community.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 7+
• Book dimensions: 20cm x 15cm; 16 pages
• Eco-friendly printing and binding materials
• Safe for independent classroom or home reading