It Can Float Level 3-5

It Can Float explores the concept of buoyancy through a delightful range of floating animals and objects, such as ducks, leaves, and planes. With a repeated sentence structure and high-frequency vocabulary, it encourages word recognition and fluency while linking literacy to scientific observation. The book culminates in a surprising ending, helping children develop the skill of anticipating variation in texts. Featuring consonant blends and a focus on matching images with text, It Can Float supports early scientific inquiry and promotes questioning and connection-making. This resource integrates language and science learning, making it a valuable tool for emergent readers.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces the concept of floating and sinking in physical science.
• Reinforces phonemic awareness through blends like œfl, œcr, and œpl.
• Develops print tracking and fluency through predictable structure.
• Encourages questioning and text-to-self connections.

Classroom Ideas:

• Conduct a float-or-sink experiment with real objects.
• Use the book as a model for writing œIt can¦ pattern books.
• Create a class graph of items that float or sink.
• Integrate storytelling with science by acting out the floating journey.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 4+
• Dimensions: 20cm x 15cm
• 16 pages, softcover
• No loose or hazardous materials