When visitors flock to a new geological feature in Blue Canyon National Park, park rangers Victor and Tammy are worried for the visitors' safety. New recruit Victor relives an incident in his past while performing a dangerous rescue.Year Level: 4Reading Level: RText Type:  NarrativeCurriculum link: Science: Earth and space sciencesContent vocabulary: Verbs: clutching crackled dangling emerged filming focused shackled slipped stridingFigurative language: a blanket of dark clouds color drained from his face Victor was frozen Victor's head spun Nouns related to setting: canyon first aid kit harness heat blanket helicopter ledge mountain national park ranger station rescue kit uniform walkie-talkieKey concepts: A character in a narrative can have vivid flashbacks about past events in their life. A character's emotions and actions can be influenced by their past experiences.Reading strategies: Identifying and recognizing the reason for varying narrative structure (flashback)Paired text: What's the Attraction?Paired title ISBN: 9781761073113Supporting material:  Lesson Plan - What's the Attraction? / Rescue at Blue Canyon (9781761073441)Series: Flying Start to LiteracyAlternative purchasing options: This title is available in one of several value packs. Speak to your Oxford Education consultant today to learn more www.oup.com.au/contactDigital sample pages: can be viewed at www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au/online-sampleSeries information: Flying Start to Literacy is an award-winning comprehensive literacy program. It reflects best practice in literacy instruction and supports the systematic development of students' reading strategies and skills.Each Student Book is part of connected pair, a narrative book and an informative book, both presenting the same key concepts and vocabulary. These titles have been trialled with a range of readers, including English language learners.Each pair of Student Books is supported by a Lesson Plan. These visually appealing resources are durable and easy-to-use. They integrate oral language, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension, writing and phonics.Reading strategies, phonics and phonemic awareness and repetition of high-frequency words are all developed through this series, enhancing the reader's fluency and comprehension. With an array of engaging titles to choose from, readers will laugh, explore and share in the adventure whilst learning and expanding their vocabulary.Flying Start to Literacy resources are suitable for use as part of an early intervention program and provide effective support for English language learners.This series is supported by a wealth of teacher resources, which can be obtained by visiting www.flyingstarttoliteracy.com.au.