This is a single, multi-chapter story. Students play the role of the main character, making decisions that will shape the direction of the plot. This interactivity increases student involvement, interest and desire to read. Search for the Lost Oasis’ appeals to students in grades 4 and 5 as well as older students who are experiencing reading difficulties.
Targeted Skills
Drawing Conclusions
Getting the Facts
Factual Recall
Predicting Outcomes
Using Verbs
Contractions
Plurals
Using Words in Context
Pronouns
Phonics
Working with Syllables
Word Meanings
Root Words
Compound Words
Search for the Lost Oasis is high interest, yet easy to read.
Dynamic, exciting illustrations accompany each page of text.
Ideal for older students with reading difficulties
Stimulating illustrations accompany each page of text
Vocabulary and comprehension questions on each page
A help system ensures that readers always know what is expected of them
Stories are written using controlled vocabulary.
Pronunciation and definitions are available for difficult words.
Reinforces correct answers to encourage and motivate students
Can be used by any number of students, over and over, year after year
Reading level gradually increases in difficulty as students progress through the program
Drawing Conclusions 
