CVC Practice (a, i)

Nasalized A (an, am)

o /ŏ/

d /d/

c /k/

u /ŭ/

g /g/

b /b/

e /ĕ/

Short Vowel Review (all)

-s /s/

-s /z/

k /k/

h /h/

r /r/ Part 1

r /r/ Part 2

l /l/ Part 1

l /l/ Part 2

w /w/

j /j/

y /y/

x /ks/

qu /kw/

v /v/

z /z/

Short A Review

Short I Review

Short O Review

Short A, I, O Review

Short U Review

Short E Review

FLSZ Spelling Rule

-all, -oll, -ull

ck /k/

sh /sh/

th /th/ (voiced)

th /th/ (unvoiced)

ch /ch/

Digraphs Review 1

wh /w/, ph /f/

ng /ŋ/

nk /ŋk/

Digraphs Review 2

a_e /ā/

i_e /ī/

o_e /ō/

VCe Review 1; e_e /ē/

u_e /ū/, /yū/

VCe Review 2

_ce /s/

_ge /j/

VCe Review 3; Exceptions

-ing

Syllables

Closed/Closed

Open and Closed

tch /ch/

dge /j/

tch, dge Review

Long VCC: -ild, -old,  -ind, -olt, -ost

y /ī/

y /ē/

Ending Patterns Review

ar /ar/

or /or/, ore /or/

ar, or, ore Review

er /er/

ir /er/, ur /er/

Spelling /er/: er, ir, ur, w + or

R-Controlled Vowels Review

ai /ā/, ay /ā/

ee /ē/, ea /ē/, ey /ē/

oa /ō/, ow /ō/, oe /ō/

ie /ī/, igh /ī/

Vowel Teams Review 1

u /oo/, oo /oo/

oo /ū/

ew /ū/, ui /ū/, ue /ū/

Vowel Teams Review 2

au /aw/, aw /aw/, augh /aw/

ea /ĕ/, a /ŏ/

oi /oi/, oy /oi/

ou /ow/, ow /ow/

Vowel Teams and Diphthongs Review

kn /n/, wr /r/, mb /m/

Suffixes; -s/-es

-er, -est

-less, -ful

Prefixes; un-

pre-, re-

dis-

Affixes Review

Doubling Rule: -ed, -ing

Doubling Rule: -er, -est

Drop E Rule

UFLI

- Use 3-5 words per sentence.
- Use a maximum of 7 sentences.
- Use the following story structure (1. Introduce the character. 2-3. Provide a bit of detail. 4. Character performs an action. 5-6. Provide a bit of detail. 7. Wrap things up). 
- ONLY use 1 syllable words.
- Repeat words and vary sentence structure slightly.
- Do not end the story with "the end"
- The sentences should be sensible to a young, learning, easily confused reader.

Tom sits on a mat.  
A bat is in a den.  
Tom sees a pig.  
The bat naps on a cot.  
Tom taps the bat.  
The pig digs in the mud.  
Tom nods at the pig.  
The bat gets a fig.  
Tom pats the pig.  
The bat sees a bug.  
Tom bids the bat.  
The bat sobs a bit.

Tom sees a pig in the den. The pig digs in mud. Will Tom and the pig be friends?

Tom meets a friendly pig in his dad's den. He and the pig share a fun day playing and finding food. But why does Tom feel sad when he says goodbye? Read to find out what happens between Tom and the pig!

Tom and the Pig

- Use 3-15 words per sentence.
- Generate 20-40 sentences
- Vary sentence structure and composition through a 'show not tell' story style. 
- Use dialogue and sensory details to support the 'show not tell' style.
- Use mostly 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a cohesive flow with a problem and solution.

ar /er/, or /er/

Hector the alligator lived at the edge of the river. He regularly loved to swim near the harbor because it was familiar to him. 

One bright morning, Hector found a collar near the harbor. It was a shiny, red collar with a tiny mirror attached. He wondered who it belonged to and decided to look for its owner.

He went to find his mentor, an armadillo, "Hey Brent, do you know who this collar belongs to?" Hector asked.

Not sure, Hector. Maybe try and ask Sakshi, the jaguar? She is a great explorer and may know who it belongs to" Brent replied. 

Hector crawled over to Sakshi the jaguar who was relaxing under a tree. "Do you recognize this collar?" 

Sakshi shook her head. "Sorry Hector, I have not seen that before."

Determined to find the owner, Hector followed a trail of water lily flowers along the river. Along the way, he met a lizard who was sunbathing on a rock. 

"Hello lizard! Do you know who this collar belongs to?" Hector asked. 

The lizard's eyes widened. "Oh yes! That collar is mine. I thought I had lost it forever! Thank you!"

Hector returned the collar to the lizard, who was very happy. "As a token of thanks, please take this jar of nectar," the lizard said, handing Hector a small jar. 

Hector thanked the lizard and waddled back to the popular spot near the harbor where he found his friend, Eleanor the aardvark.

Hector shared the nectar with Eleanor the aardvark and they enjoyed the sweet floral flavor of the nectar. It was better than anything they had ever tasted. 

From that day on, Hector continued to help others and lived his regular life in the river near the harbor. 

Hector the alligator lived by the river. He found a shiny, red collar. Who does the collar belong to?

Hector the alligator finds a shiny, red collar by the river. He wonders who it belongs to and sets off to find its owner. Who will help Hector solve the mystery of the lost collar? Read to find out how Hector's adventure unfolds!

The Lost Collar

Y to I Rule

Melissa the sea gull lived by the seaside. She loved the sound of the waves and the salty breeze. 

One sunny morning, Melissa decided to explore the beach. She hurried across the sandy shore. 

As she waddled, she found a spot where the sand was bumpier. It was full of shells and little crabs. 

Melissa spied a crab crawling into a hole and studied it with interest. She carried on, eager to find more treasures. 

Melissa's friend, Sam, a seal came up beside her. "What are you up to, Melissa?" Sam asked. 

"I'm exploring the beach! Want to join me?" Melissa replied. "Sure!" Sam smiled. They set off together. Sam told Melissa jokes along the way, each joke funnier than the last. 

As they waddled together, they discovered a patch of wild berries. Melissa picked a few and shared them with Sam. They were the sweetest berries they had ever tasted. 

Suddenly, a boy cried out. His balloon had flown away, caught by the wind. Melissa hurried after it, flapping her wings against the wind. 

With her beak, she grabbed the balloon and flew back to the boy. She caught it right before it floated out to sea. 

"Thank you, sea gull!" the boy replied with a big smile. Melissa felt proud and happy to help. 

As the day began to fade, Melissa and Sam watched the prettiest sunset which filled the sky with orange and pink. Melissa felt happier than ever. 

Melissa the sea gull lives by the seaside. She finds a crab crawling into a hole. Will Melissa discover more seaside treasures?

Melissa the sea gull loved her seaside home. One day, she finds a boy crying because his balloon is flying away. Will Melissa be able to catch the balloon and return it to the boy? Read to find out how Melissa's day at the beach turns into a special adventure!

The Happiest Day at the Beach

- Use 3-5 words per sentence.
- Use a maximum of 7-10 sentences.
- Use the following story structure (1. Introduce the character. 2-3. Provide a bit of detail. 4. Character performs an action. 5-6. Provide a bit of detail. 7. Wrap things up). 
- ONLY use 1 syllable words.
- Repeat words and vary sentence structure slightly.
- Do not end the story with "the end"
- The sentences should be sensible to a young, learning, easily confused reader.

Zed the ant zigs.  
Zed zips fast.  
Zed zaps a twig.  
Ant spins webs.  
Zed stops, then zags.  
Ant trips on a stem.  
Ant grunts, then zips.  
Ant naps in the crib.  
Zed grabs a tin.  
Zit on Zed's lip.  
Zed sends quiz.  
Ant sees zest.

Zed is a bug. Zed zips by fast. A web blocks his path! What will Zed do?

Zed is a speedy little bug who loves to zig and zag. One day, he zips right into a problem—a big, sticky web blocks his path! Will Zed find a way to zip past the web and get back to his cozy den? Read to find out how Zed tackles this sticky situation!

Zed Zig Zags

Mac, the wolf, lived in the forest. He was the bravest wolf in his pack. One day, Mac decided to go on a trek.

He hoped to find a new, safer path for his pack. Mac started his journey early. The mountains were quiet and peaceful.

He smiled as he climbed higher. The air was fresh, and the view was beautiful. Mac saw bushes and trees all around. 

As he trekked, Mac heard a noise. He saw a bobcat hiding behind a tree. The bobcat looked scared.

Mac smiled and said, "Do not worry. I will not harm you." The bobcat nodded and came closer.

"Thank you," the bobcat said. "I was just looking for food." Mac remembered a spot where the bushes had many berries.

"Follow me," Mac said. They walked together until they reached the berry bushes. The bobcat started eating.

Mac felt glad to help. After a while, Mac continued his trek. He climbed over rocks and jumped over streams.

He felt braver with each step. As he walked, Mac saw a cave. He decided to explore it.

Inside the cave, it was dark and cool. Mac's eyes adjusted to the dim light. He saw old bones and dirt.

He sniffed the air and found no danger. The cave seemed safe. Mac thought the cave could be a good place for his pack to rest.

He marked the cave on his map. Then, he left the cave and started back home. On his way back, Mac met a group of deer.

They were dancing and prancing in a meadow. Mac smiled and watched them for a while. It was a joyful sight.

When he reached his pack, Mac told them about his trek. "I found a safer path and a good cave," he said. His pack was happy and thankful.

Mac felt proud. He had helped his pack find a safer place. He knew they would be safer now.

Mac smiled and rested with his pack, feeling content and brave.

Mac, the wolf, lived in the forest. He hoped to find a safer path for his pack. What will Mac discover on his trek?

Mac, the wolf, is the bravest in his forest pack. One day, he sets off to find a safer path for his friends. What will Mac discover on his exciting trek? Read to find out what happens in the wild!

Mac's Trek

Jen is a pig.  
Jen can tap.  
Jen can act.  
The pig can sit.  
A ballet pig!  
Jen can nod.  
Jen is big.  
See the cap.  
Said Jen, "See it."  
A pig in ballet.  
The pig met a pup.  
The pup did bop.  

Pip is Big

- Use 3-10 words per sentence. 
- Generate 8-12 sentences 
- Vary sentence structure and composition. Use dialogue when possible. 
- Only use 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a cohesive beginning, middle, and end (do not end the story with "the end") 

Dexter is a lizard. He lives on the rocks. He loves to see the world. "Look, a bird!" he says. The bird chirps a sweet song. Dexter flicks his tail. "I want to fly," he thinks. 

The sun is hot. Dexter finds a cool spot. He rests on a big rock. "This is my spot," he says. The rocks are his home. 

Dexter sees a bug. He darts to catch it. "Yum," he says. He is a quick hunter. 

The sky turns red. Night is near. Dexter finds a nook to sleep. "Good night," he says. He snuggles in the rocks. 

Dexter dreams of far lands. He will explore more soon. For now, he sleeps safe and sound.

Carter is a farmer. She must harvest the corn as fall approaches. Can Carter and her dog Buster gather the crops before the herd reaches them?

Carter is a hard-working farmer who has a loyal dog named Buster. As fall approaches, they face the challenge of harvesting all the corn before the herd of animals near the river can reach it. Will Carter and Buster be able to gather all the corn in time to protect it? Read to find out about their race against time and teamwork on the farm!

Time for Harvest

- Use 3-10 words per sentence. 
- Generate 8-10 sentences 
- Vary sentence structure and composition. Use dialogue when possible. 
- Only use 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a plot (do not end the story with "the end")

Varun the fox sat in his den. He looked at the twigs. "I must do my tasks," he said. The den was dim, and he felt a twinge of worry. 

Varun flapped his tail and sniffed the air. "Time to go!" he said, and dashed out. He sped by the vines and trees. 

Varun saw Fred the finch. "What are you doing, Varun?" Fred asked. "I am going to the camp," said Varun. 

Fred nodded, flapping his wings. "I will go too!" he chirped. 

The two friends rushed to the camp. They found a bag full of cakes. "Yum!" said Varun. 

The cakes were sweet and fine. Fred pecked at one. "This is fun," he said with a wink. 

Varun and Fred sat by the fire. They told tales of their day. 

As dusk fell, they went back to the den. Varun felt happy and snug.

Fred loves jumping in leaves. Cleaning up, however, is not his thing. Can Beth and Ann make tidying up just as fun?

Fred loves to jump in the big pile of leaves, but his friend Ann does not want to clean up. Can Beth turn cleaning into a fun game for everyone? Read to find out how their day turns out!

Leaf Pile Fun

Bret is a bat.
Bret can flap.
He spins fast.
Bret grabs bugs.
Bret grips a twig.
Bret spots a frog.
The frog hops.
Bret naps snug.
He sees a crab.
The crab crept.
Bret drifts off.
He rests in his crib.

Brent is a bat. He spots a frog and a crab. What will Brent do next?

Brent is a busy little bat who loves to explore the night. Tonight, he encounters a hopping frog and a creeping crab on his adventures. What will happen when Brent tries to make new friends? Read to find out how Brent's night unfolds!

Brent the Bat

Gus is a pug.
The pug is tan.
Gus got a mug.
The mug is tan.
Gus sat on a mat.
The mat is tan.
Gus did a tug.
The pug dug.
Gus got gum.
The gum is tan.
Gus is in mud.
The pug is fun.

Gus is a tan pug. He dug and sat in mud. Will Gus nap on the mat?

Gus is a fun pug who loves to play. One day, he finds himself in a messy, muddy situation. What will happen when Gus tries to pull something surprising out of the mud? Read to find out what Gus discovers!

The Tan Pug

Mac the cat sat.
Mac is a fat cat.
Mac did nap.
Mac can sip.
Mac can tap.
Mac is sad.
Mac did mop.
Mac is mad.
Mac did nod.
Mac is fit.
Mac is tan.
Mac did dip.

Mac is a fat cat. Mac did tap the pot. Will Dad tell Mac to mop? 

Mac is a tan cat who loves to tap. One day, he taps a pot by accident. What happens when his Dad sees the mess? Read to find out what happens next with Mac and his dad!

Mac the Cat

Lan the cat spins.  
Lan naps on a pad.  
Lan hops on a log.  
Lan lifts a lid.  
Lan taps the net.  
Lan hugs a pup.  
Lan hits a mop.  
Lan scans the den.  
Lan grins at the hat.  
Lan lobs the lid.  
Lan fits on the lap.  
Lan hugs a big fan.

Lan lugs a tub. The cat hops and scans a den. What will Lan and the cat get?

Lan is a young girl who loves adventures with her cat. One day, they go take a bucket and head into the woods. What will they do on this big day? Read to find out what they get!

Lan Gets Grub 

- Use 3-8 words per sentence. 
- Vary sentence structure and composition. 
- Generate 8-10 sentences 
- Only use 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a plot (do not end the story with "the end")

Pat the scarecrow. Pat is in the corn maze. He has a hat. The sun is hot. Pat sees ducks. Ducks quack and cluck. Pat is on a deck. Ducks swim in a pond. Pat looks at the pond. Ducks lick and peck. Pat is still. Ducks flap and quack. Pat is glad. Ducks go back. Pat rests. Ducks nap. Pat smiles. Pat is happy.

Pat the Scarecrow

Marcus had been planning to go to the fair for as long as he could remember. It had always been his dream to go on the biggest rollercoaster. 

He was so excited that he had trouble sleeping the night before. When morning came, he hopped out of bed, got dressed quickly, and hurried downstairs. 

"Are we ready to go?" Marcus asked, hopping from foot to foot. 

"Almost, but first we need to eat breakfast," his mom said, smiling. She was stirring a big pot of oatmeal. 

After eating, they headed to the fairgrounds. The moment they arrived, Marcus was stunned by the sights and sounds. There were bright balloons, cheerful music, and the smell of yummy food in the air. 

"Let's start with the rides!" Marcus shouted. He looked all around, plotting how they would spend their day. 

Then he saw it. The biggest rollercoaster in the park. His jaw dropped and he pointed to the rollercoaster. "I want to ride that one!" 

"Are you sure, Marcus? That's a pretty big rollercoaster," his mom said. "Yes!! Pleaseee" Marcus begged. "Okay Marcus," his mom said, smiling. So Marcus and his mom jogged to the line.

Marcus's heart began to beat faster and faster as he got closer to the end of the line. It felt like his heart was skipping a beat. "I'm feeling a little scared," he shared.

"It's okay to be scared," his mom said. "I'm right here." They climed into the first car of the rollercoaster and strapped in. Marcus gripped the handle bar and held his mom's hand tight.

The rollercoaster car chugged up the tracks, at first moving slowly, and then it went quickly down the tracks again. 

Marcus gripped the handle bar harder. "Ahhh!" he yelled. The rollercoaster continued to go up and down the tracks again. "Wooohoo!" he shouted. 

After a few mintues, rollercoaster came to a stop and the ride was over. "Let's do that again!" he yelled, while clapping his hands.

"Maybe in a little bit," his mom smiled. He hugged and thanked her for going on the biggest rollercoaster ride. 

Marcus and his mom spent the rest of the day playing games and winning prizes, petting the animals at the petting zoo, and eating yummy food. 

"That was the best day ever," Marcus said as they walked to the car. 

Marcus had been planning to go to the fair. He wanted to ride the biggest rollercoaster. Will Marcus conquer his fear and enjoy the ride?

Marcus has been dreaming of riding the biggest rollercoaster at the fair. On the day of the fair, he finally sees the giant rollercoaster, but he starts to feel a bit scared. Will Marcus overcome his fear and enjoy the ride? Read to find out how Marcus's day at the fair turns out!

The Biggest Rollercoaster

- Use 3-10 words per sentence.
- Generate 12-18 sentences
- Vary sentence structure and composition through a 'show not tell' story style. 
- Use dialogue and sensory details to support the 'show not tell' style.
- Use mostly 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a cohesive flow with a problem and solution.

In the heart of a small, shady grove, there lived a rabbit named Remy. Remy had a knack for finding the best carrots, but he had a dislike for sharing. 

Remy was excellent at finding carrots and his stash was the biggest in the grove, hidden under a disguised pile of leaves.

One brisk morning, as frost still clung to the grass, Remy discovered his pile had been disturbed. The leaves were scattered, and many carrots were missing. 

Remy felt a sharp disappointment. "Who disturbed my perfect hiding spot?" he muttered, his nose twitching with distress.

With a disgruntled look, Remy hopped along the path, searching for clues. He noticed some fresh footprints that were not his. 

Following them, he felt his earlier anger dissipate as curiosity took over.

The tracks led to his neighbor, a gentle mole named Marvin. Marvin was sitting outside his tunnel, looking quite discontent. 

Remy, ready to dispute over the stolen carrots, stopped as he saw Marvin’s sad eyes. He hopped towards Marvin. 

"I’m sorry, Remy," Marvin started, his voice low. "I was so disheartened by the empty stores in my home. The winter was too harsh, and I was desperate."

Remy’s discomfort from earlier melted away. He realized that his disdain for sharing had blinded him to his friends' needs. 

With a small smile, he nudged a carrot toward Marvin. "Let’s distribute these evenly. No one should feel dismissed or disconnected from help," Remy said.

Marvin’s face lit up with gratitude. "Thank you, Remy. I was wrong to take without asking, but your generosity now is a big discovery for me about friendship."

From that day on, Remy decided to disengage from his selfish ways. He made a new discovery—sharing not only helped his friends but also made him feel happier and more connected to his little community.

Remy is a rabbit who loves carrots. He dislikes sharing his stash. Will Remy learn the joy of sharing?

Remy the rabbit loves finding carrots in the shady grove where he lives. One morning, he finds out that someone has taken some of his carrots! Who could have disturbed Remy's perfect hiding spot? Read to find out how Remy solves this mystery!

The Stash of Carrots

- Use 3-10 words per sentence. 
- Generate 8-10 sentences 
- Vary sentence structure and composition. Use dialogue when possible. 
- Only use 1-syllable words - The story should have a plot (do not end the story with "the end")

Jo the puffin lives in the hills. She likes to flap her wings. "Look at me go," she says. Jo sees some frogs by a pond. They jump and splash. Jo wants to join them. "Can I play?" she asks.

The frogs nod. "Yes, come jump with us," they say. Jo hops in the mud. She slips and laughs. "This is fun," Jo says. The frogs and Jo have a great time.

Jo and the Frogs

Signal Vowels:  c /s/, g /j/

Fluffy the narwhal loved the ocean. The water was chilly, but Fluffy’s thick skin kept him warm. He swam in circles, chasing tiny fish. His friends, the pandas, watched from the shore, urging him to join them.

One day, Fluffy noticed something strange. A giant whirlpool was forming nearby. "What is that?" he wondered aloud. His friend, Angela the avocet, flew over, her wings gracefully slicing through the air.

“That looks dangerous, Fluffy,” Angela said, her voice filled with concern.

“I’ll be careful,” Fluffy replied, but he was intrigued. He decided to swim closer to investigate.

As Fluffy approached the whirlpool, he saw a car sinking into it. "How did a car get here?" he thought. The whirlpool was pulling it down rapidly. Fluffy braced himself and swam faster, trying to reach it before it disappeared.

Just then, Quincy the giant crab emerged from behind a rock. “Fluffy, be careful!” Quincy shouted, his pincers waving urgently.

Fluffy nodded. He knew the whirlpool was dangerous, but he couldn't let the car sink. He plunged into the swirling water, using all his strength to swim against the current. The water roared around him, and he felt the icy chill deep in his bones.

Finally, Fluffy reached the car. He used his strong body to push it towards the shore. It was a challenging task, but Fluffy was determined. The whirlpool tried to pull him back, but he kept pushing, inch by inch.

On the shore, Angela and Quincy watched in awe. “He’s doing it!” Angela exclaimed, her voice filled with hope. The pandas cheered, their voices echoing across the ocean.

With one final push, Fluffy managed to get the car out of the whirlpool’s grasp. He was exhausted, but he felt a sense of accomplishment. The car was safe, and so was he.

“That was amazing, Fluffy!” Quincy said, his pincers clicking with joy.

“You’re a hero!” Angela added, her wings flapping excitedly.

Fluffy smiled, feeling the warmth of their praise. He looked at the car, now safely on the shore, and felt proud. He had faced the whirlpool and emerged victorious.

The ocean was a vast and magical place, filled with adventures. And Fluffy the narwhal was ready for every one of them.

Fluffy the narwhal loved the ocean. One day, he saw a giant whirlpool forming. What will Fluffy do?

Fluffy the narwhal loves swimming in the chilly ocean. One day, he spots a car sinking into a giant whirlpool! Will Fluffy be able to save the car and himself from the swirling danger? Read to find out how Fluffy's adventure unfolds!

Fluffy and the Whirlpool Rescue

It had been hotter than ever this year. One day, Navid the monkey was swinging through the jungle when he spotted a bright red flower. "What a find!" he said, clapping his hands.

As Navid got closer, he saw something troubling. The flower was wilting, and the ground around it was dry. The flower looked sadder and sadder by the minute.

Navid called his friend, Bobcat, who was napping nearby. "Bobcat, look at this flower. It needs help," said Navid. Bobcat glanced at the flower and nodded. 

"Let's get some water," he said. They planned to fetch water from the nearby stream. As they set off, the clouds started to come in and the sky started getting darker.

"A storm is coming," Navid said with a worried look. "We have to hurry," Bobcat replied. They ran as fast as they could, their feet pounding on the jungle floor.

They reached the stream, filled their caps with water, and hurried back. When they returned, the rain started pouring down. Navid and Bobcat were wetter than before, but they didn't stop.

They poured the water on the flower and then shielded it from the storm. They watched as the water gave it life. "It's working!" Navid shouted, his voice full of hope.

The flower began to stand taller, its petals becoming redder. The jungle seemed to buzz with excitement. Navid and Bobcat clapped and cheered.

"This is the best day ever," Navid said, smiling at his friend. Bobcat nodded, "We did it together." As the storm passed, the jungle glowed under the soft light of the setting sun.

Navid and Bobcat sat under a big tree, feeling proud. The flower stood bright and tall, a symbol of their friendship and teamwork. They both felt like winners. 

After a few weeks, the flower became even bigger and was the reddest color they had ever seen. It looked happy again. 

Navid looked at Bobcat and said, "Even when things seem tough, we can always find a way to help."

Bobcat smiled and with that, they both felt a sense of calm and joy, knowing that they had helped this tiny flower.

The Littlest Flower

John the dragon lived high in the rocky mountains. Every morning, he waited for the sunlight to beam over the peaks. 

Today he was prepared to have the laziest day when suddenly, he heard a ringing sound from the yard.

"What could that be?" John wondered. He hurried to the yard and spied the fluffiest little puppy with a purple collar.

John studied the purple collar. It was had a silver name tag that read, "Miles." John nudged Miles gently. "What are you doing here, little one?" he asked. "Someone is probably worried about you," he said.

Miles wagged his tail and barked happily. John looked around and saw no one else. "I guess you're lost," John said.

John decided to help the puppy find his home. He carried Miles carefully on his back and started down the mountain trail. As they walked, they heard birds chirping and saw flowers blooming.

The summer air was warm and fresh. Miles seemed to enjoy the ride. He licked John's cheek and wagged his tail.

John felt happier with each step. They passed a farm where an old farmer was working. The farmer waved at John and Miles.

"Hello there!" John called out. "Are you missing a puppy?" The farmer shook his head. "No, but you might try the village down the highway," he replied. John nodded and continued on their journey.

They reached the village and saw many people doing their chores. John asked a lady if she knew where Miles belonged. "That cute puppy?" she replied.

"He might belong to the house with the purple door. It's just over there." John hurried to the house with the purple door.

He knocked gently with his tail. A girl opened the door and her eyes widened with joy. "Miles! I've been so worried!" she cried. John smiled.

"I found him in the mountains. Is he yours?" John asked. "Yes, thank you so much," she replied, hugging the puppy. "You are the luckiest puppy," she replied to the puppy.

Even though John and the puppy had become buddies, he felt the happier knowing that the puppy was back where it belonged. 

John felt the biggest warmth in his heart. He waved goodbye to Miles and the girl. 

As he flew back up towards the mountain, he thought about the day's adventure. "Helping others feels good," John said to himself. He looked at the sunlight beaming over the peaks and knew he had made new friends.

From then on, John always kept an eye out for anyone who might need help in the mountains. He knew that someday, he might have another adventure with new friends.

John the dragon lived high in the rocky mountains. He heard a ringing sound and found a lost puppy named Miles. Will John manage to find Miles' home?

John the dragon was enjoying a quiet morning in the mountains. His peaceful day was interrupted by a mysterious ringing sound coming from his yard, where he found a lost puppy named Miles. Will John be able to help Miles find his way home? Read to find out how their adventure unfolds!

The Luckiest Puppy

Melika, the cheetah, loved running in the savannah. One morning, she met her friend, a raven named Grace. "Let's race!" Melika said.

Grace nodded. Her feathers rustling. "Ready, set, go!" she called. They started running.

Melika was faster, her legs moving in a blur. But Grace was clever, flying through gaps in trees. Melika's paws plopped on the dirt, creating little clouds of dust.

As the sun rose higher, Melika felt the heat. "I am the biggest and fastest cheetah!" Melika thought, determined to be the winner.

Suddenly, Melika saw a twig on the path. She skipped over it with ease. Grace flapped her wings and soared higher into the sky. 

"You can't catch me!" Grace called. Melika kept running, as fast as she could. 

She saw a lone hut in the distance. "Let's stop there," she suggested. Grace agreed, her wings flapping gently. 

Melika arrived at the hut first, becoming the true winner. Grace came in after and they stopped and rested by the hut. 

Melika and Grace sat on the warm ground, catching their breath. "That was fun," Melika said.

"You are a fast runner," said Grace. "Thank you," Melika replied. "Even though you are smaller than I am, you are fast too," Melika smiled.

Melika smiled. "I have a prize for you," she said. She grabbed a nice kite from her bag.

"This is for you." Grace clapped her wings in joy. "Thank you, Melika! This is the nicest gift." 

Grace gave Melika a banner that said "Winner" on it. "Thank you Grace," Melika smiled. 

Melika and Grace spent the rest of the day flying the kite. The windmill nearby spun faster as the wind picked up.

Melika and Grace laughed as the kite danced in the sky. By evening, they were tired. "Let's head back," Melika said.

Grace nodded, and they walked back to their homes. Melika felt happy. She had a fun day racing with her friend.

Melika, the cheetah, loves running. She challenges Grace, a raven, to a race. Who will be the faster friend?

Melika, the cheetah, loves to run fast in the wide, open savannah. One sunny morning, she challenges her friend Grace, a clever raven, to a race. Who will win the race between a speedy cheetah and a swift-flying raven? Read to find out what happens at the finish line!

The Race

Ted is a bat.  
Ted can sit.  
I see Ted.  
Ted is on a pumpkin.  
The bat is big.  
Can Ted fit?  
Ted did nap.  
I see a fig.  
Ted can act.  
Ted is in a den.  
The sun is up.  
Ted is not sad.  

Sid's Pumpkin

- Use 3-10 words per sentence.
- Generate 10-15 sentences
- Vary sentence structure and composition through a 'show not tell' story style. 
- Use dialogue and sensory details to support the 'show not tell' style.
- Use mostly 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a cohesive flow with a problem and solution.

Lee the moose trotted through the forest. He loved the cool air and the swoosh of leaves. "What a day!" Lee said, looking at the sky. But then, gloom loomed as he saw a sagging tree. "Oh no, not the roots!" he huffed. The tree needed help.

Lee thought of his friend, Kim, who had the right tools. He scooted to find her. "Kim, can you help?" he asked. "I need to save a tree!" Kim nodded and grabbed her toolbox. Together, they zoomed back.

The tree was drooping and the roots were loose. "We must act fast," Kim said. Lee held the tree steady. Kim tightened the roots with a smooth rope. "Almost done," she said, pulling with all her might.

"Whoo! We did it!" Lee cheered as the tree stood tall. The forest was safe again. "Thanks, Kim," Lee said with a happy grin. "Anytime, Lee," Kim replied, patting his hoof. They both looked up at the moon, blooming in the sky.

Pim is a tan pup. Pim did not nap. Will Pim sit in the mud?

Pim is a playful tan pup who loves adventures. One sunny day, instead of napping, Pim decides to play in the mud. What happens when Pim's mom sees the muddy mess? Read to find out what Pim and his mom do next!

Pim is Fun

Louise the octopus lived in the cold, blue polar sea. She loved to explore the underwater world. One day, Louise found a sunken ship near the harbor. "I wonder what's inside," she thought.

She was curious and decided to dive deeper. As she swam closer, she saw a mirror leaning against the wall of the ship. Louise looked at her reflection and smiled. "What a wonderful find!" she thought. 

Something shiny caught her eyes, she swam towards it. It was a collar with a shiny green gem. The collar was shiny and colorful. "Wow, this is so pretty!" she said. 

Louise continued to explore the ship. She found an old motor covered in rust. "This must be from a long time ago," she thought. "I wonder if all of this belonged to a sailor."

Then, she saw a squid hiding behind a barrel. "Hello there!" Louise said. 

The squid waved its tentacles. Louise swam to the upper deck of the ship. She saw flowers growing through the cracks. 

The flowers smelled sweet and the bright colors made the old ship look alive. Louise felt hopeful and happy. 

Suddently she heard a noise. "I wonder what that was," she thought nervously. Then she saw it. It was a major big shark! Louise quickly hid behind a large rock. 

The shark swam past her, not noticing her at all. "Phew, that was close," Louise thought. 

After a while, she came out of her hiding spot. Louise felt relieved.  After the shark was gone, Louise swam back to the harbor. 

She had found many treasures and had an exciting adventure. She was thankful for the day and all the new things she had discovered. Louise told her friends about the sunken ship. 

They all wanted to see it too. So, they made a plan to go together the next day. Louise felt proud to be the one to lead the way. 

Louise the octopus lived in the polar sea. She found a sunken ship full of treasures. What will Louise discover next in her underwater adventure?

Louise the octopus loves exploring the deep, cold sea. One day, she discovers a mysterious sunken ship filled with hidden treasures and secrets. What will happen when Louise encounters a big, scary shark inside the ship? Read to find out how her underwater adventure unfolds!

Louise and the Sunken Ship

"Sam is an ant. Sam can hop. Sam sat on a tin. Sam got a bit of gum. Sam did not fib. The tin is big. Sam did nap. Sam got up. Sam dug in mud. Sam got a bug. Sam did tug. Sam is in a pot."

Ted is a bug. Ted dug in mud. What will Ted see in the mud?

Ted is a big ant with a lot of curiosity. One day, Ted finds himself on an adventure with a tin can and a bit of gum. Who will Ted meet along the way? Read to find out what Ted discovers!

Ted and the Gum

air /air/, are /air/, ear /air/

Sean the bear lived in a quiet forest where the air was fresh. One sunny day, he decided to take a walk. As he strolled along the forest path, he saw a hare hopping by.

"Hello, hare," Sean said, his voice warm. The hare paused and turned, its ears perked up. replied, "Hello, Sean. How are you today?"

Sean smiled, though his eyes carried a hint of worry. "I am happy," Sean began, "but I have a problem. I lost my gold necklace. Can you help me find it?"

The hare nodded. "I will help you. Let's look near the big oak tree." They walked to the tree. Under the tree, they saw a turtle resting in the shade.

"Hello, turtle," Sean called gently. "Have you seen my gold necklace?" The turtle shook his head slowly. "No, but I can help you search. Let's check by the stream." 

At the stream, they met a hedgehog busy sniffing the fresh air. 

"Hello, hedgehog," Sean said. "Have you seen my gold necklace?" The hedgehog twitched its nose and replied, "No, but I will help. Let's search near the bridge." 

The group reached the bridge and saw a kitty playing with a fallen leaf.

"Hello, kitty," Sean said. "Have you seen my gold necklace?" The kitty looked up, eyes bright and  meowed, "No, but I'll help you look." 

They all searched high and low, their eyes scanning every inch of the forest. 

Suddenly, the hare shouted with excitement, "I found it!" The necklace was under a rock near the bridge. Sean was overjoyed.

He stared at his gold neckalace happily. He could not wait to wear it again.

"Thank you, friends! I could not have done it without you." They all sat by the stream to rest.

Sean took out a basket of fruit to share. "Let's have a snack to celebrate," he said. They ate pears, apples, and honey as an airplane flew by.

The sun began to set, and Sean thanked his friends again. "You all have shown great care. I am lucky to have such good friends."

They all smiled. The forest was peaceful again. The friends went their separate ways, happy and content.

Sean the bear is happy in the forest. But he lost his gold necklace! Can his friends help him find it?

Sean the bear is a friendly creature who lives in a peaceful forest. One day, he realizes that his precious gold necklace is missing and feels very sad. Will Sean and his animal friends find the lost necklace in the big forest? Read to find out how their search unfolds!