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 3-10 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")

Ade sat on the soft rug. He looked at a book by the desk. "I want to read," said Ade. His dad called from the next room. "Ade, can you help me?" Ade nodded and stood up. He walked to his dad and asked, "What can I do?" Dad smiled and handed him a box. "Put this on the shelf," he said. Ade grinned and did as told. "Thanks, Ade!" said his dad. Ade then went back to his cozy spot to read.

Ade and Nala sat by the mat. They blinked at the wax sticks and pondered their next step. What will they craft for the special day?

Ade is excited to celebrate Kwanzaa with his big sister, Nala. They start by setting up colorful wax sticks, but Ade is unsure of the steps. What happens as they prepare for the celebration? Read to find out how their Kwanzaa night unfolds!

Ade and Nala Help

- 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.

Lewis the snowman stood on a frosty hill. The wind blew softly, making him shiver. "I feel so cold," he sighed, looking at the gray sky. His scarf flapped in the breeze. 

A little bird landed on his shoulder. "Hello, Lewis!" chirped the bird. "Why so sad?" 

"I want to be warm," Lewis replied, "but I can't move from this spot."

The bird nodded. "I can help!" it said. "Let's find something to warm you up."

They looked around. Snowflakes danced in the air. The hill was quiet, save for the gentle rustle of leaves.

"Look!" the bird chirped, pointing with a wing. "There is a bright light over there."

Lewis turned. A warm glow peeked through the trees. "What is that?" he wondered.

"Let's find out," the bird said, fluttering off.

Lewis watched as the light grew closer. It was a lantern, hung by a kind boy named Rylan. 

Rylan saw Lewis and waved. "Hello there!" he called. "Would you like some warmth?"

Lewis nodded eagerly. Rylan placed the lantern near Lewis. Its warmth seeped into him, melting his frostiness.

"Thank you," Lewis said, feeling the heat spread. 

The bird chirped happily. "Now you can be warm and stay here, Lewis!"

Lewis smiled, feeling brighter than ever. "Hooray!" he cheered. The hill felt like home.

Jun wakes up to his first snowfall. He feels uneasy about sledding down a hill. Will Jun overcome his fear and enjoy the snow?

Jun visits his friend Arjun's cabin and sees snow for the very first time. He's excited but a little scared to try sledding down a snowy hill. Will Jun overcome his fear and enjoy the sled ride? Read to find out how Jun's snowy adventure turns out!

Jun in the Snow

- 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")

Matt was in a dark room. He held a cake. "Cake is yum," he said. Matt saw a game box. "I want to play!" he said. He lit a lamp. The light was soft. Matt ate a cake slice. "I am a champ," he said. He kept the cake on a plate. A pig plush was on a bed. Matt gave the pig a name. "You are Jake the Pig," he said. Matt felt snug and well.

Matt sits with his mom as the room grows dark. They light wax sticks and mom shares a tale of bravery. Will Matt find courage in the story?

Matt is sitting in a dark room with his mom because the power is out. He feels a chill and is a bit scared of the dark. Mom finds a box with wax sticks and decides to light eight of them, promising to share an important story with Matt. What is the story behind the eight flames, and how does it make Matt feel brave? Read to find out how Matt's special night unfolds!

The Wax Sticks

- 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") 

"Chandler, the hamster, loved to play with his ball." 



"He would roll it under the table and over the rug."



"Sometimes, Chandler would perch on top of his ball."



"From there, he could see his whole world."



"In the winter, Chandler was warm in his home. He would watch the flakes fall."



"But in the summer, he would run in his hamster ball in the garden."



"Chandler loved the garden in the summer. 



"He would smell the flowers. He would run under the ferns and over the path."



"Winter came, and Chandler saw a letter close to his cage. It was an invite to his sister's party."



"With a chill, Chandler said, 'I wonder if there is frost in the garden?'.



"He swept his home, thinking of a plan. He liked his warm home."



"After a while, he saw his scarf!"



"Chandler put on his best scarf and went to the garden."



"He had a great time with his sister and his friends."



"After the party, Chandler put his scarf in his closet, smiled, and went to bed."

Chandler, the hamster, loved to play with his ball. He would roll it under the table and over the rug. Will Chandler discover something new on his adventures?

Chandler the hamster loves rolling and playing in his ball. One chilly day, he wonders if he can still play in the garden despite the cold. Will Chandler find a way to enjoy the garden even when it's frosty outside? Read to find out how Chandler's chilly adventure unfolds!

The Winter Letter 

- Use 3-5 words per sentence.
- Use a maximum of 5 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.

Tim is a bear.  
Tim is on ice.  
Tim sat at its mat.  
Sis is on ice.  
Tim and sis nap.

Tim finds a mat. It is in a pit. Can Tim fit in it?

Tim finds a mysterious mat in a pit. He wonders if he can fit inside it. What adventures will Tim have once he climbs into the pit? Read to find out what happens next!

Tim in the Pit

- 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.

Sam is a girl.  
She is in a home.  
Sam can tap.  
The mat is big.  
Sam sat on it.  
She got a fan.  
Sam said, "I am mad."

Sam sat on a mat. The map in the tin is a tip to find a bag. Will Sam get the bag?

Sam finds a curious map inside a tin. The map leads him on a hunt for a mysterious bag hidden in a big den. What will Sam discover inside the bulky bag? Read to find out what surprise awaits her and her dad!

Sam and the Big Bag

- 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.

Lewis the dragon lived in a dense forest. One day, it was rainy, and Lewis felt trapped. "I want to fly," he sighed. The skies were gray, and the trees looked dim. Lewis's wings were heavy from the rain. He needed to find a way to soar.

Lewis saw his friend, a fox named Kip. "Kip, I need help," Lewis said. Kip nodded, "Let's make a plan." They moved to a dry spot under an oak tree. The rain slowed, but the forest floor was muddy.

Kip had an idea. "We can build a ramp," he said. Lewis was pleased. "That could work!" Kip gathered sticks, while Lewis dug a spot. They worked with speed and teamwork. Soon, a ramp stood tall.

"Let's try," said Lewis. He climbed the ramp with care. The rain had eased, and the sky was brighter. With a big push, Lewis leaped into the air. "I can fly!" he shouted with delight.

Kip waved from the ground. "Good job, Lewis!" he called. Lewis soared above the trees, feeling free. The forest below was lush and green. Lewis felt the cool breeze and was no longer trapped.

As the day turned to night, Lewis landed by Kip. "Thank you, my friend," said Lewis. "You saved my day." Kip grinned. "Anytime, Lewis."

And so, Lewis learned that with a little help, he could overcome any rainy day.

Sue wakes up excited. Today might be Lunar New Year! Will Sue and her family get everything ready in time?

Sue wakes up excited, wondering if today is the start of Lunar New Year. She learns about the traditions and preparations for the festive 15-day celebration. Will Sue and her family manage to bring joy and luck into their home with their New Year rituals? Read to find out how Sue experiences the colorful and joyful Lunar New Year festivities!

Sue Observes Lunar New Year

- 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.

"Ken, the cat, hid in his den."

"Ken, the cat, had a big grin."

"Ken, the cat, did a quick flip."

"Ken, the cat, let out a loud 'meow'."

"Ken, the cat, saw a red fish."

"Ken, the cat, had a sip of milk."

"Ken, the cat, took a nap on a bed."

"Ken, the cat, had a fun trip."

"Ken, the cat, saw a twig and took a sniff."

"Ken, the cat, let out a soft purr and went to nap."

"Tim the Cat"

- Use 2-8 words per sentence. 
- Generate 8-10 sentences 
- Only use 1-syllable words 
- The story should have a plot (do not end the story with "the end")

Meg the cat sat in the den. She had a big red hat. Meg saw a bug hop. "Look!" Meg said to the bug. The bug did not stop. Meg ran to the bug. The bug went into a bog. Meg did not want to get wet. She sat on the rug and had a nap.

Meg and the Bug

"Chad, the fox, had a job."



"He had to fill a sack with nuts."



"Chad saw a tall hill."



"He had to climb the hill to find the nuts."



"Chad had a puff and a huff."



"He did not give up. He had the will."



"Chad found a tree with nuts."



"He had to shake the tree to get the nuts."



"Chad did his job well."



"He felt glad and went back to his den."

Chad the fox has a job. He must fill a sack with nuts. Will Chad get the nuts from the top of the hill?

Chad the fox has an important job to do. He needs to fill a sack with nuts, but they are at the top of a tall hill. Will Chad make it up the hill to gather the nuts? Read to find out how Chad's adventure unfolds!

Up the Hill

"Dave the bat woke in his cave."



"He flew to the pond for a sip of water."



"Dave saw a fish and gave it a poke."



"He then flew in a dark zone to get home."



"Dave felt a chill, he was not alone."



"A mole came out. It had a stone."



"Dave spoke to the mole with a soft tone."



"The mole gave Dave the stone, a gem that shone."



"Dave was now glad that he was not alone."



"Dave and the mole then shared a home in a warm dome."

Dave the bat woke in his cave. He felt a chill and was not alone. What will Dave do when he meets the mole with a stone?

Dave the bat woke up in his dark, cozy cave. But when he flew out to get some water, he felt a strange chill and realized he wasn't alone. Who could be with Dave in the dark, and why do they have a stone? Read to find out how Dave's night turns into an unexpected friendship!

Dave and the Mole

Min is a mouse. 
Min is at the map. 
The map is big. 
Min can sit. 
Min can nap. 
Min is fat! 
Min is it! 


Min the Mouse

"Gus the bug was snug in his den."

"He had a big, red plum."

"Gus saw a jug and had an idea."

"He will use the jug to make a drum."

"Gus dug up a stick and a lump of mud."

"He stuck the stick in the jug, and the drum was done."

"Gus began to drum and jump with joy."

"His pals, the ants, came to see what the fuss was about."

"Gus shared his plum and drum with his pals."

"They had a fun day, and Gus felt just right."

Max the bug was snug in his den. He had a big, red plum. What will Max do with the jug and the plum?

Max the bug loves to be snug in his den. But today, he finds a big, red plum and spots an old jug. What will happen when Max tries to turn the jug into a drum? Read to find out how Max and his pals make music together!

Max and the Drum

"Avery the dragon lived in a city."



"Avery was not like any other dragon. She was kind and gentle."



"She had a shiny, golden scale that she kept hidden."



"One day, a puppy saw her shiny scale. Avery let the puppy look at her scale."



"But then the puppy was crying, and Avery felt sad for him."



"'Why are you crying?' asked Avery. 



"The puppy told Avery that he was lost."



"'I can help!' said Avery. With her big wings, Avery took off."



"Avery was looking for the puppy's mom from the sky."



"'There!' yelled Avery. 



"From up in the sky, she could see a dog that looked just like the puppy."



"She gently landed in front of the puppy's mom."



"The mom was so happy to see her son safe. 



"Yasmin felt happy too. She had helped a puppy in need."



"All of the dogs in the city clapped for Avery."



"From that day on, Avery was not just a dragon, but a hero."



"She showed everyone that dragons could be kind and helpful too."

Avery the dragon lived in a city. She had a shiny, golden scale that she kept hidden. What will happen when a lost puppy sees Avery's hidden scale?

Avery the dragon lived in a bustling city, different from any other dragon with her kind and gentle nature. One day, her shiny, golden scale catches the eye of a lost puppy, leading to an unexpected adventure. Will Avery be able to help the puppy find his way back home? Read to find out how Avery shows the city the true heart of a dragon!

The Dragon and the Lost Puppy

"Chad, the bull, likes to kick."

"He can kick a ball far."

"Chad sees a duck on a rock."

"He tries to kick the duck, but misses."

"Chad feels a bit stuck."

"He needs to get back to the pack."

"Chad has an idea, he will pick up a stick."

"With the stick, he can push off the rock."

"Chad is free, he can go back to the pack."

"He learned his luck is in his knack."

Chad the bull likes to kick. He sees a duck stuck under a rock. Can Chad help the duck and still get back to his pack?

Chad the bull loves to kick things far and wide. One day, he spots a duck stuck under a heavy rock. Can Chad use his kicking skills to save the duck without getting stuck himself? Read to find out how Chad's adventure unfolds!

"Mick's Kick"

"Lily the otter was known for her skill at swimming in the sea."

"She loved to play and explore, but she had a problem."

"Lily was always getting distracted and would swim off in another direction."

"One day, Lily decided to discover a new part of the sea."

"She swam happily for a while, but then she got distracted by a shiny object."

"She swam towards it, but she didn't notice she was getting further away from home."

"By the time Lily looked up, she couldn't see her home anymore."

"She felt a sense of panic and began to swim back, but she was lost."

"Lily began to cry, but then she remembered something her mother had taught her."

"She decided to stop crying and think about what her mother would do."

"She remembered her mother saying that if you get lost, just stay still."

"So, Lily floated on her back and waited for help to come."

"Meanwhile, Lily's mother had noticed she was missing."

"She asked the other otters if they had seen Lily, but no one had."

"Lily's mother decided to swim out and look for Lily."

"After a while, Lily's mother spotted Lily floating on her back."

"She quickly swam to Lily and helped her find her way back home."

"Lily was so relieved and promised to never get distracted again."

"From that day on, Lily was more careful and never got lost again."

"She had learned her lesson and was a much happier otter."

Lily the otter loved to swim in the sea. She always got distracted while exploring. What will happen when Lily swims too far from home?

Lily the otter loves swimming and exploring the sea. But she has a big problem: she gets easily distracted and loses her way. What will happen when Lily swims too far from home and can't find her way back? Read to find out how Lily solves her problem and learns an important lesson!

Lily the Otter Gets Distracted

I am Bud. I am a cub. 



I see a bug! 



I am a fan of the bug. 



I can not get the bug. 



I see an ant. 



It bit me! 



I am sad. 



But I see my dad. 



I can get my dad! 

Bud is a cub. He is a fan of a bug. But he can not get it. What will Bud do next?

Bud is a little cub exploring the forest. He spots a bug he really likes but can't seem to catch it! What happens when Bud turns his attention to an ant instead? Read to find out how Bud's adventure unfolds!

Bud the Cub

Sid is a pig. Sid is big and pink. He has a wig on his head. Sid spins and spins. His wig slips off! Sid grins at his wig. He lifts it up with his lips. Sid is a happy pig.

A Wig for Sid

- 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") 

"Kate had a wish."



"She wished for glasses to see."



"Inches from her, she thought she saw glasses in the grasses."



"She ran fast to the glasses."



"But, oh no! The glasses were broken."



"Kate felt sad, but then she had a plan."



"She went far and found boxes."



"She put the glasses in some trash boxes."



"Kate felt good. She had done a good deed."



"She went home to rest."



"The next day, Kate's pal gave her new glasses."



"She put on the glasses. Now she could see far out, past the bushes."



"Kate was glad with her new glasses."



"She could see everything. Her wishes came true."



Ahmed wakes up with wishes for a fun day. He and his pals ride buses to a museum in the city. What will Ahmed discover on his big trip?

Ahmed is excited for his first trip to the big city with his school friends. Today, they will explore a huge museum full of interesting things like old dresses, space rocks, and even foxes! What will be Ahmed's favorite part of the museum? Read to find out how his adventure unfolds!

Ahmed's Big Trip

Rocky, the fluffy puppy, loved his happy family. His family was funny, and his home was cozy. Rocky felt lucky every day. 



One sunny day, the bell rang. It was Teddy, his mom's buddy. 



Teddy had a big smile and a plan. "I want to take Rocky to the park," Teddy said. 



It would be a fun party for Rocky. But Rocky was a tiny bit scared



 He loved walks, but he wanted his mommy to come. He looked up at her with his big, puppy eyes. 



"It's okay, Rocky," she said with a pat. "Teddy will take good care of you."



Rocky walked with Teddy. It was a very sunny day!



The city was busy. But there was a muddy dog park with green grass where dogs could run and play.  



At the park, Teddy let Rocky run. "Go play, Rocky!" he said. 



Ring! Ring! Teddy's phone rang. He was very chatty.



Teddy was so chatty on his phone that he did not see Rocky go past the gate. "Oh no! Where's Rocky?" Teddy said.



He ran to the gate, calling, "Rocky!!" But luck was on their side. There was one more gate, and Rocky couldn't get past it. 



"Rocky, there you are!" Teddy said. 



"Let's go home, buddy," Teddy said. Rocky wagged his tail. 



When they got home, Rocky barked. "Mommy!!" Rocky jumped into her arms.



Rocky was so happy to be home. He even felt a bit brave. 

Rocky, a fluffy puppy, loved his cozy home and funny family. One sunny day, Mandy took him to a busy dog park, but Rocky was a tiny bit scared. Will Rocky find fun at the park or wish for his mommy?

Rocky, the fluffy puppy, loves his cozy home and his funny family. One day, his mom's buddy, Mandy, takes him to a big, busy park, but Rocky feels a tiny bit scared without his mommy. What happens when Rocky gets a chance to explore on his own? Read to find out how Rocky's adventure unfolds!

Rocky at the Park

"Flint is a dog.  
Flint sees a slug.  
The slug slips in mud.  
Flint spins and flops.  
The dog did slip.  
Flint rests on a log.  
The log is flat.  
Flint spots a blob.  
Blobs are in the pond.  
A clan of elk trot.  
Elk clomp past Flint.  
Flint is glad."

Flint is at camp. He sees a slug and slips in the mud. Will else will Flint do at camp?

Flint is spending his day at camp. Soon, he find a slippery slug and some green blobs in the pond. What will Flint discover next in this muddy, wild place? Read to find out what happens in Flint's day at camp!

Flint at Camp

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

"Colin, the puffin, lived in a cabin."



"He had a habit of flying until sunset."



"One day, he looked at a jacket in his cabin."



"He picked it up and found a ticket in the pocket."



"Jackpot!"



"The ticket was for a softball game at the sandlot."



"Excited, Colin flew rapidly to the distant sandlot."



"He watched the game until it ended at sunset."



"Back at his cabin, Colin patted his jacket pocket, a new habit."



"He slept, dreaming of the next ticket he could find."



"From that day on, Colin loved the game of softball."

Colin, the puffin, lives in a cabin. He discovers a ticket in his jacket pocket. What adventure awaits Colin at the sandlot?

Colin, the puffin, lived in a cozy cabin by the sea. One day, he discovered a forgotten ticket in the pocket of his old jacket. What adventure awaits Colin at the softball game at the sandlot? Read to find out how Colin's new passion for softball begins!

Jackpot in the Jacket

Pete the turkey was in the parade. He wore a big hat. Doves flew high above. Pete felt the thrill. 

"Look at me!" he said. The crowd gave a cheer. Pete swung his necks side to side. 

Some kids ran to see him. "Come here!" they said. Pete spun and waved. 

A fox was there too. It had a red coat. The fox struck a pose. 

Pete and the fox walked side by side. They had fun at the parade. 

A bell rang loud. Pete gave a nod. He was happy to be there. 

The parade was full of joy. Pete was the star. He loved his role. 

As the sun set, the parade was done. Pete waved goodbye to all.

Pete the turkey is in the parade. He wore a big hat and felt brave. Will Pete keep his cool when he sees the fox?

Pete the turkey was all dressed up for the big parade. Wearing his large, colorful hat, he felt ready to show off his best dance moves. But what happens when Pete spots a fox? Read to find out!

Pete in the Parade

"Deep in the woods, Owen the woodpecker made a cozy home in a tall redwood tree."



"Owen liked to tap and dig into the wood of the tree. He looked for bugs and sap to munch on. With his sharp bill, he made lots of holes in the bark. He felt full."



"One misty morning, Owen spotted an odd thing on the path near the brook. 'What is that?' he wondered."



"Owen flew down to have a look. It was a big, bright book with a red cover. Owen had not seen such a thing in the woods."



"With a flap of his wings, Owen got close. He gave the book a push with his bill. The book opened. It had lots of words and drawings."



"Just then, a gust of wind rushed past him. The pages in the book turned. Owen pecked at the pages, but they kept turning over and over."



"At last the pages stopped. A fox came over and said, 'What have you got there, Owen?'"



"'I do not know,' said Owen. 'Oh! It's a book,' said the fox. 'Books tell stories and help us learn. I can read it if you want.'"



"Owen said, 'Yes, please!' The fox read a story about a king on a ship fighting monsters in the sea. It was all so strange and grand."



"When the tale was done, Owen thanked the fox. 'Are there more books in the woods?' Owen asked the fox. 'Yes! Tomorrow, I can take you to a library with lots of books like these, said the fox."



"'Yes, I'd love that,' Owen replied. Owen could not wait. He felt glad to have found the book and happy that the fox helped him read. This book opened up his world. He wondered how many more books there were in the library."



"As the sun set, Owen flew back to his home. He could not wait to find more books. As he fell asleep, he dreamed of kings on ships and monsters."

Owen the woodpecker lives in a tall redwood tree. He discovers a mysterious book in the woods. What new worlds will Owen explore with the help of his new friend?

Owen the woodpecker lives happily in a tall redwood tree. One day, he finds something unusual in the woods—a bright red book! What adventures will the book reveal to Owen? Read to find out what happens next!

The Book

"Rob, the cub, sat."

"Rob, the cub, is in a box."

"Rob, the cub, sips milk."

"Rob, the cub, has a map."

"Rob, the cub, met a bug."

"Rob, the cub, digs in mud."

"Rob, the cub, naps on mat."

"Rob, the cub, sees a bird."

"Rob, the cub, sits on a log."

"Rob, the cub, has a red ball."

"Rob, the cub, plays with a cat."

"Rob, the cub, is not sad."

Stef is a hen. Stef hunts bugs but bumps into pigs. Can Stef find a snug spot to rest?

Stef is a happy hen who loves to hum and hunt bugs. But one day, while Stef is enjoying the sun, she gets bumped by some playful pigs! What will Stef do to find peace again? Read to find out how Stef solves her problem!

Stef and the Pigs

"Channing landed on lush grass."



"She was looking for a safe resting spot." 



"She went into a den by a rose bush, the best spot for sleeping."



"But then, there was a flashing in the sky."



"Channing left the den, asking, 'Are my pals doing okay?'"



"Then she saw a lost duckling sinking in the water. It was struggling!"



"Channing, pulling with all she could, saved the lost duckling."



"They hid in the den as the rain was falling."



"Channing and the duckling woke up. The sun shone on the wet land."



"Then, Channing and the duckling spent the day fishing."



"The duckling was dancing with joy, but he still felt longing for his flock."



"Channing thought of helping him."



"She let out a calling, her squawk ringing across the grass."



"The duckling's flock came, landing on the big rocks."



"The duckling ran to them. He looked back, thanking Channing with a nod."

Channing landed on lush grass. She was looking for a safe resting spot. What will happen when Channing spots a duckling in danger?

Channing the bird finds a cozy spot by a rose bush to rest. But her peace is quickly disturbed by a storm and a duckling in danger! Will Channing be able to save the duckling and find his family? Read to find out how their adventure unfolds!