UFLI

- Use mostly 1 syllable words in the story except for skill words, custom words, character, setting, and character name.
- Vary sentence patterns (simple, compound, and complex)
- Use connecting words and subordinating conjunctions (while, when, as, until, etc.)
- Implement "show, not tell" descriptive techniques, incorporating sensory details (how things feel, sound, look, etc.)
- Use dialogue
- There should be a clear problem and solution

Lesson 102 (-less, -ful)

- 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.

Lesson 121 (the schwa)

Reading Horizons (1st)

Maya the alpaca lived in the mountains. She had a shiny black coat that glowed under the sun. Maya was fearless and loved to explore.

One day, Maya set out on a cheerful walk. She climbed rocky paths and leaped over streams. The sun was bright, and the wind was soft.

Maya felt grateful for the beautiful day. As she walked, Maya heard a loud chirp. She stopped and saw a bird with colorful feathers.

The bird looked restless and helpless. It had a broken wing and could not fly. Maya carefully walked closer to the bird.

She wanted to help. "Don't worry," Maya said softly. "I will help you." The bird looked at Maya with hopeful eyes.

Maya gently picked up the bird and carried it to a safe spot. She found a soft patch of grass and placed the bird there. Maya created a nest made of twigs and leaves.

The bird chirped happily. Maya felt joyful and successful. She knew the bird would be safe now.

Maya kept on walking. She saw a wild puma ahead. The puma looked powerful and strong. She felt fearful of the puma but carefully walked towards it. 

The puma greeted Maya with a respectful nod and they sharaed a playful moment before parting ways. 

Maya walked further and rested by a tree near a river. She watched the water flow and felt peaceful. 

Maya felt tired but happy. She felt thankful for the wonderful day in her mountain home. 

She looked forward to more deligthful days ahead. 

Camilla the alpaca lived in the mountains. She had a shiny white coat that glowed under the sun.

One day, Camilla wanted to explore. She climbed rocky paths and leaped over streams. The sun was bright, and the wind was soft.

As she walked, Camilla heard a loud chirp. She stopped and saw a bird with colorful feathers.

The bird looked restless and helpless. It had a broken wing and could not fly. Camilla walked closer to the bird.

She wanted to help. "It's okay," Camilla said softly. "I will help you." The bird looked at Camilla with hopeful eyes.

Camilla gently picked up the bird and carried it to a safe spot. She found a soft patch of grass and placed the bird there. Camilla created a nest made of twigs and leaves.

The bird chirped happily. Camilla felt joyful and successful. She knew the bird would be safe now.

Camilla kept on walking. She saw a wild puma ahead. The puma looked powerful and strong.

The puma greeted Camilla with a respectful nod. They had a playful moment before parting ways. 

Camilla walked further and rested by a tree near a river. She watched the peaceful water flow.

Camilla felt tired and happy. She was thankful for the wonderful day.

She looked forward to more delightful and helpful days ahead. 

Maya the alpaca lived in the mountains. She found a bird with a broken wing. Can Maya help the bird and keep herself safe from the powerful puma?

Maya the alpaca loves exploring the sunny mountains. One day, she finds a bird with a broken wing and wants to help. What will Maya do to make sure the bird is safe? Read to find out how Maya's kindness shines!