Description:
The Hike is a decodable with the focus skill of words with vowel teams (oa, oe, ow). This title was specifically designed to support older students as they develop foundational English reading skills, as it emphasize the domains of language development (listening, speaking, reading, writing) with an emphasis on cognates and vocabulary. The Hike is about Joe and Chlow as they hike up a steep and overgrown trail, complaining about their sore toes along the way. Despite some bumps and stumbles, like Chlow tripping on a rock, they keep going and enjoy the beautiful nature around them. When they finally reach the top, they spot a doe among the trees, making the tough climb worth it.