Three books with accompanying activities with the focus on compound words, suffix /ed/, and contractions.
|  Book 01 - Backyard Trip | 
 Ned & Patrick find that their backyard is a great place to explore nature and to daydream.  Together, they gather some snacks and spend the afternoon in their backyard treehouse. Focus skill: Recognizing that compound words are made up of two whole words.  | 
| Book 02 - Through the Four Seasons | 
 Ned & Patrick travel through al four seasons.  During each season, they fill their days with their favorite past-time activities.  The name of each season is hidden in the pages.  Try to find it before reading about that season. Focus skill: Recognizing words with the suffix /ed/.  This suffix has three sounds, and children will learn to recognize these sounds with multiple exposures to the words with each sound.  | 
| Book 03 - Shouldn't Couldn't Wouldn't | 
 Ned & Patrick have an easy-going day, but Patrick has to help Ned remember some safety rules.  Patrick shows his love and concern for Ned as he helps his dog stay safe. Focus skill: Recognizing contractions and how to read them fluently.  | 
              
            
      
      
      
      
      




