Reading Skills for Today's Adults

Today is Beth’s fifth birthday. She just got a new bike for a gift. She wants to ride it right now!

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Dad says, “Wait. You still have one box left to open.” Beth opens it. It is a red bike helmet. “This helmet will keep your head safe,” says Dad. “I wear one when I ride my bike. I want you to wear yours each time you ride your bike.”

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“Okay,” says Beth, “I will.” “Let’s ride our bikes to the park, Dad!”

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“Okay,” says Dad. “Let’s get our helmets on.” Beth’s helmet is too loose. Her brother tightens the chinstrap.  

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With wide smiles on their faces, Beth’s family bikes to the park.