Ted's hen, Red, is not in her pen. Can Tim and Mel help him find her? They're on the case! This title in the Budding Blossom Stories series includes initial sounds b, c, d, f, g, h, m, n, p, r, s, and t, along with high-frequency words. Budding Blossom Stories provide the first steps of independent reading, serving as a bridge between phonological awareness instruction and decoding written English, with a focus on initial sounds and high-utility, high-frequency words. Rich, colorful illustrations enhance the reading experience, providing content to discuss characters and settings in more depth.