As his family cheers him on, Dad signs up for a race to get fit and try his best in this Little Blossom Stories title. Readers will build word knowledge by learning the prefix bi- as they apply their phonics skills to decode multisyllabic words with familiar word parts. The Little Blossom Stories decodable series uses compelling fiction with an authentic narrative arc to build key reading skills. Each book includes sequenced sound/spelling patterns, a repetition of sight words, and comprehensive word lists to support teaching. Vibrant original illustrations bring characters to life and enrich children's earliest reading experiences.