Adventure in the Woods

Once upon a time, in the small town of Greenwood, best friends Lenora and Sylvia decided they wanted an adventure. They were both ten years old, full of energy, and ready to explore the world. The perfect opportunity came when Lenora’s parents suggested they go camping in the nearby Elderwood Forest. With excitement bubbling and bags packed, Lenora, Sylvia, and Charlie, Lenora’s enthusiastic golden retriever, set off on their adventure.

The forest greeted them with chirping birds and rustling leaves. As they walked deeper into the woods, they found a perfect spot near a bubbling brook and set up their tent. “This will be our home for the next two days!” exclaimed Sylvia as she helped Lenora unload their supplies.

After setting up camp, they decided to go on a hike. Charlie, with his nose to the ground, led the way. The trail was surrounded by towering trees and the occasional splash of wildflowers. Suddenly, Charlie stopped and barked. Before them lay a small, muddy footprint. “Look, animal tracks!” Sylvia shouted. “Maybe it’s a deer or a fox,” Lenora replied, intrigued.

They followed the tracks until they reached a clearing. There, to their surprise, they spotted a young deer nibbling on some berries. Quietly, they watched, marveling at the peaceful scene. After the deer wandered off, they returned to camp, chatting excitedly about their discovery.

That night, under a blanket of stars, they roasted marshmallows over a fire. Charlie dozed by their side. They exchanged ghost stories and laughed, their voices mingling with the crackle of the fire. As they settled into their tent for the night, the sounds of the forest sang them to sleep.

The next morning, they awoke to a misty forest. After breakfast, they played games and explored more of the forest, finding interesting bugs and birds. As the sun began to set, they packed up their camp, leaving no trace behind, and headed home, tired but filled with joy from their adventures.

Back home, as they unpacked, Lenora found a small, shiny stone in her pocket. “Look what I’ve brought back from our adventure,” she said, showing Sylvia. They agreed to keep it as a souvenir of their unforgettable trip to Elderwood Forest, dreaming of their next adventure.

Reading Comprehension Questions

• 1. What inspired Lenora and Sylvia to go camping?
• 2. Who did Lenora and Sylvia take with them on their camping trip?
• 3. Describe the location where they set up their camp.
• 4. What did they find on their hike that excited them?
• 5. What did they do on their first night in the forest?
• 6. What souvenir did Lenora bring back from their adventure?