summer day at the park. From playing on the new playground to meeting a robin, they have a fun time in the sun. When they are hot and tired, their favorite oak tree greets them with a shady spot to escape the heat. Stairway Decodables is a supplemental phonics resource that's perfect for supporting small group instruction, independent reading, or reading practice at home. This title provides practice in decoding words with the diphthong ou/ow.