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Pip's First Spring
Pip was a tiny bison calf. His fur was bright orange-red. He was born in the spring. The soft green grass was wet with rain.
Pip stood on his long legs. His knees felt wobbly. He took one small step. Then he took another! Mama Bison stayed right by his side.
The wide grasslands of North Dakota were full of life. Yellow flowers bloomed in the warm sun. A little bird sang a happy song. Pip sniffed the fresh wind.
Pip wanted to explore. He ran across the green hill. His tiny hooves made soft sounds on the dirt. Mama Bison walked behind him to keep him safe.
Soon, Pip came to a small stream. The water was cool and bright. Pip stopped and looked at the water. Could he jump over it?
Pip took a big breath. He leaped into the air! He landed safely on the other side. Pip was proud. Spring was a wonderful time to grow.
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Glossary
- bison:
- A large wild animal with a shaggy coat and humped back.
- calf:
- A young mammal, such as a baby bison or cow.
- grasslands:
- Large, open areas of land covered mostly with grass.
- hooves:
- The hard covering on the feet of animals like bison, horses, or deer.
- stream:
- A small, narrow river of flowing water.
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“Pip's First Spring” is a short story reading passage about Bison Calf in Spring Grasslands, written for Lower Elementary. It takes about 1 minutes to read (160 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.
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It’s written for Lower Elementary — a short story text about Bison Calf in Spring Grasslands, about a 1-minute read (160 words).
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