1 It was the last day of school. Pete was happy. He liked school, but he liked summer better.
2 Pete was having a pool party. All his friends were coming. He could hardly wait. After school, he rushed home. He wanted the party to be just right.
3 Mom made sandwiches. She also had a big jug of juice.
4 "Pete, make sure your room is clean," she said.
5 Pete nodded. "It is, Mom," he said. Soon the doorbell rang.
6 "I will get it!" yelled Pete.
7 Alan and James were there. They were ready to swim.
8 "Hi, guys!" said Pete. "We are almost ready to start. Come on in."
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