Description Hen and her eggs are wet. Luckily her friend Ben is there to help! This fun photographic easy-to-read story features the short "e" vowel sound in decodable patterns CVC, CCVC, & CVCC. Includes blends lp, fr nd tw & st, and digraphs sh & th. With a note on phonics to parents and teachers at the beginning and story starters at the end, these books give kids the perfect start on educational success.