1 Mr. and Mrs. Peck surprised their children with a trip to the Oklahoma State Fair. The twins, Rich and Bernie, were so excited about going, they forgot to tease their little sister, Ashley.
2 After a two-hour drive, Mr. Peck pulled into the parking lot. The boys excitedly turned to look at the tall whirling objects in the carnival. “Wow, look at them spin! I want to go there first,” exclaimed Rich and Bernie agreed. When they entered the fairgrounds a man in a red shirt gave them flyers. It listed the programs on one side and a map of the carnival area on the other.
3 They stood still for a few minutes taking in all the sights, sounds and smells. Some children were riding horses to prepare for the races. People were brushing pigs, cows, dogs and other animals to be entered in contests. The smell of hot buttery popcorn and the soft sweet smell of cotton candy made their mouths water. There were crowds everywhere. Some ladies were taking homemade food and clothing to a long building. Many more contests would be held there. The winners would receive purple, blue, and red ribbons.
4 Ashley and her mother decided to look at the animals. Then they would check out the pies and cakes. Mr. Peck wanted to buy a hamburger and relax. Rich and Bernie were headed to the carnival. Mr. Peck gave them the carnival map and money to buy tickets for the rides.
5 The family agreed to meet at the carnival ticket booth in an hour. Ashley and Mom were afraid to get lost so they also took a map. There was so much to see and do! Yes, the State Fair was a great place!