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LITTLE ENGLISH

(PICTURE)

DICTIONARY


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Adjectives

An adjective is a word that describes something.

afraidWhen you're afraid,

you are scared.

ajarSomething that is ajar

is partly open. The

door is ajar.

alikeWhen things are alike

they look the same.

angryWhen you are angry,

you are very mad.

asleepWhen you are

asleep you are

not awake.

awakeWhen you are awake,

you are not asleep.

badWhen something is

bad, it is has

unpleasant qualities.

The opposite of bad is

good.

bigWhen someone or

something is big, it is

above average size.

biggerThe boy in the middle

is bigger than the boy

on the left.

biggestThe boy on the

right is the

biggest of the

three.

blackBlack is the color of a

very dark night.

blueThe sky is blue during

the day.brave

Someone who is

brave has courage.

brittleSomething that is

brittle will break or

snap in two easily.

Potato chips are

brittle.

brokenWhen

something is

broken, it does

not work or

has been

damaged.

brownBrown is the color of

wood.

cleanWhen something is

clean, it is not dirty.

closedWhen something is

closed, it is not open.

The door is closed.

colorfulSomething that is

colorful is brightly

colored or has many

colors.

courageA quality in

which a person

can face

danger or pain

without

showing

excessive fear.


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darkWhen it is dark, there

isn't much light.

differentWhen things are

different they are not

the same.

dirtyWhen something is

dirty, it is not clean.

earlyWhen somethings

happens early, it

occurs in the

beginning part of the

day or it occurs

before it was

expected to happen.

excellentWhen

something is

excellent, it is

very, very

good.

fastThis girl can run very

fast.

fatThe opposite of fat is

thin.

fieryFiery means very hot.

Fiery embers flew

out of the campfire.

fullThis glass is full.

Empty is the opposite

of full.

frightenedWhen we are

frightened, we

are afraid.

goodWhen something is

good, it is has nice

qualities. The opposite

of good is bad.

grayElephants are large,

gray mammals. Gray

paint can be made by

mixing black and

white paint.

greenGrass, broccoli, and

many other plants are

green. You can make

green paint by

mixing blue and

yellow paint.

happyPeople usually smile

when they're happy.

healthyWhen you are

healthy, you

are not sick.

hotFire is very hot.

largeWhen someone or

something is large, it is

above average size.

lastThe last item or

person is the one at

the end.

littleWhen someone or

something is little, it

is below average in

size.

littlerThe boy in the

middle is littler

than the boyon the right.


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littlestThe boy on the left is

the littlest of the three.

longWhen something is

long, it is not short.

loudThe opposite of loud

is quiet.

madWhen you are mad at

someone, you are

angry with them.

manyThe are many

apples above.

multicoloredMulticolored means

having many colors.

narrowWhen something is

narrow, it doesn't takeup a lot space from

side to side.

newWhen something is

new, it hasn't beenused before.

old

When someone orsomething is old, it

has been around for a

long, long time.

open

Something thatis open is not

shut. The door

is open.

orangeOrange is a color. You

can mix red andyellow paint to get

orange.

pink

Pink is the color youget when you mix red

and white paint.

purple

The color purple ismade by mixing red

and blue paint.

quietWhen it is quiet thereis no noise.

red

Red is the firstcolor in the

rainbow.

sad

Sometimes people crywhen they're sad.

scared

When you're scared,you are afraid.

shortWhen someone or

something is short, it

is below average

height.

shorter

The boy in the middleis shorter than the

boy on the right.

shortestThe boy on the

left is theshortest of the

three.

shutWhen something is

shut, it is not open The

door is shut.

sick

When you are sick,

you are not healthy.

slow

When something isslow it does not

move quickly.

smallWhen someone orsomething is small, it

is below average size.

smallerThe boy in the

middle is

smaller than

the boy on the

right.


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smallestThe boy on the left is

the smallest of thethree.

smartSomeone who is smart

can think well.

splendid

When something issplendid, it is very,

very good.

________

straightSomething straight is

not curvy or bent.

tallWhen

someone or

something istall, it is above

average height.

taller

The boy in the middleis taller than the boy

on the left.

tallestThe boy on the right is

the tallest of the three.

tiny

When someone orsomething is tiny, it

is very small.

tinier

The boy in the middleis tinier than the boy

on the right.

tiniestThe boy on the

left is thetiniest of the

three.

ugly

Something that is uglyis not nice to look at.

unhappy

Sometimes people crywhen they're unhappy.

upside downWhen something is

upside down, its top

is where its bottomused to be.

violetViolet is a bluish

purple color.

white

Snow is white.

wideWhen something is

wide, it takes up a lot

space from side to

side.

yellowYellow is a color. The

sun is yellow. Lemonsare yellow.

youngWhen someone or

something is young,

it has only been

around for a shorttime. A baby is

young.


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Adverbs

An adverbis a word that describes an action, telling "how," "when" or "where"the action took place.

angrilyWhen you act

angrily, your

actions

indicate that

you are very

mad.

bravelyWhen you act bravely,

you face danger and act

without fear or despite

your fear. Firefighters

bravely face danger.

dailyWhen something

is done daily, it is

done each day.

Some people

exercise daily.

earlyWhen something is done

early, it happens in the

beginning of the day or

before the expected time.

The sun rises early in the

day

fastWhen something or

someone moves

fast, they change

position very

rapidly. The sprinter

ran fast.

fieryWhen something

acts in an intense

or hot way, it isfiery. The fire

burned hotly.

friendlyWhen people

act nicely toeach other, they

are being

friendly.

gracefullyWhen you do

something gracefully,

you do it with

elegance and beauty.A ballerina dances

gracefully.

happilyWhen you do

something with

pleasure or joy, you

do it happily. She

happily helped her

brother.

harmoniouslyWhen people, countries,

or other groups behave in

a friendly manner, theyare acting harmoniously.

horizontallyWhen something

moves horizontally, it

moves left and right.

Trains travel

horizontally along their

tracks.

joyfully

When you dosomething with

great pleasure or

happiness, you do it

joyfully. She

joyfully went on

vacation.

lateWhen somethinghappens late, it is

done after the

expected time or is

done towards the

end of the day.

magically

When something is

done with magic and

mystery, it is done

magically. The rabbit

appeared magically out

of the magician's hat.

monthlyWhen somethingis done monthly,

it is done each

month. People

pay their bills

monthly.


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quicklyWhen something

or someone movesquickly, they

change position

very rapidly. An

athlete runs

quickly.

rapidlyWhen something or

someone moves rapidly,

they change position very

quickly. A cheetah runs

rapidly.

sadlyPeople behave

sadly when theyare sad or

depressed. She

cried sadly when

she found out the

bad news.

strenuouslyWhen you do

something

strenuously, you

put a lot of force

and energy into it.

verticallyWhen something

moves vertically, it

moves up and down.

Elevators move

vertically in a

building.

violentlyWhen something acts violently,

it uses great force. The wind in

a tornado spins violently.

weeklyWhen something is

done weekly, it is

done each week. Sue

shops weekly for

groceries.

wigglyWhen something

or someone is

wiggly, it twists

and moves all over.

yearlyWhen something is done

yearly, it is done each year.

People celebrate their birthday

yearly.

Astronomy-Related Words

asteroidAsteroids are tiny

planets that mostly orbit

between Mars and

Jupiter.

asteroid beltThe asteroid belt is a

doughnut-shaped

concentration of

asteroids that orbit

the Sun between the

orbits of Mars and

Jupiter.

astronautAn astronaut

goes up into

space to explore.

astronomerAstronomers are

people who study

astronomy and

learn about

objects in the

universe, like

stars and planets.

astronomyAstronomy is the

science that studies the

universe.


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atmosphereThe atmosphere is the

gas that surrounds a

planet.

atomEverything is made

up of tiny atoms.

auroraAuroras arebeautiful lights

in the near-polar

sky.

Big DipperThe Big Dipper is

a group of 7 starscontained in the

Northern

Hemisphere

constellation Ursa

major (the Great

Bear).

1,000,000,000

billion

A billion is a thousandmillion. The Earth is

billions of years old.

cometA comet is the a small,

icy object that orbit the

Sun. It's tail always

points away from thesun.

constellationA constellation

is a group of

stars that we

see in the sky.

They are notnecessarily

located

together in

space, but

looks as though

they are from

Earth.

crescent

moonA crescent

moon is smallerthan a half

moon.

EarthThe Earth is the

third planet from

the sun. It's wherewe live!

eclipseAn eclipse happens

when the moon blocks

out light from the sunor the Earth's shadow

goes across the moon.

falling starA falling star is not a

star; it is a meteor

(made of rock and/or

iron) which is burningup in the Earth's

atmosphere.

full moonA full moon appears

as an entire circle in

the sky.

galaxyA galaxy is an

enormous group

of stars.

gibbous moonA gibbous moon

is between a half

moon and a full

moon.

half moonA half moon looks like

half a circle.


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JupiterJupiter is the largest

planet in our solar

system and the fifth

planet from the sun.

Little DipperThe Little Dipper is agroup of stars in the

constellation Ursa

minor (the Little

Bear). This group of

stars ends at Polaris,

the pole star of the

Northern

Hemisphere.

MarsMars is areddish planet

and the fourth

planet from the

sun. It is the

planet that

comes closest to

the Earth.

MercuryMercury is a

moonless planet;

it is the planet

closest to the Sun.

meteorA meteor is a

meteoroid that has

entered the Earth's

atmosphere, usually

making a fiery trail as

it falls. It is sometimes

called a shooting star.

Most burn up before

hitting the Earth.

meteorite

A meteorite is a meteor

that has fallen to Earth.

Meteorites are made of

stone, iron, or stony-

iron.

meteoroidMeteoroids are tiny

stones or pieces ofmetal that travel

through space.

meteor

showerA meteor

shower is when

a lot of meteor

fall through the

atmosphere in a

short time.

Milky WayThe Milky Way is

a bright line of

stars stretching

across the night

sky.

Milky Way Galaxy

Our solar system is inthe Milky Way galaxy.

We can see the Milky

Way as a band of stars

in the night sky.

moonThe Earth has one

moon. The moon has no

atmosphere. The sameside of the moon always

faces the Earth.

nebulaA nebula is a cloud of

gas and dust in space.

NeptuneNeptune is the

eighth planet

from the Sun.

This frozen

planet has 8moons.

North StarThe north star is a

star that is located

almost due north

and is useful for

navigation.

Polaris is

currently the polestar of the

Northern

Hemisphere.

observatoryAn observatory is place

where people observe

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orbitThe Moon orbits the

Earth. The Earth orbits

the Sun.

phases of the

MoonAs the moon circles

the Earth, the shape

of the Moon appears

to change. The phases

of the Moon are: the

new moon, waxing

crescent, first quarter,

waxing gibbous, full

moon, waning

gibbous, last quarter,and waning crescent.

planetNine planets

orbit our Sun.

planetariumPlanetariums put

on star shows that

teach astronomy.

PlutoPluto is the ninth and

usually the farthest

planet from the Sun.

Pluto is the smallest

planet in our Solar

System.

quasarA quasar is a distant

energy source in space

which gives off large

amounts of radiation.

satelliteSatellites orbit the

Earth.

SaturnSaturn is the

sixth planet

from the Sun. It

has beautiful

rings.

shooting star

A shooting star isnot a star; it is a

meteor (made of

rock and/or iron)

which is burning

up in the Earth's

atmosphere.

Solar SystemIn our Solar System,

nine planets, many

asteroids, comets, and

other objects orbit

around our sun.

space shuttleThe space shuttle flies

into space and back

down again, carrying

people and equipment.

spacesuitAstronauts wear

spacesuits when they

walk in space.

starsEach of the stars

we see in the

night sky is

another sun, but

much farther

away than our

sun.

SunThe Sun is a

medium-sized

yellow star in our

Solar System. We

get our light and

most of our

energy from the

Sun.

UranusUranus is the seventh

planet from the Sun.

Uranus looks bluish

and is covered with

clouds. It has an

unusual, tipped axis,

which gives it extremeseasons.


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Venus

Venus is the secondplanet from the Sun and

the hottest planet in our

Solar System. From the

Earth, Venus is the

brightest object in the

sky except for the Sun

and the Moon.

zodiacThe zodiac is a band

of 12 constellations

(groups of stars) in

the sky, including

Capricorn, Aquarius,

Sagittarius, Scorpio,

Libra, Virgo, Leo,

Cancer, Gemini,

Taurus, Aries, and

Pisces.

At the Firehouse: Words

ambulanceAn ambulance

takes sick

people to the

hospital.

axAn ax is useful for

chopping wood.

bootsBoots are a type of shoe.

Boots cover the feet and

part of the lower legs.

DalmatianThe Dalmatian is a

white dog that has

dark spots.

dangerYou can get hurt

in a dangerous

situation.

fireFire is very hot.

firefighter

A firefighter is a personwho puts out fires and

saves people's lives.

fire truck

Fire fighters on a firetruck help put out fires.

flame

A flame is a fire.

flashlightA flashlight

helps you find

your way in the

dark.

hatchetA hatchet is an

ax with a short

handle.

helmetA helmet protects your

head. Firefighters wearhelmets.

heroA hero is someone who is

admired for great courage,

noble character, andperforming good deeds,

like a firefighter.

hoseWater flows

through a hose.

hydrantFire fighters

hook a hose upto a fire hydrant

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ladderYou can climb

up a ladder to

reach tallthings.

ropeA rope is useful for tying

things together.

waterWater is a liquid that can

put out some types of

fires.

wrenchA wrench is a tool

that turns nuts or

bolts, like those on

a fire hydrant.

Bathroom-Related Words

bathtub

You take a bath in abathtub.

bubbles

It is fun toblow soap

bubbles!

combA comb is a used tosmooth or untangle hair.

eyedropper

An eyedropper is used todrop liquids one drop at

a time.

faucetYou can turn waterflow on or off at a

faucet.

hairbrushA hairbrush is used

to brush and

untangle hair.

mirror

You can seeyour reflection

in a mirror.

shampooA shampoo is a liquid

soap used to wash hair.

When you shampoo your

hair, you wash it.

showerWhen you shower, you

wash your body in a

stream of falling water.

sinkWe can wash ourhands at a sink.

soapSoap and water helpclean things.

toiletToilets are in

bathrooms.

toothbrush

You can keep your teethhealthy by using a

toothbrush to clean them.

toothpasteYou use toothpaste to

clean your teeth.towel

You can dry things

with a towel.

tubA tub is a large

container. Tub is

also another wordfor bathtub.


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At the Beach:

Beach-Related Words

ballA ball is round

and fun to

bounce, throw,

kick, or catch.

bathing suitA bathing suit is a

garment you wear

while swimming.

beachA beach is where the

water meets the land.

You can build sand

castles on the beach.

clamClams are animals

with two shells.

They burrow under

the sand.

coral reefCoral reefs are warm,

clear, shallow ocean

habitats that are rich in

life.

crabA crab has a

hard shell and

eyes on stalks

on its head.

fiddler crabThe fiddler crab is

small crab that lives

on beaches. The

male fiddler crab

has one enlarged

claw.

fishFish live in the water

and breathe with gills.

fishing rodPeople use fishing

rods to catch fish.

hammockA hammock is a large

net or cloth that is used

for sleeping or

relaxing; it is hung up

by both ends.

ice cream

coneAn ice cream

cone is nice to

eat on a hotsummer day.

intertidal zoneThe intertidal zone

is where the sea

meets the land, the

area between hightide and low tide.

kelpKelp is brown seaweed

that grows in cold

water.

kiteYou can fly a kite

on windy days.

netA net is used to catch

things.

popsicleA popsicles is a

sweet, frozentreat on a stick.

reefReefs are warm,

clear, shallow oceanhabitats that are rich

in life.

sandSand is a loose material

composed of finedebris of rock and

mineral particles.

sandals

S andals are openshoes worn in warm

weather.

sandcastleA sandcastle is a small

castle made of damp

sand.


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sand dollar

Sand Dollars arecoin-shaped

spiny-skinned

sea bed animals

that have 5-part

radial symmetry.

seaA sea is a large

body of salt water

that is connected toan ocean. A sea may

be partly or

completely

surrounded by land.

sea gullSea gull is the common

name for some birds

that live near oceans

and lakes.

seaweed

Seaweed is a plantthat lives in the sea.

shell

Some animals grow ashell for protection.

starfishStarfish (also

known as sea

stars) are

animals that live

on the ocean

floor.

SunThe Sun is a

medium-sized

yellow star in our

Solar System. We

get our light and

most of our energy

from the Sun.

swimWhen you swim, you

move around in the

water.

swim finsPeople wear swim

fins on their feet to

help them swim.

towelYou can dry things

with a towel.

trash canA trash can

holds garbage.

waveThere are waves of

water in the ocean.whelk

Whelks are ocean

animals with a hard,

spiral shell.


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Bird-Related Words

albatrossThe albatross is

web-footed bird

that can fly for

a long period of

time.

Arctic ternThe Arctic tern is asmall bird that flies

from the Arctic to the

Antarctic and back

again each year.

bald eagleThe bald eagle is a

large bird of prey. It

is the symbol of the

USA.

beakA beak is the hard,

outer part of a some

animal's mouth. Birds,

octopi, squid, and

other animals have

beaks. Some dinosaurs

had them too.

bipedA biped is an animal

that walks on two legs.

People and birds are

bipeds. Tyrannosaurus

rex was a biped.

birdBirds have

feathers and

wings. Most

birds can fly.

blackbirdBlackbirds are black!

bluebirdThe bluebird is a

beautiful song bird

that is the symbol of

many of the states in

the USA.

blue jayThe blue jay is a

beautiful, noisy blue

bird.

bonesBones are hard,

structural parts of the

body of many animals,

including birds.

cageSome people

keep birds in

cages.

Canada gooseThe Canada goose is

a large North

American bird that

honks.

canaryCanaries sing very

well.

cardinalThe Northern Cardinal

is a bird with a short,

wide bill. The male is

bright red; the female

is brownish-red.

carnivoreCarnivores are

organisms that eat

meat. Many birds, like

eagles, are carnivores.

cassowaryA huge,

flightless bird

from Australia

with a helmet-

like crest on its

head.

chickA chick is a baby

chicken. Some other

baby birds are alsocalled chicks.

chickenA chicken is a farm

animal.

clawA claw is a hard,

sharp, curved nail on

the feet of some

animals. Bears, cats,

birds, dinosaurs, and

many other animals

have claws.

cockatooCockatoos are birds

that have a large,

feathery crest and a

hooked bill. They arefrom Australia and

Indonesia.


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crane

The crane is awading bird with

a long neck, a

long bill, and long

legs.

crow

A crow is a verysmart black bird. cuckoo

Cuckoos are birds whose call

sounds like coo-coo.

dodoThe dodo is anextinct, flightless

bird that lived on

an island in the

Indian Ocean

near Africa.

doveThe dove is a bird

that is a symbol

of peace.

duckDucks are birds

that have webbed

feet and a

flattened bill.

They swim well

and live near the

water.

ducklingA duckling is a

young duck.

eagleThe eagle is a large bird of prey.

It has a hooked bill and sharp

talons.

egretThe egret is a

large wading

bird.

emperor

penguinThe emperor

penguin is the

largest penguin; it

lives on ice packsin Antarctica.

emuThe emu is a large

Australian bird

that cannot fly.

endangered

speciesEndangered species

are types ofanimals or plants

that may become

extinct soon. Many

birds species are

endangered.

extinct

When a group of animals orplants goes extinct, they are

gone forever. Some extinct

animals include dinosaurs,

saber-toothed cats, and dodo

birds.

feather

Birds havefeathers.

flamingo

The flamingo is apink bird that eats

shrimp.


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flyThe fly is a small,

flying insect.

food webThe food web (or

food chain) is all of

the interactions

between predators

and prey in which

plants and animals

obtain food.

goldfishA goldfish is a type of carp that

makes a nice pet.

gooseGeese are

migrating birds

that honk!

goslingA gosling is a

baby goose

great horned

owlThe great horned

owl is a large bird

of prey fromNorth and South

America.

groundhogThe groundhog is a

rodent that is also

called the

woodchuck.

gullGulls are birds that live near

oceans and lakes.

guppyGuppies are a

type of small

tropical fish.

habitatA habitat is the

natural place

where a plant or

an animal lives.

For example, a

toucan's habitat isthe rainforest.

harpy eagleThe harpy eagle isone of the largest

eagles in the

world. It lives in

rainforests of

Central America

and South

America.

hawkThe hawk is a bird

of prey, a raptor.

henA hen is a female chicken. Hens

lay eggs.

heronA large wading

bird with

distinctive

plumage and a

long, sharp bill.

hummingbirdHummingbirds

are tiny birds thatdrink flower

nectar. They can

hover in the air

and even fly

backwards.


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nuthatchThe nuthatch is a

small perching

bird that can

climb down trees

and opens nuts

using its bill like a

hatchet.

orioleThe oriole is ablack and orange

bird that eats fruit

and nectar. It builds

a hanging nest.

oropendolaThe crested oropendola is a

tropical black bird that makes

long, pendulous nests.

ostrichThe ostrich is thelargest bird. It

can't fly, but it

runs very fast.

owlOwls are birds of

prey that havelarge eyes and

very good

eyesight. Most

owls hunt at

night.

parrotThe parrot is a

beautiful bird that

can imitate

sounds very well.

peacockThe peacock is a

beautiful bird from

india. The male has

a large train of

feathers.

pelicanThe pelican is fish-eating bird

with a huge, pouched bill.

penguinPenguins are

birds that cannot

fly but swim verywell.

peregrine

falconThe peregrine

falcon is the

fastest-flying

bird. It prey upon

other birds.

petsPets are animals

that live with us,

like parrots and

canaries.

pigeonThere are a lot of

pigeons in cities.prairie chicken

The prairie chicken is a bird that

lives in grasslands of NorthAmerica.

puffinThe puffin is an

Arctic sea bird.

quailA quail is a

bird; it spends a

lot of time onthe ground.

quetzalThe quetzal is a

beautiful rain

forest bird with

very long tail

feathers.

rainbow lorikeetA small, colorful,

brush-tonguedparrot from

Australia.

rhea

The rhea is a large, flightlessbird from South America.

roadrunnerThe roadrunner is

a bird is a fastrunning bird that

rarely flies.

robinThe robin is a

common bird

with red-colored

feathers on itsbreast.


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rockhopperpenguin

The rockhopper

penguin is a

small, aggressive,

crested bird that

cannot fly.

sea gullThe sea gull is the

common name for

some birds that live

near oceans and

lakes.

snow gooseThe snow goose is a migratory

bird from North America.

snowy owl

The snowy owl isa white owl that

lives in the North

American tundra

(a cold, snowy

environment).

sparrowThe sparrow is asmall, common

songbird.

spotted owlThe spotted owl is

an owl from the

Pacific coast of

North America.

swanSwans are long-

necked water birds.

ternTerns are birds that are

sometimes called "sea

swallows."toucan

The toucan is a

rainforest bird

that has a big,colorful beak.

turkeyTurkeys are

large birds that

nest on the

ground.

umbrellabirdThe Umbrellabirdis a rain forest

bird with a large

tuft of feathers on

its head.

vulture

The vulture is abig, bald-headed

bird that eats dead

animals.

woodpeckerThe woodpecker is a bird that

can peck holes in trees.

xenops

Xenops is arainforest bird

from the

Americas.


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Birthday-Related Words

balloonsBalloons are rubber

sacks that are filled

with air or other

gases.

birthdayYou have a

birthday every

year.

birthday cakeBirthday cakes are

sweet and delicious!

cakeCake is a sweet

dessert.

candleA candle is a stick of wax

with a wick that can burn.

candyCandy is very sweet. children

Children are

young people.

chocolateChocolate is a tasty

treat made from

cocoa beans and

sugar.

clownClowns are people

who dress up in

funny clothes and

try to make you

laugh.

cupcakeA cupcake is a tiny cake.

giftIt's nice to give

gifts. It's nice to get

them too.

ice creamIce cream is

cold, creamy,

and sweet

treat.

juiceJuice is pressed from

fruit or vegetables.

lollipopA lollipop is candy

on a stick.

paper plateA paper plate is a

disposable plate that is

made out of paper. Peopleuse paper plates at picnics

and some parties.

pizzaPizza is made of

dough that is

covered with tomato

sauce and cheese; itis baked in an oven.

popsicleA popsicles is

a sweet, frozen

treat on astick.

presentA present is a gift,

something you give

to someone.

ribbonYou can tie a bow

in a ribbon to

decoratesomething.

toysWe play with toys.


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Body-Related Words

anatomyAnatomy is a

science that

studies the body.

ankleThe ankle is the

joint between your

foot and leg.

bandageA bandage is a clean pad

that is used to cover and

protect cuts and other

injuries.

bipedA biped is an animal

that walks on two legs.

People are bipeds.

Tyrannosaurus rex was

a biped.

bodyEveryone has a

body.

bonesBones are hard,

structural parts of

the body of many

animals. We have

206 bones in our

skeleton.

brainWe think with our

brain. The brain is

protected by the

skull.

cheekThe cheeks are the sides

of the face between the

mouth area and the ear.

chinThe chin is the part of

the face below the

mouth.

earWe hear things

with our ears.

Our ears give us

a sense of

hearing.

elbowThe elbow is the

joint in the middle

of your arm.

eyeWe see with our

eyes. Our eyes give

us a sense of sight.

eyebrowThe eyebrows are dense

patches of hair above the

eyes.

eyelashEyelashes are long

hairs on the edges of

the eyelids.

eyelidEyelids are flaps

of skin that cover

and protect our

eyes.

faceThis is a funny

face!

feetWe have ten toes

on our feet.femur

The femur is the upper

leg (thigh) bone. It is the

longest bone in the

human body.

fingerWe have five fingers

on each hand.

fingernailFingernails grow

at the ends of

your fingers.


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fingerprintThe pattern marks

on our fingertips

are fingerprints.

footWe have five toes

on each foot.

foreheadThe forehead is the part

of the face that is above

the eyebrows and below

the hair.

hairHair grows on all

mammals.

handWe can do

amazing things

with our hands.

headWe all have a

head on our

shoulders.

healthyWhen you are

healthy, you are not

sick. heart

Your heart pumps blood

throughout your body.

heelThe heel is the back

part of the foot.

hipsYour hips are

below your waist

and above your

legs.

intestinesIntestines are a

part of thedigestive system.

The intestines

help digest food,

absorb it into the

body, and excrete

waste.

iris

The colored part ofthe eye around the

pupil is the iris.jaws

Jaws let you open and

close your mouth and

take bites.

kidneyThe kidney are bean-

shaped organs that take

waste from the blood

and produce urine.

kneeThe knee is

where the leg

bends. It itbetween the

lower leg and the

upper leg (the

thigh).

legsMany animals

have legs. People

have two legs,

cows have four

legs, insects have

six legs, and

spiders have eight

legs. Tables andchairs also have

legs.

lipsChickens don't

have lips, but

people do.

lungsSome animals use lungs

to breathe. People have

lungs.

mouthWe use our mouths to

eat and talk.

nailNails are hard

scales that grow

at the ends of

your fingers.


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naked

When you arenaked, you aren't

wearing any

clothes.

neck

Your neck isbetween your head

and your shoulders.

noseWe use the nose to

breathe; it also gives us a

sense of smell.

nurseA nurse takes care of

you when you're sick or

hurt.

pupilA pupil is the

opening in the

center of the

eye's iris - the

pupil looks like a

black circle in the

middle of the

eye.

shoulderYour shoulders

are under your

neck.

skeletonA skeleton is the

set of bones in a

body. People have

skeletons, and so

do many other

animals.

skinThe skin is the outer

covering of our body.

skullThe skull is the bony

structure of head that

encloses the brain and

supports the jaws. This

is a T. rex skull.

tongueOur tongue helps

us eat, taste, and

talk.

spineThe spine (also

called the

backbone) is a

series of

connected bones

in the back that

surround andprotect the spinal

cord.

stomachThe stomach is a

pouch-like organ

that is part of the

digestive system.

The stomach helps

digest food by

churning it in an

acid bath.

thumbThe thumb is the widest

finger on a person's hand.

The thumb is next to the

pointing finger. All apes

(like gorillas and chimps)have thumbs.

toeWe have five toes on

each foot.

toenailToenails grow at

the ends of your

toes.

toothWe use our teeth

to chew food.Teeth are held in

the gums by roots.

vertebraA vertebra is one of the series

of small, connected bones inthe spine that surround and

protect the spinal cord. Theplural of vertebra is

vertebrae.

waistThe waist is the middle

of the body, between thechest and the hips.

x-rayAn x-ray is a picture of

your bones or teeth.


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Building-Related Words

archAn arch is a curved

opening.

bankYou can put your

money in a bank

for safe keeping.

brickThis fireplace is

made out of bricks.

buildingA building is a

structure built by

people.

cabinA cabin is a small,

simple house.

castleA castle is a huge,

fancy building where a

king or queen lives.

churchSome people

worship in

churches.

doghouseSome dogs live in

doghouses.

doorYou can go in and out

through a door.

elevatorAn elevator carries

people and things up

and down a tall

building.

entranceYou can go into an

area through an

entrance.

exitYou can leave an

area through an

exit.factory

Many items, like

cars, are made in

factories.

gargoyleGargoyles are stone

sculptures of grotesque

creatures that sit

perched atop some

buildings; they act as

waterspouts.

greenhouseA greenhouse is a

building, usually

made out of glass, in

which people grow

plants.

homeHome is where you

live.

houseSome people live

in houses.

hutA hut is a small,

simple shelter.

iglooAn igloo is a house

made out of blocks of

ice. Brr!

libraryLibraries have books,

tapes, and computer

programs.


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lighthouseA lighthouse shines a

very bright light so

ships won't sail ashore

or into rocks bymistake.

log cabinA log cabin is a

house made oflogs.

marketWe can buy things

at a market.

museumMuseums exhibit art,

historic objects, and

scientific finds - likedinosaur fossils.

palaceA palace is a huge

house where a king

or queen lives.

pyramidThe pyramids in Egypt

are huge buildings that

have a square base and

triangular sides.

roofThe roof is the

top covering of a

building.

schoolA school is a place

where you learn

things.

skyscraperA skyscraper is a very

tall building.

stadiumA stadium is a large

building in which

sports events are

held.

storeA store is where we

can buy things.

tentA tent is a

temporary shelter

made of fabric.

tepeeA tepee is a house

made by some

Native Americans.

urbanUrban means relating

to or located in a city.

wallA wall is a side of a

building or a room or

a fence.

White HouseThe White House is

where the President of

the United States lives

and works. The

address of the White

House is 1600Pennsylvania Avenue

NW, Washington,

D.C.

windmill

A windmill usesthe wind to

generate power.


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Camping-Related Words

backpackA backpack is a sack that

is worn on the back and is

used to carry things.

cabinA cabin is a small,

simple house.

cameraYou can take

pictures with a

camera.

camperYou can travel

and sleep in a

camper.

camp fireA camp fire is a fire

made during a

campout; it is used to

cook food and to

warm up people in

cold weather.

campingWhen people go camping,

they go into an outdoor

area and sleep in a tent,

cabin or camper.

candleA candle is a stick

of wax with a wick

that can burn.

canoeA canoe is a small

boat.

compassA compass

always points

north.

eastEast is a compass

direction. East is

opposite west.

flashlightA flashlight helps you

find your way in the dark.

forestA forest is a large

group of trees and

underbrush where

many animals live.

kayakA kayak is a small

boat with an

opening in the

center for a person.

lakeA lake is a large

body of water

surrounded by

land on all

sides. Really

huge lakes are

often calledseas.

lanternA lantern is a device

that gives off light.

logA log is a short piece of a

tree trunk.log cabin

A log cabin is ahouse made of logs.

mapA map shows the

features of an area.

You can find your

way around by

using a map.

mountainA mountain is a

very tall high,

natural place on

Earth - higher

than a hill. Thetallest mountain

on Earth is Mt.

Everest.

northNorth is a compass

direction. North isopposite south.


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sleeping bagA sleeping bag is a fabric

sack you can sleep in.

south

South is a compassdirection. South is

opposite from north.

tentA tent is a

temporary shelter

made of fabric.

water bottleA water bottleholds water.

west

West is a compassdirection. West is

opposite east.

City-Related Words

alleyAn alley is a narrow

road between

buildings.

ambulanceAn ambulance takes sick

people to the hospital.

art galleryYou can see works

of art at an art

gallery.

automobileAn automobile is a

car.

avenueAn avenue is a

wide street.

bankYou can put your

money in a bank for

safe keeping.

bridgeA bridge is a structure

over water, or over

another thing that is

difficult to cross.

buildingA building is a

structure built by

people.

bus

A bus is a largevehicle that can

take many

passengers to

places.

cabCab is another

word for taxi.

carYou can travel in a

car.

churchSome people worship in

churches.

cityA city is a place

where a lot of

people live.

crosswalkA crosswalk is a

marked area on a

street where it is

safer to cross.

elevatorAn elevator carries

people and things

up and down a tall

building.


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factoryMany items, like

cars, are made in

factories.

fire hydrant

Fire fighters hook a hoseup to a fire hydrant to

get water.

fire truckFire fighters on a

fire truck help put

out fires.

garbage truckA garbage truck

picks up garbageand hauls it to the

dump.

house

Some people livein houses.

hydrantFire fighters hook a

hose up to a fire

hydrant to get water.

intersectionAn intersection is a

where two or more

things, like roads, meet.

laneA lane is a small

road.

libraryLibraries have

books, tapes, and

computer

programs.

mail carrierA mail carrier

delivers the mail.

marketWe can buy things at

a market.

motorcycleA motorcycle has two

wheels and can go

fassssttttttt!

museumMuseums exhibitart, historic objects,

and scientific finds

- like dinosaur

fossils.

neighborhoodA neighborhood is

the place where

you and the people

around you live.

obeliskAn obelisk is a tall,

four-sided tower

topped with a

pyramid.

palaceA palace is a huge

house where a king

or queen lives.

roadA road is a wide path

made for travelling.

schoolA school is a place

where you learn

things.

sidewalkA sidewalk is a

paved path for

people to walk on.

skyscraperA skyscraper is a

very tall building.

stadium

A stadium is a large building inwhich sports events are held.

stop signA stop sign is a t raffic sign that tells

cars to stop moving before they

continue; it has eight sides.

storeA store is where we can buy

things.

streetA street is a public road.

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town

A town is a verysmall city.

traffic lightA traffic light directs

traffic safely. Greenmeans go, yellow means

prepare to stop, and red

means stop.

trainA train has an

engine that pullsrailroad cars along

a track.

truckA truck is a vehicle

that can carry bigloads.

urban

Urban meansrelating to or

located in a city.

vanA van is a truck used

to haul people and

things from oneplace to another.

villageA village is a very small

town.

wall

A wall is a side of abuilding or a room

or a fence.


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Clothing and Grooming-Related Words

apronAn apron protects

clothing from

getting dirty.

backpackA backpack is a

sack that is worn

on the back and is

used to carry

things.

bathing suitA bathing suit is a

garment you wear while

swimming.

beadsBeads are small objects

with a hole through them

so that they can be strung

together to make jewelry

or other things.

blouseA blouse is a

shirt, a type of

garment worn

on the upper

part of the body.

bootsBoots are a type of

shoe. Boots cover

the feet and part of

the lower legs.

bowA bow is loops of

ribbon or sting that

are tied together.

braceletA bracelet is jewelry

you wear on your wrist.

braidA braid is three or more

strands that are woventogether into a rope-like

shape.

buttonA button is used

to fasten

clothes.

caneA cane is a

walking stick.

capA cap is a type of

hat.

capeA cape is a flowing

piece of clothing that

hangs loose on your

shoulders.

change purseCoins are carried in a

change purse.

clothesPeople wear

clothes.

clothes hangerWe hang up

clothes on clothes

hangers.

clothespinClothespins are

used to hang wet

laundry on a

clothes line to dry.

coatA coat helps you keepwarm when it is cold.

costumePeople wear costumes to

pretend they are someone

or something else.

crownA crown is a

fancy hat worn

by kings and

queens.


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dressA dress is a piece

of clothing with a

top and a skirt.

earmuffsEarmuffs keep

your ears warm.

earringEarrings are jewelry for

the ears.

eyeglassesEyeglasses help some

people see more clearly.

glassesGlasses help

some people see

more clearly.

gloveWe wear gloves to

protect our hands.

gownA gown is a fancy

dress.

hairbrushA hairbrush is used to

brush and untangle hair.

hangerWe hang up clothes on

hangers

hatSome hats

protect you

from the sun.

Some hats are

just for fun!

helmetA helmet protects

your head.

ice skateWhen you wear

ice skates, you can

glide across ice.

ironIrons press the wrinkles

out of clothes.jacket

A jacket is a short coat.

jeansJeans are pants

made from

denim fabric.

jewelJewels sparkle and

shine.

jewelryRings, pins,

earrings and

necklaces are

jewelry.

kimonoA kimono is a beautiful

gown worn by Japanese

women.

knittingSweaters and socks are

made by knitting.

laceLace is a very

delicate fabric.

laundryDoing the laundry

means washing

and drying clothes.

laundry basketLaundry is put in

laundry baskets.loafers

Loafers are a type of

slip-on shoe.

lorgnettesLorgnettes are glasses (or

opera glasses, which are

small binoculars) that are

mounted on a handle.

This type of glasses was

used a long time ago.

mittenMittens keep

your hands

warm.


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mortar boardA mortar board is

a square hat that is

worn by people

when they

graduate from

school.

necklace

A necklace isjewelry for your

neck.

necktieA necktie is a narrow

band of fabric tiedaround the neck.

nightgownA nightgown is a long,loose garment worn to

bed.

overallsOveralls are

baggy pants

with shoulder

straps and apiece of fabric

covering the

chest.

overcoatAn overcoat will

keep you warm

when it is cold.

pajamasSome people wear

pajamas to bed at

night.

pantsPants are clothes that

cover the legs and up to

the waist.

pinA pin is a small, sharp

piece of metal used in

sewing.

purse

A purse is asmall bag in

which some

girls and

women carry

their money and

other things.

raincoatA raincoat keeps

you dry when it

rains.

safety pinA safety pin is a

type of pin that is

used to fasten

clothes and

diapers.

sandalsSandals are open shoes

worn in warm weather.

scarfA scarf is a piece of cloth

that people wear around

their neck or on their

head.

sewYou can sew

using a needle

and thread.

Clothes are

made by

sewing.

sewing machineA sewing machine

sews stitches very

quickly and easily.

The sewingmachine was

invented in 1846

by Elias Howe.

shirtSome shirts have

short sleeves,

some have long

sleeves, and some

have no sleeves at

all.

shoePeople wear shoes on

their feet.

shortsShorts are pants that reach

above or around the

knees.

silkSilk is a delicate

thread that is

used to make

fine fabric. Silkis obtained from

the cocoon of

the silkworm

moth.


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skirtA skirt is a pieceof clothing that is

worn on the lower

part of the body.

slipper

A slipper is acasual shoe wornaround the house.

sneaker

A sneaker is a type ofshoe used for many

sports.

sock

We wear socks under ourshoes.

spectaclesSpectacles is

another wordfor glasses.

suitA suit is a set of

matching clothes.

suitcaseWhen you travel,

you carry your

clothing in a

suitcase.

sunglasses

Sunglasses help toprotect your eyes from

too much sunlight. swimsuitA swimsuit is a garment

you wear while

swimming.

tieA tie is anarrow band of

fabric tied

around the neck.

t-shirtA t-shirt is a

simple shirt

without buttons or

a collar.

tutuBallerinassometimes wear

tutus when they

dance.

umbrellaAn umbrella protects

you from the rain.

undershirtAn undershirt is a shirt

that is sometimes worn

under clothes.

underwearPeople wearunderwear

under their

clothes.

uniformA uniform is a

special outfit worn

by members of a

group.

vest

A vest is asleeveless piece of

clothing that is

usually worn over

a shirt.

walletPeople carry money in a

wallet.

watchA watch is a small clock

you can take with you to

tell time.

wigA wig is fakehair.

yarn

Sweaters are madeout of yarn.

zipperYou can open and

close a zipper.


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Containers

backpackA backpack is a sack

that is worn on the

back and is used to

carry things.

bagYou can put

things in a bag.

barrelA barrel is a large,

wooden container.

basketYou can carry things in a

basket.

bottleA bottle is a

container with a

narrow neck and

mouth.

boxA box can hold

things.

containerA container can

hold things.

bucketA bucket is a container

with a handle.cage

Some people keep birds

in cages.

canSome food anddrinks come in

cans.

cartonSome liquids (like

milk and orange

juice) are packaged in

cartons.

cork

A cork is used asa bottle stopper. It

is made from tree

bark.

egg cartonAn egg carton holds

eggs and keep them

from breaking.

envelopeAn envelope holds aletter.

jarJars are

containers with

a large opening

and a lid.

lidA lid is a top for a

pan or other

container.

oilcanAn oilcan is a

container for oil.

packageA package is a

wrapped box that

contains something.

pailA pail is a container with

a handle.

sackA sack is a

container. You

can put things in

a sack.

spray canA fine mist of liquidcomes out of a spray

can.

suitcaseWhen you travel,

you carry yourclothing in a

suitcase.

trunkA trunk is a very largetraveling case.

tubeSome pastes and gels

(like toothpaste) come intubes.

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vaseVases are holders for

flowers.

vatA vat is a large

tub that holds

liquids.

water bottleA water bottle holds

water.

watering canYou can water plants

with a watering can.

Devices

abacusAn abacus is a

ancient device that

is used for

arithmetic

calculations.

aileronAilerons are the

outer flaps on the

rear surface of the

wings of an airpane.

Ailerons are used to

keep the airplane

from rollling from

side to side.

airplaneAirplanes fly in

the sky.

bulbA light bulb turns

electricity into light.

cameraYou can take

pictures with a

camera.

can openerA can opener is a

device that opens

cans.

deviceA device is a piece

of equipment that

does a job. For

example, a can

opener is a device

that opens cans.

engineThe engine of a

train pulls the

railroad cars along

the track.

engineThe engines of an airplane

propel it through the air.

fanA fan is a machine

that makes a

breeze.

flashlightA flashlight helps

you find your way

in the dark.

freezerA freezer keeps

things icy.

funnelA funnel is a

device that lets

you pour things

from one

container toanother.

gyroscopeA gyroscope is a spinning

wheel set in a movable

frame. When the wheel

spins, it is very hard to

move the gyroscope - it

essentially stays in its

original orientation.

incandescent

light bulbAn incandescent

light bulb turns

electricity into light

as an electric

current causes a

filament to glow in

an air-free

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inventor

An inventor designs andcreates new, useful things.

ironIrons press the

wrinkles out of

clothes.

joystickA joystick is used

to play some

computer games.

lockYou can lock and unlock a

lock with a key.

magnifying

glassA magnifying glass

is a lens that makes

things look largerthan they really

are.

microscopeA microscope lets you see

very tiny things.

microwave ovenMicrowave ovens heat up

food quickly.

mirrorYou can see your

reflection in a

mirror.

padlockYou can lock and unlock a

padlock with a key.

pliersPliers are tools that

hold things.

radarRadar is a device that uses

reflected radio waves to

located objects at a

distance. Radar is short

for "radio detection and

ranging."

radio

A radio lets you hear

broadcast music and talk

shows.

refrigeratorA refrigerator is a

machine that

keeps food cold.

remote controlA remote control lets you

operate a machine from

far away.

rocketA rocket is a

machine that

propels itself into

space.

safety pin

A safety pin is a type ofpin that is used to fasten

clothes and diapers.

scaleA scale is a machine for

weighing things.

sewing

machineA sewing machine

sews stitches veryquickly and

easily. The

sewing machine

was invented in

1846 by Elias

Howe.

sonarIn sonar (also called

echolocation), a high-

pitched sound (usually

clicks) is sent out. The

sound bounces off the

object and some returns.

The returning echo is

interpreted to determine

the object's shape,

direction, distance, and

texture. Dolphins (and

other toothed whales) and

some bats use sonar to

navigate and find prey.

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people who are faraway by using a

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telescopeA telescope is a optical

device that makes

faraway objects appear

closer and larger,

allowing us to see distant

objects in space.

televisionA television is a machine

that receives pictures and

sounds. People watch and

listen to shows on

television.

thermometerA thermometer is

used for telling

what the

temperature is.

toasterA toaster is a machine that

heats up slices of bread,

making toast.vacuum cleaner

A vacuum cleaner is a device

used to clean rugs and floors.

yokeA yoke is a device that

holds two working

animals (like oxen)

together.

Farm-Related Words

barnA barn is a farm

building where animals

and animal feed are

kept.

bullA bull is a male cow.

bunnyA bunny is a young

rabbit.

calfA calf is a

young cow.

catCats are mammals

and are great pets.

Cats were revered

by the ancient

Egyptians.

chickA chick is a baby

chicken. Some other

baby birds are also

called chicks.

chickenA chicken is a farm

animal.

cowMost of the milk we

drink comes from

cows.

dogDogs wag

their tails

when they're

happy.

donkeyDonkeys can be very

stubborn.

duckDucks are birds that

have webbed feet and a

flattened bill. They

swim well and live near

the water.

ducklingA duckling is a young

duck.

farmFarms are where plants

are grown and animals

are raised.

farm

animalsFarm animals

are very

useful to

people.

farmerFarmers produce

food by growing

plants and tending

animals.


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fence

A fence is a type ofbarrier.

gooseGeese are migrating

birds that honk!

gosling

A gosling is a babygoose.

haystackA haystack is

a big pile ofhay.

henA hen is a female

chicken. Hens lay

eggs.

hoeA hoe is a garden tool.

hogA hog is a hoofed

mammal that issimilar to a pig.

honey beeHoney bees are insects

that live in a hive and

make honey.

horseHorses are

very fast

runners.

horseshoeA horseshoe is a

metal protector for ahorse's hoof.

kidA kid is a young goat.

kittenA kitten is a young

cat.

lambA lamb is a baby sheep.

milkMilk comes

from cows

and other

mammals.

oxOxen are large,

hairy mammals that

live in the far north.

pigPigs are hoofed

mammals that oink!

pigletA piglet is a young

pig.

puppyA puppy is a young

dog.

rabbitA rabbit is a

small, cute

mammal with

big ears.

roosterA rooster is a male

chicken.

scarecrowA scarecrow is a figure

of a person that is made

of straw. It is used to

scare crows away from

crops.

sheepSheep are farm

animals that are

raised for wool and

meat.

sheepdog, old

EnglishThe old English

sheepdog is an

affectionate, long-

haired dog that wasoriginally bred in Great

Britain.

shovelShovels are

used to dig.

siloA silo is a building

in which bulk food,

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tractorA tractor is a powerful

vehicle that can pull a

plow or other farm

tools.

wellA well is a deep hole

in the ground fromwhich you get water.

Flower-Related Words: Little Explorers Picture

Dictionary

bluebellBluebells are bell-

shaped flowers. bouquetA bouquet is a

bunch of flowers.

bulbA plant bulb wil sprout

into a new plant. Tulips

grow from bulbs.

California poppyThe California poppy is a

small, cup-shaped flower

that lives in dry areas.

carnationA carnation is a

flower; it can

be white, pink,

or red.

daffodil

The daffodil is ayellow flower that

blooms early in

the spring.

daisyThe daisy is a

pretty flower.

dandelionDandelions are weeds

with pretty yellowflowers that turn into

seed puff-balls.

flowerA flower makes seeds.

Flowers are a plant's

reproductive organs.Hummingbirds, bees,

butterflies, and other

animals drink the sweet

nectar that is made by

flowers.

forget-me-

notsForget-me-nots

are plants that

have beautiful

blue flowers.


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gardenPlants grow in a

garden.

greenhouseA greenhouse is a

building, usually

made out of glass,

in which people

grow plants. Some

flowers are grown

in greenhouses.

irisIrises are beautiful

flowers with long, thin,

flat leaves.lily

A lily is a funnel-shaped

flower.

nasturtium

Nasturtiums areplants with

bright, pretty

flowers and

round leaves.

orchidOrchids are

colorful flowers

that live in warm

areas.

poppyA poppy is a

delicate flower.

rootsThe roots are the parts

of a plant that gets

water and other

nutrients from the soil.

Roots also store energy

and provide support for

the plant. Most rootsgrow underground.

roseThe rose is a beautiful

flower with a sweet scent.seed

Seeds grow into

plants.

stemThe stem is the

part of a plant that

provides support

for the plant.

tulipThe tulip is a cup-

shaped flower.

Venus flytrap

The Venus flytrap is aplant that catches and

digests bugs.

violetsViolets are deep purple

flowers.

yuccaYucca is a

flowering plantwith stiff

leaves; it lives

in dry areas.

zinniaZinnias are pretty

flowers.


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Food-Related Words: Little Explorers Picture

Dictionary

almondAn almond is a

type of nut.

appleAn apple is a

juicy fruit that

grows on an apple

tree.

Appleseed, JohnnyJohnny Appleseed was

a legendary man who

planted apple trees

through the USA. His

real name was John

Chapman, but he was

called Johnny

Appleseed because ofhis love for growing

apple trees.

artichokeThe artichoke is a spiny,

green vegetable.

avocadoThe avocado is an

oily, green fruit; it is

sometimes called the

alligator pear.

Avocados grow on

trees in warm areas.

bagelA bagel is a

chewy kind ofroll.

bakerA baker bakes

food in the oven,like breads, cakes,

and cookies.

banana

Bananas are a sweet,yellow fruit.

batterA batter is an uncooked,

liquid mixture of flour,

eggs, butter and other

ingredients. When a

batter is cooked, it

becomes solid. Cookies,

cakes, and muffins are

made from batter.

birthday cake

Birthday cakes aresweet and delicious!

blackberryBlackberries are

dark-colored,edible berries

that grow on

prickly vines.

bowlYou can eat soup

or cereal in abowl.

breadBread is made from

flour and is baked in an

oven.

breakfastBreakfast is a meal thatis eaten in the morning.

broccoliBroccoli is a green

vegetable.

bubble gumYou can chew

bubble gum and

blow bubbles.

bunA bun is a sweet

roll.

butterButter is a rich spread

made from cream.

cakeCake is a sweet dessert.

candyCandy is very sweet.


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carrotA carrot is an

orange vegetablethat grows

underground.

cauliflowerCauliflower is a

white vegetable;

it is related tobroccoli.

celeryCelery is a crisp, green

vegetable.

cheeseCheese is a food made

from milk.

chefA chef cooks food.

cherriesCherries are a

sweet, tangy, red

fruit.

chocolateChocolate is a

tasty treat made

from cocoa beans

and sugar.

chopsticksChopsticks are eating

utensils used by many

people in Asia.

coffeeCoffee is a drink made

from roasted coffee

beans.

cookieCookies are small,

sweet, baked treats.

corkA cork is used as

a bottle stopper.

It is made fromtree bark.

cornCorn is a yellow

vegetable you can

eat on its cob.

Corn was grown

by Native

Americans for

thousands of

years before the

Europeans settled

in North America.

cornucopiaA cornucopia, also

called a horn of plenty,

is a horn-shaped basket

that is filled with fruit

and grains. It is a

symbol of abundance

and prosperity.

cotton candy

Cotton candy is a sweettreat that is spun from

sugar.

creamCream is the richest

part of milk. Butter

and ice cream aremade from cream.

cucumberCucumber is a

cool, crisp

vegetable that isgood in salad.

cuisineA cuisine is a

style of preparing

food.

cupboard

Things are stored incupboards.

cupYou can drink from a

cup.

cupcakeA cupcake is a tiny

cake.

dessertDesserts are

sweet treats.

dietA balanced diet is

good for you.

dinnerDinner is a meal that is

eaten in the evening.

dishWe eat food on a dish.

doughnutDoughnuts are sweet

and have a hole in

their middle.


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drinkPeople need to

drink water

every day.

egg cartonAn egg carton

holds eggs and

keep them frombreaking.

eatWe eat when we are

hungry.

eggMany animals hatch

from eggs. Dinosaurs

hatched from eggs.

People eat a lot ofchicken eggs.

eggplantAn eggplant is a

purple vegetable.

flourFlour is ground

up grain (like

wheat). Bread is

made from flour.

foodWe eat food to

get energy and to

grow.

food pyramidThe food pyramid is a

diagram that lets you

know the US

government's

recommended diet.

food webThe food web (or food

chain) is all of the

interactions between

predators and prey in

which plants and

animals obtain food.

forkForks are used for

eating solid food.

freezerA freezer keeps

things icy.

fruitFruit is the part of

some plants that

contains the

seeds. Apples,

strawberries,

oranges, and

bananas are fruit.

frying panYou can cook food in a

frying pan.

gingerbreadGingerbread is a spicy

cookie. Gingerbread

men and gingerbread

women are cookies

shaped like little people.

glassWe drink out of

glasses.

grapefruitGrapefruits are a

type of citrus

fruit that

sometime squirt

you when you

eat them.

grapesGrapes are

delicious fruit that

grow on vines.grater

A grater is a tool used

to cut food into tinypieces.

green beanA green bean is a long,

thin, green vegetable. It

is pod that containsbean seeds. It is also

called a string bean.

hamHam is a type of

meat that comes

from the top part of a

pig's leg.


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hamburgerA hamburger is a

cooked patty of

ground beef,

usually served ina bun.

honeyHoney is a sweet

substance made

by bees.

hot dogA hot dog is a type of

cooked meat in the

shape of a sausage; it is

usually served in a long

bun.

hungryWhen you're hungry,

you want to eat somefood.

iceIce is frozen water.

ice creamIce cream is

cold, creamy,

and sweet treat.

ice cream coneAn ice cream

cone is nice to eat

on a hot summer

day.

iced teaIced tea is a cold drink.

jamJam is a spread made

from fruit.

jellyJelly is a spread

made from fruit

juice.

jellybeansJellybeans are

colorful and

sweet.

jugA jug holds a

liquid, like water.

juiceJuice is pressed from

fruit or vegetables.

kettleA kettle is a pot in

which you boil water.

kitchenPeople prepare and

store food in a

kitchen.

kiwiThe kiwi is a tangy fruit

that grows in warm areas.

knifeYou can cut things with a

knife.ladle

A ladle is a large spoon used toserve soup and gravy.

lemonA lemon is a sour, yellow fruit.

lemonadeLemonade is a drink made

from water, lemon juice, and

sugar.

lettuce

Lettuce is a leafyvegetable that is

good in salads.

licoriceLicorice is a type

of candy.

lime

A lime is a sour, greencitrus fruit.

lollipopA lollipop is candy on a

stick.

lunchLunch is a meal

eaten in the middle

of the day.

lunch boxSome people

carry their lunchin a lunch box.

macaroni

Macaroni is atube-shaped

noodle.

meal

Breakfast, lunch, anddinner are meals.

measuring cupA measuring cup is

useful in baking andcooking.

meatMeat is a type of

food that comesfrom animals. Some

types of meat are

beef and ham.


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melonMelons are fruits

that have a rind.

microwave

ovenMicrowave ovens

heat up foodquickly.

milkMilk comes from cows

and other mammals.

muffinMuffins are small,

baked goods made from

a batter.

mugA mug is a large

cup.

mushroomMushrooms are

fast-growing

fungi. They grow

in dark, damp

places.

napkinAfter you eat, you

can clean your

face with a

napkin.

nectarineA nectarine is a sweet,

juicy fruit with smooth

skin; it is related to the

peach.

noodlesNoodles are flat strips

of pasta. Noodles were

invented in China.

nutA nut is a dry seed

or fruit with a hard

shell.

oatmealOatmeal is a

cereal.

oilOil is a greasy

liquid.

oliveAn olive is an oily fruit

that grows on an

evergreen tree.

omeletAn omelet is a dish

made from eggs.

omnivoreAn omnivore is an

animal that eats

plants and meat.

People areomnivores

onionOnions are sharp

tastingvegetables.

orangeOranges are

sweet, juicy fruit.

orange juiceOrange juice is made

from oranges.

ovenOvens get very hot. You

can bake food in anoven.

oven mittAn oven mitt

protects your hand

when you put things

in or out of an oven.

oysterThe oyster is a

soft-bodiedmarine animal

that is protected

by two hard

shells.

panYou can cook

food in a pan.

paper plate

A paper plate is adisposable plate that is

made out of paper.

People use paper plates

at picnics.

pastaPasta is a type of food

made from flour.Spaghetti and macaroni

are types of pasta.

peachPeaches are sweet,

juicy fruit with fuzzy

skin.


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peanutPeanuts grow

undergound; they are

a type of legume.

pearThe pear is a

sweet fruit with a

thin skin.

pea podPeas grow in pea

pods.

peasPeas are small, round

vegetables.

pepperPepper is a spice that

many people use to

season their food.

pepperA pepper is a sharp-

tasting, hollow

vegetable. Peppers can

be red, green, yellow,

and orange.

pickleA pickle is a

cucumber that is

preserved in brine.

pieA pie is a dessert

that is made with

fruit and has a crust.

pitcherA pitcher is a

container for pouring

liquids.

pizzaPizza is made of

dough that is covered

with tomato sauce

and cheese; it is

baked in an oven.

plateA plate is a flat dish

on which we put food.

plumA plum is a sweet,

juicy, purple fruit.

podPeas grow in pea

pods.

popsicleA popsicles is a

sweet, frozen treat on

a stick.

potPeople cook food in

pots.

potatoPotatoes are starchy

vegetables that grow

undergound.

pretzelPretzels are salty,

knotted snacks.

pruneA prune is a dried

plum.

pumpkinThe pumpkin is a

large, orange

vegetable that grows

on a vine.

pumpkin piePumpkin pie is a

dessert made from

pumpkins.

radishA radish is a sharp-

tasting vegetable that

grows underground.

raisinRaisins are dried

grapes.

raspberryRaspberries are a

type of edible berry

that grows on a

prickly vine.

recipeA recipe is a set of

instructions for

making a type of

food.

refrigeratorA refrigerator is a

machine that keeps

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riceRice is a food. It is a

grain that grows inwarm, wet soil. Rice is

an important food in

much of Asia.

rollA roll is a small

piece of bakeddough.

rolling pinA rolling pin is used

to roll out dough.

saladA salad is a type of

food that is usually

made with lettuce

and other vegetables.

salamiSalami is a type of

salty, spicy meat

product, usuallymade from beef

and/or pork.

saltSalt is an importantcrystalline mineral

that we use to season

our food.

sandwich

A sandwich ischeese,

peanutbutter,

meat, or another

filling between

two slices of

bread.

sausageSausage is a type ofmeat.

sliceWhen something is

sliced, thin pieces are

cut from it.

soupSoup is a type of

food. Vegetable soup

and chicken soup are

two kinds of soup.

spatulaA spatula is a tool that

has a wide, flat end.

spoonA spoon is usedfor eating food

like soup and

cereal.

squashSquash grows in warm

weather.

steakSteak is a slice of meat.

stoveYou can cook food on a

stove.

strawberryThe strawberry is a

sweet, red fruit.

string beanA string bean is a

long, thin, green

vegetable. It is

pod that contains

bean seeds. It is

also called a green

bean.

sugarSugar is a sweet

food.

sunflowerA sunflower is a

plant that turns to

face the sun.

teaTea is a drink that is

brewed from tea

leaves.


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teapotYou can brew tea in a

teapot.

toasterA toaster is a

machine that heats

up slices of bread,

making toast.

tomatoTomatoes are soft

and tangy; they

grow on vines.

tunaThe tuna is a very

large, bony fish that

lives in the ocean.

People eat a lot of

tuna.

turkey

Turkeys are largebirds that nest on the

ground.

utensilsUtensils are tools used

in the kitchen, like

knives, forks, andspoons.

vegetable

Vegetables arevery good for you.

vinegarVinegar is a sour

liquid that is used toflavor or preserve

foods.

walnutA walnut is an edible

nut from the walnut

tree.

waterWater is a liquid that

we drink and use to

wash. Water covers

over two thirds of the

surface of the Earth,and much of our

body is made of

water.

water bottleA water bottle holds

water.

watermelonWatermelon is a

large, delicious,red fruit with a

thick green rind.

wheatWheat is a grain.

Flour is made from

ground-up wheat.

whiskA whisk is used to

beat eggs or batter.

wokA wok is a cookingpot used in Asia.

yamYams are sweet

vegetables that growunderground.

yogurtYogurt is a dairyfood made from

milk.

yolkThe yolk of an egg

is yellow and

contains stored foodfor a bird or reptile

before it hatches.

zucchiniZucchini is a type of

squash.

Furniture Words

armchairAn armchair is a

chair with arms.bed

People sleep in beds.

benchA few people can sit

on a bench.

bookcaseBooks are stored in

bookcases.

chair

A chair is apiece of

furniture that

people sit on.


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couchA couch is a big, soft

piece of furniture

that many people can

sit on.

cradleA cradle is a small bed

for a baby.

cupboardThings are stored in

cupboards.

dresserA dresser is a piece

of furniture in which

you can store things.

footstoolA footstool is a

small piece of

furniture.

furnitureTables, chairs, sofas,

and beds are

furniture.

grandfather clockA grandfather clock is

a large, free-standingpendulum clock.

shelfA shelf is a small

platform on which

things can be placed.

sofaA sofa is a large, soft

piece of furniture

that many people can

sit on.

stoolA stool is a seat

with neither

arms nor a back.

tableA table is a piece of

furniture with a flat

top and legs.

Geology-Related Words

atomEverything is

made up of tiny

atoms.

crystalCrystals are solids

whose atoms form

a very regular

pattern.

diamondA diamond is a very

hard, shiny jewel.

emeraldAn emerald is a hard,

shiny, deep green

jewel.

gemGems sparkle and

shine.

geyserA geyser is a

natural hot spring

that occasionally

sprays water and

steam above the

ground.

geologyGeology is the

study of the Earth's

structure, including

rocks and minerals.

glacierA glacier is a large,

slowly-moving river

of ice.

goldGold is a precious

metal. Coins and

jewelry are made from

gold. The Sacajawea US

dollar coin above looks

like gold.

graniteGranite is a common

type of igneous rock.

Granite is formed in a

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igneous rockWhen molten rock

cools, igneous

rock is formed.

impact craterImpact craters are

the remains of

collisions between

an asteroid or

meteorite and the

Earth.

ironIron is a common

metal that is used for

many things, like traintracks, pots, and

pipes.

lavaLava is molten rock. It

comes out of eruptingvolcanoes.

limestoneLimestone is a type of

sedimentary rock that

is made of the

skeletons of tiny

microorganisms.

magnetA magnet attractsthings made of

iron.

marbleMarble is a

beautiful

metamorphic rock.

metalA metal is an element

that has a crystallinestructure when it is solid

form. Many metals are

shiny and many conduct

electricity. Some metals

include iron, copper,

silver, and gold.

metamorphic rock

Metamorphic rocksare compacted by

pressure and heat from

deep inside the earth.

mineralA mineral is a naturally-

occurring solid whose

molecules form a regularpattern (usually forming

crystals). Some common

minerals include quartz,

salt, diamond, and

feldspar.

pebbleA pebble is a

small, smooth

stone.

quartzQuartz is a

common crystalline

mineral.

rockA rock is a stone. The

Earth's crust is made

of rock.

rubyA ruby is a hard,

shiny, red jewel.

saltSalt is an important

crystalline mineral

that we use to season

our food.

sandSand is a loose

material

composed of fine

debris of rock and

mineral particles.

sedimentaryrock

Sedimentary rock

is rock that has

formed from

sediment and is

where most fossils

are found.

silverSilver is a valuable

metal; it is also the

shiniest metal. Some

coins and jewelry are

made from silver.

soilPlants grow in soil.

solidA solid is a matter inwhich the molecules

are very close together

and cannot move

around. Ice, quartz,

and diamonds are

solids.


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stone

A stone is a rock.streak

A streak is a long

mark or stripe of

color.

tsunamiA tsunami is a rare,

giant series of waves

caused by an

underwater

earthquake or other

large-scale,

underwater

disturbance.

volcanoA volcano is a

mountainous vent in

the Earth's crust.When a volcano

erupts, it spews out

lava, ashes, and hot

gases from deep inside

the Earth.

waterWater is a liquid that

we drink and use to

wash. Water coversover two thirds of the

surface of the Earth,

and much of our body

is made of water.

wellA well is a deep

hole in the ground

from which you

get water.

House-Related Words

armchairAn armchair is a

chair with arms.

bathtubYou take a bath in a

bathtub.bed

People sleep in beds.

benchA few people can sit on

a bench.

bookcaseBooks are stored

in bookcases.

brickThis fireplace is

made out of bricks.

broomYou can sweep the

floor with a broom.

can openerA can opener is a

device that opens

cans.

carpetA carpet is a floorcovering made of

woven yarn or thick

fabric.

chairA chair is a pieceof furniture that

people sit on.

chimneyA chimney is a

structure in which

you can build a

fire.

chinaChina is well-made

pottery that was first

made in China.

clothespinClothespins are used

to hang wet laundry

on a clothes line to

dry.

couchA couch is a big, softpiece of furniture that

many people can sit on.

cradleA cradle is a small

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cuckoo clockA cuckoo clock

has a mechanical

bird that sings

every hour.

cupboardThings are stored in

cupboards.

curtainsCurtains are cloth

hung on and around a

window.

doorYou can go in and out

through a door.

drapesDrapes are cloth

hung on and

around a window.

dresserA dresser is a piece

of furniture in

which you can

store things.

fanA fan is a machine

that makes a breeze.

faucetYou can turn water

flo

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