Hummus
Hummus is a tasty food. It is a soft dip. People make it with beans and oil. You can eat it with bread. It is good for you. Do you like to dip bread in it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanguage & Culture articles — Page 28
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Hyacinth (Bichurin)
Hyacinth was a man who loved books. He learned to read and write in China. He shared stories from China with the world. He helped many people learn new things. His work was very big. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHydroponics
Plants can grow in water. They do not need soil. The water has food for them. This helps them grow big. It can even work in space! Can you grow a plant in water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHyperbole
You can use big words to show feelings. You might say a bag weighs a ton. It is not really that heavy. This helps people know you are excited. It can be funny, too! Do you use big words like that?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHyphen
A hyphen is a small mark. It looks like a short line. It joins two words together. It can also break a big word. This helps us read well. It makes writing clear. Do you see hyphens in your books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHypocorism
Some names are for love. We call them pet names. They make a name feel small. You might call a friend Bob. It shows you care for them. It is a sweet way to talk. Do you have a pet name?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIced coffee
Iced coffee is a cold drink. It is made with coffee and ice. Some people add milk or sugar. It can even have ice cream on top. This treat is yummy on a hot day. Do you like cold drinks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIced tea
Iced tea is a cold drink. It is made from tea leaves. You can add sweet sugar. Some people add lemon too. It is good on a hot day. Do you like cold tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIcelandic language
Icelandic is a way to talk. It is used in Iceland. Many people speak it there. It is a very old way to talk. You can read old stories in it. It is fun to learn. Do you want to try it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIdeogram
Some signs show ideas. They do not use sounds. A plus sign means add. A red sign can mean stop. These signs help us all. Can you find a sign?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIdiom
Some words have a secret meaning. You might say "spill the beans." This does not mean real beans! It means telling a secret. These funny phrases are fun to use. Do you know any secret phrases?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIftar
Iftar is a special meal. It happens at sunset. People eat when the sun goes down. Families eat together. They share food and joy. It is a time to be kind. Do you like to eat with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImagawayaki
This is a sweet treat. It is a round cake. It has sweet beans inside. People eat it at fairs. It is very yummy. Do you like sweet food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInca agriculture
The Inca grew food in the mountains. They built big steps on hills. These steps helped them farm. They grew many kinds of potatoes. It was a smart way to live. Do you like potatoes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIncense
Incense makes nice smells. It makes pretty smoke when it burns. People use it in many places. It can help us feel calm. It can even help keep bugs away. Do you like sweet smells?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIncunable
These are very old books. They were made long ago. People used a big press to make them. They are hard to find now. They are special to keep. Do you like old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndian English
Many people in India speak English. They use it to talk to each other. It helps them at work and school. This way of speaking is special. It is a big part of life there. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndigenous cuisine of the Americas
Native people make many foods. They grow corn and beans. They also pick sweet berries. These foods help people stay strong. Many people love these tastes. Do you like corn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndigenous horticulture
People grow food in many ways. They plant seeds in hills or forests. Some use big mounds of dirt. This helps plants stay warm. It is a smart way to live. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndo-Aryan peoples
Many people speak special ways to talk. These people live in many lands. They live in places like India and Nepal. This helps them share stories. It is a big, bright group. Do you know many ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndonesian cuisine
People in Indonesia love food. They eat rice at most meals. They use many spices to make it taste good. Some food is hot and spicy. Families eat together from big plates. It is a happy time. Do you like spicy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInflection
Words can change their shape. We add bits to words. This tells us if there is one or many. It can tell us when things happen. It helps us talk well. Do you like to play with words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInjera
Injera is a soft, flat bread. It is round and has tiny holes. It tastes a little sour. People use it like a plate. You can scoop food with it. Do you like to scoop your food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInn
An inn is a place to stay. It is often by a road. Travelers go there to eat. They can also sleep in a bed. It is a kind place to rest. Would you like to stay at an inn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInnuendo
Sometimes people use hints. They do not say things directly. They say words that sound nice. But the words mean something else. It is like a secret game. Can you find a secret hint?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInput hypothesis
We can learn to talk in new ways. We listen and read to learn. It helps to hear words we know. We also hear words that are a little new. This makes our brains grow. Do you like learning new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInsects as food
Many people eat bugs for food. They can taste like nuts or corn. Bugs help our bodies stay strong. They can be crunchy or soft. Some people even use bug powder in bread. Would you try a snack made of bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstant coffee
Instant coffee is a fast drink. You just add hot water. Then you stir it in. It is easy to make. It helps you save time. Do you like to stir your drinks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInstant noodles
Instant noodles are a quick food. They come in a dry block. You add hot water to eat them. They can taste very good. Many people around the world love them. Do you like noodles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntegrated multi-trophic aquaculture
Farmers grow many things in the sea. They grow fish and seaweed together. The fish help the seaweed grow. This keeps the water clean. It helps the ocean stay healthy. It is a smart way to farm. Do you like seafood?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntensifier
Some words add big feelings. They make a word feel strong. You can use the word "very." It helps us show how we feel. It makes our stories fun to hear. Do you like to use big words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntensive animal farming
Big farms raise many animals. They keep cows and pigs in large groups. They use machines to help. This makes food like milk and meat. It helps feed many people. Do you know where food comes from?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntercropping
Farmers can grow many plants together. They use one field for many crops. This helps the plants grow well. It can help us grow more food. It is a smart way to farm. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInterlanguage
You may learn a new way to talk. It is a mix of two ways. It uses parts of your first way. It also uses parts of the new way. This helps you share what you think. It is how we learn. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInternational English
Many people use English to talk. It helps people from all over the world. You can use it to make friends. It is a way to share ideas. It is a big, helpful tool. Do you know any English words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInternational Workers' Day
Many people celebrate workers. It is a big day. It happens in May. People march in parades. It shows pride in work. It is a happy time. Do you like parades?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInternet culture
People use the web to share. They use it to talk and play. They share funny pictures and jokes. It helps us all feel close. We can learn new things too. Do you like to play online?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInternet linguistics
People use the web to talk. We use new ways to write. We use short words to be fast. It is a fun way to share. It shows how smart we are. Do you like to type to friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInterpretive discussion
We can talk about books. We look for deep meanings. It helps us learn new things. We listen to our friends. We work together to think. It is fun to share ideas. Do you like to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntonation (linguistics)
Your voice can go up and down. This is how we show feelings. A high voice can show surprise. A low voice can show a fact. It helps us ask questions. Can you hear the music in your talk? Try it now!
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInuktitut
Inuktitut is a way to talk. It is spoken in the north. Many Inuit people use it. It helps them share feelings. It is a special way to be yourself. Do you know how to say hello?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIñupiaq language
Iñupiaq is a way to talk. It is used in Alaska. People speak it to share stories. It is a special part of their life. It is good to learn it. Do you want to hear it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIolo Morganwg
Iolo was a man from Wales. He loved old stories and poems. He wrote many new ones himself. He wanted to help his home. He even made a special way to write. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIranian cuisine
People in Iran make tasty food. They use rice and meat. They also use fruit and nuts. It smells very good. Do you like to eat rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIrene Heim
Irene Heim studies how we talk. She looks at how words work. She is a teacher at a big school. Her work helps us learn about words. She is a smart leader. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIris Apfel
Iris Apfel loved bright clothes. She wore big glasses. She made many beautiful things. Her style was very special. It makes us want to be bold. Do you like bright colors too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIrish language
Irish is a special way to talk. It is from Ireland. People have used it for a long time. It helps people share their stories. We can see it on signs today. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIrony
Sometimes things are not what they seem. You might say one thing but mean the opposite. This can be funny. It can also help friends bond. Do you like to play jokes with words?
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