Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is a warm pancake. It is made on a flat grill. You can add meat or cabbage. You can cook it how you like. It is a yummy treat. Do you like pancakes?
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Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is a big party. It happens in a place called Munich. There are fun rides and games. People wear pretty clothes. Many people come to celebrate. It is a very happy time. Do you like fairs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOladyi
Oladyi are small, thick pancakes. They are soft and warm. People eat them for food. You can add sweet jam. You can add sour cream too. They taste very good. Do you like pancakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOld French
Long ago, people spoke a special way. It was a group of ways to talk. This was in the north of France. It helped people share stories. It is like an old friend. Do you like to talk with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOld Nubian
Long ago, people used a special way to talk. They wrote it on old paper. They wrote prayers and letters. This helps us learn about them. It is like a puzzle from the past. Can you imagine reading it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOlericulture
People grow many kinds of food. They grow greens and beans. They also grow carrots and corn. This helps us have good food to eat. It is a big job. Do you like to eat vegetables?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOlive (color)
Olive is a dark green color. It looks like a green olive. This color is used for some uniforms. It helps people hide in nature. It is a very useful color. Do you see this color often?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOlive oil
Olive oil comes from small fruits. People press them to get oil. It is used for cooking food. It can also be used for soap. This oil is very special. Do you like it on bread?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOmelette
An omelette is a tasty egg dish. You fry eggs in a pan. People add cheese or meat to it. It is a fun meal to make. We can eat it for breakfast. Do you like eggs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOne-piece swimsuit
A one-piece suit is for swimming. You wear it in a pool. You can also wear it in the sea. It helps you move in the water. It is fun to wear at the beach. Do you like to swim?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOnion ring
Onion rings are a tasty snack. They are made from onion slices. People dip them in a thick mix. Then they cook them in hot oil. They taste a little bit sweet. Do you like to eat them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOnomatopoeia
Some words sound like real noises. A dog says woof. A cat says meow. A car goes beep. These words help us hear. They make talking fun! Can you make a sound?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOolong
Oolong is a special tea. It comes from leaves. People roll them into curls. Some look like small beads. It can taste sweet like fruit. It can also taste like flowers. Do you like to drink tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOrange juice
Orange juice is a yummy drink. It comes from squeezing fruit. Some juice has tiny bits in it. It has vitamins to help you. It is a bright color. Do you like to drink it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOrangery
An orangery is a special room. It keeps fruit trees warm. It uses glass to let in light. This helps trees grow in winter. It is a very pretty place. Do you like fruit trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOrientalism
Some artists paint far away lands. They draw what they see. They also draw what they imagine. These pictures show the East. Some people say the art is not quite right. It shows a view from the outside. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOrigin of speech
We use our voices to talk. We use our lips and tongue. Our tongue helps us make sounds. We can use hands to sign too. It is a fun way to share ideas. Do you like to talk with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta made beautiful clothes. He drew many pretty dresses. He worked in many big cities. His art helps people look grand. He was a very good artist. Do you like pretty clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOssetian language
Ossetian is a way of talking. It is used in a place called Ossetia. Many people speak it there. It helps them share stories. It is a very old way to talk. Do you want to hear it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOtaku
Some people love special hobbies. They like cartoons and games. They may dress up like characters. This is called otaku. It is a way to find joy. Do you have a favorite game?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOto-Manguean languages
Many people speak these special ways to talk. They live in Mexico. Some groups are very big. Others are very small. These words have been used for a long time. They help people share their stories. Do you know how to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOtto Jespersen
Otto was a man who loved words. He studied how we speak. He helped people learn new ways to talk. This made learning much more fun. He was a great teacher. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOttoman (furniture)
An ottoman is a soft seat. It has no arms or back. You can rest your feet on it. Some have a lid to hold things. It can be a stool too. It makes a room look nice. Do you have one at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOvambo language
Many people speak Oshiwambo. They live in Namibia and Angola. It is a big group of ways to talk. It helps people share their lives. It is a special way to speak. Do you know many ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOvercoat
An overcoat is a long, thick coat. It keeps you warm in the winter. It can go below your knees. Some are made of soft fur. They help us stay cozy outside. Do you like warm coats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOxymoron
Some words seem to fight each other. They use two opposite ideas. You might say "bittersweet." This means something is both sad and happy. It can be a funny way to talk. Can you find two words that fight?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleOyster sauce
Oyster sauce is a dark sauce. It is made from oysters. It tastes salty and sweet. People use it on meat and greens. It makes food taste good. Do you like this sauce?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePaddy field
A paddy field is a wet field. It is full of water. We use it to grow rice. This helps us have food to eat. It is very important to us. Do you like to eat rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePad thai
Pad thai is a yummy noodle dish. It comes from Thailand. People cook it in a big pan. It has eggs and peanuts in it. You can eat it on the street. It is a very special food. Do you like noodles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePaella
Paella is a yummy rice dish. It is cooked in a wide pan. People cook it over a fire. It has meat or fish in it. It is a fun meal to share. Do you like rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePajamas
Pajamas are soft clothes. You wear them to sleep. They can be a shirt and pants. They feel good to wear. They help us rest. Do you like your pajamas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePalm oil
Palm oil comes from a fruit. It is a red oil. People use it in food. It is in soap too. It helps make things smooth. We use it every day. Do you see it in your home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePancake
A pancake is a flat bread. It is made in a pan. Some are thin and some are thick. You can eat them for breakfast. People all over the world love them. Do you like pancakes with syrup?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePaneer
Paneer is a soft cheese. It is made from milk. People use lemon juice to make it. You can cook it in many ways. It is very tasty in many dishes. Do you like cheese?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePan frying
You can cook food in a pan. Use just a little oil. This keeps meat moist. You flip the food to cook both sides. It can be tasty and warm. Do you like fried food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePanties
These are clothes worn under other clothes. They can be made of soft cotton. Some have pretty lace on them. They help us stay clean and comfy. People wear many different kinds. Do you know what you wear?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePantry
A pantry is a place for food. It can be a room. It can be a small cupboard. It keeps food and drinks safe. It helps us find things to eat. Do you have a pantry in your home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePantyhose
Pantyhose cover your legs. They go from your waist to your toes. They are made of thin cloth. They can look very pretty. People wear them for special days. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePapadam
A papadam is a crunchy snack. It is thin and round. It is made from bean flour. People cook it in hot oil. It is good with dips. It is a tasty treat. Do you like crunchy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleParalanguage
Your voice tells many stories. It is not just the words. A loud voice sounds strong. A soft voice sounds quiet. A gasp can mean surprise. A sigh can show relief. How does your voice sound today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleParatha
Paratha is a yummy flatbread. It has many soft layers. Some have tasty things inside like potato. People eat it for breakfast or lunch. It is very popular in India. Do you like bread with layers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleParka
A parka is a warm coat. It has a hood to cover your head. Some are very long. They help keep you warm in the cold. People use them to stay safe. Do you like warm coats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleParmesan
Parmesan is a hard cheese. It comes from cow's milk. People make it in Italy. It is the king of cheeses. It tastes very good on pasta. Do you like cheese?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePart of speech
Words have special jobs. Some words name things. Some words show action. We use many kinds of words to talk. They help us tell stories. They help us share ideas. Can you find a naming word?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePastoralism
Some people live with animals. They move to find grass. They look for water too. This helps their sheep and cows. It is a special way to live. Do you like animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePastry fork
A pastry fork is a small tool. It helps you eat sweet treats. It has three or four points. One side is wide to cut food. This makes eating cake easy. It is fun to use! Do you like cake?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePast tense
We use special words for things that happened. These words tell us about the past. You can say you sang a song. You can say you went away. It helps us tell stories. Do you like telling stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePasture
Pasture is a big field of grass. Animals like cows and sheep eat here. They graze on the green plants. It is a good place for them to live. This land helps animals stay fed. Do you like green fields?
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