Saffron (color)
Saffron is a bright color. It looks like orange or yellow. It comes from a small flower. Many people wear this color on robes. It can also be on a flag. Do you like this color?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanguage & Culture articles — Page 41
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Saint Patrick's Day
People celebrate Saint Patrick's Day. It is a big party for Ireland. Many people wear green clothes. They also use a small green plant. Some big buildings turn green too. It is a fun day! Do you like the color green?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalami
Salami is a type of meat. It is often made from pork. Makers dry the meat to keep it good. It can have a tangy taste. People all over the world love it. Do you like to try new foods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalmon as food
Salmon is a tasty fish. It can be pink or orange. People eat it in many ways. You can have it in soup. It can be in a burger, too. Do you like to eat fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalsa (food)
Salsa is a tasty sauce. You can dip chips in it. It can be red or green. Some have fruit in them. It makes your food yummy. Do you like to eat salsa?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalt and pepper shakers
We use shakers for salt and pepper. They sit on your table. Some are glass or metal. You can find many fun shapes. People like to collect them. Do you have some at home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalted fish
People use salt to save fish. This helps the fish stay good. It can last a long time. Many people eat it in many lands. It is a very old way to cook. Do you like salty food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSalting (food)
Salt helps keep food fresh. People use it on meat and fish. It stops bad things from growing. This helps food last a long time. It is a very old way to eat. Do you like salty food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSamhain
Samhain is a special festival. It marks the start of winter. People gather to eat big meals. They light bright fires too. It is a time for stories. Do you like winter?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSamoan language
Samoan is a way to talk. It is spoken on many islands. People use it to share stories. It matters to many families. It is a special way to speak. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSamosa
A samosa is a yummy snack. It is a fried pastry. It can have potatoes or peas inside. Some are even sweet. People love to eat them. Do you like snacks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSandal
Sandals are open shoes. They have a bottom part. Straps hold them to your foot. They keep your feet cool. They are good for warm days. Do you like to wear sandals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSandhi
Words change sounds when we speak. Sounds can blend together. This helps our speech flow. It happens in many ways. It can make words sound smooth. Can you hear the sounds change?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSango language
Sango is a way to talk. It is used in many places. People use it to talk to each other. It helps many people be friends. It is a very special way to speak. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSarcasm
Sometimes people say things they do not mean. They might use a funny voice. They might use mean words to joke. This can be a way to tease. It can also hurt feelings. Have you ever heard a joke like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSardines as food
Sardines are small fish. They live in the sea. People eat them in many ways. You can eat them in a can. They help your body stay strong. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSari
A sari is a long cloth. It is worn as a dress. Women wrap it around them. They also put it over a shoulder. It is a very pretty way to dress. It is used for big parties. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSarong
A sarong is a long piece of cloth. You wrap it around your waist. It can have bright colors. It can show plants or animals. People wear it in many places. It is very special to them. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSatay
Satay is a yummy food. It has meat on sticks. The meat is cooked over hot coals. People eat it with peanut sauce. It is a fun meal to share. Do you like food on a stick?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSatin
Satin is a very shiny cloth. It feels smooth to touch. People use it to make pretty dresses. It is also used for soft bed sheets. You might see it on a fancy gown. Do you like shiny things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSaturday
Saturday is a day of the week. It is named after a planet. Some people use it to rest. It is a fun day for many. Do you like Saturdays?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSautéing
You can cook food in a pan. Use a little oil. Cut food into small bits. Move the food fast in the pan. This makes it brown and tasty. It is fun to cook! Do you like to cook?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScallion
Scallions are green plants. They look like long, thin sticks. They taste sweet and mild. You can eat them raw or cooked. They make food taste good. Do you like to eat them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScarecrow
A scarecrow looks like a person. It wears old clothes. Farmers put them in fields. They keep birds away from seeds. This helps the food grow. It is fun to see them! Do you like scarecrows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScarlet (color)
Scarlet is a bright red color. It looks like a warm sunset. It is a very strong color. People use it to show joy. It can also show power. Do you like bright red?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScheme (rhetoric)
People use patterns to write. They make words sound good. Some words start with the same sound. This makes a sentence fun to say. It helps us hear the art. Do you like patterns in words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScone
A scone is a tasty treat. People bake them in an oven. They can be sweet or salty. Some people eat them with jam. Many families love to bake them. Do you like scones?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScots language
Scots is a way to talk. It is used in Scotland. Many people speak it today. It is special to them. It is a fun way to share stories. Do you know how you speak?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScottish Gaelic
Gaelic is a way to talk. It comes from Scotland. Many people use it there. It is a special way to share stories. It helps people feel proud. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScrambled eggs
Scrambled eggs are a yummy food. You mix the eggs in a bowl. Then you cook them in a pan. They become soft and creamy. You can add cheese or milk. Do you like eggs for breakfast?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScribe
A scribe is a person who writes. They make many copies of books. They keep records for kings and cities. This job helps us learn about the past. It is a very special job. Do you like to write too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScrunchie
A scrunchie is a soft hair tie. It has pretty fabric on it. It helps hold your hair up. It is very kind to your hair. It comes in many bright colors. Do you like to wear one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScythe
A scythe is a tool for farms. It has a long wood handle. It has a sharp metal blade. People use it to cut grass. It takes a lot of work to learn. Do you like to help in a garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeal script
People long ago used a special way to write. The marks look like neat shapes. Some marks even look like birds or worms. This art was used on old tools. It is a very old way to write. Do you like to draw shapes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSearing
You can cook food with high heat. This makes a brown crust. It makes the food taste good. It also looks very nice. It makes eating more fun. Do you like brown food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeason extension
Farmers can grow food for a long time. They use covers to keep plants warm. These covers protect them from the cold. This helps plants grow in the winter. It is a smart way to farm. Do you like fresh food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeasoning
Seasoning makes food taste good. You can use salt or herbs. These help the food taste better. People have done this for a long time. It is a fun way to cook. Do you like salt on your food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeaweed farming
People grow seaweed in the sea. They tie it to ropes. It grows in the water. We use it for food. It can even help the air. It is very useful. Do you like seaweed?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSebiba
People in the desert have a big party. It is called Sebiba. They dance to the beat of drums. It is a time for a new year. This dance is very special. It helps people stay together. Do you like to dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSecond Green Revolution
We need more food for the world. New ways help us grow crops. These plants can live in dry weather. They can grow in big floods too. This helps people who are hungry. It is a big job. Can you help us grow food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSecond language
You can learn a new way to talk. This is a second language. It helps you talk to new friends. It can be hard work. But it is fun to learn! Do you want to try a new language?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSecond-language acquisition
You can learn a new way to talk. It is like a new game. You can learn many ways to talk. It helps you make new friends. It is so much fun! Do you want to try?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeedbed
A seedbed is a place for seeds. We put seeds in soft soil. The soil must be smooth. This helps the tiny roots grow. It helps more seeds wake up. It is a good home for plants. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeed drill
A seed drill helps farmers plant. It puts seeds in the dirt. It hides them in neat rows. This keeps birds from eating them. It helps more food grow. It makes farming fast. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeine fishing
People use big nets to catch fish. The net goes in the water. It can go from a boat. It can go from the beach. This helps us get food. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSemantic change
Words can change over time. A word can mean something new. It might even mean the opposite! This helps us talk in new ways. It is like a game with words. Do you have a favorite word?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSemicolon
A semicolon is a small mark. It looks like a dot and a comma. It helps us read sentences. It lets us take a tiny breath. It joins two ideas together. It makes writing clear. Do you see it in books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSemolina
Semolina is a type of flour. It is made from wheat. It can be yellow or beige. People use it to make pasta. It is also used for sweet treats. It tastes good in many foods. Do you like pasta?
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