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September is a month. It has 30 days. Many kids go back to school. It is a time to learn. We can see blue stones too. Do you like school?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanguage & Culture articles — Page 42
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Serbian language
Serbian is a way people talk. It is used in many places. People use two ways to write it. One way uses special shapes. One way uses letters like ours. This helps people share stories. Can you learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSergei Starostin
Sergei was a man who loved words. He studied how people talk. He looked for old ways to speak. This work helps us learn about the past. He was a great teacher. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSerial comma
A comma is a small mark. It helps when you list things. You can use it in a list. It helps people read well. It makes things clear. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSericulture
Tiny worms make soft silk. They eat green leaves. Then they spin a small home. This home is called a cocoon. People use the silk for clothes. It feels very smooth. Do you like soft clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSetsubun
People in Japan have a fun day. It is called Setsubun. They throw small beans at a mask. The mask looks like a scary monster. This helps bring good luck to the home. Do you like to throw beans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSexual ritual
People have many ways to show love. Some do this with special acts. They may kiss under a plant. These acts help people feel close. It can be a way to celebrate. Do you like to show love?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShahe fen
These are wide rice noodles. They are white and slippery. They can be soft and chewy. People cook them with meat and greens. It is a tasty meal. Do you like noodles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShaku (unit)
A shaku is a way to measure. It is a length from Japan. Long ago, it was the size of a hand. People use it for wood and clothes. It helps us make things. Do you like to measure things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShanghainese
People in Shanghai have a special way to talk. It is called Shanghainese. Many people use it to feel close to home. It sounds different from other ways to talk. People work hard to keep it alive. Do you know how to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShaving cream
Shaving cream is a soft soap. It helps make hair soft. It helps a razor slide. It can come in a tube. It can come in a can. It is fun to use! Have you seen it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShawarma
Shawarma is a tasty meat dish. It is cooked on a tall spit. The meat turns very slowly. It is cut into thin slices. People love to eat it in wraps. Do you like meat wraps?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShawl
A shawl is a soft cloth. You wear it over your arms. It can be a square shape. It keeps you very warm. It can look like a flower. We love to wear them! Do you have a shawl?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSheep farming
Farmers raise sheep on big farms. Sheep eat grass in green fields. They give us soft wool. They also give us milk and meat. This helps many people. Do you like soft wool?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShelter
A shelter keeps us safe. It can be a house. It can be a small tent. We need a place to rest. It helps us stay dry and warm. It is a very good thing. Do you have a safe place to sleep?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShepherd's pie
This is a warm meat pie. It has meat on the bottom. Soft potatoes go on top. Then it is baked in the oven. It is a yummy meal. Do you like potatoes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShifting cultivation
Farmers grow food in a special way. They use a small patch of land. Then they move to a new spot. This lets the old land rest. The plants grow back strong. It helps the dirt stay good. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShoelaces
Shoelaces help keep your shoes on. They are long strings. They go through small holes. You can tie them in a bow. This keeps your feet safe. Do you like to tie your shoes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShona language
Shona is a way to talk. Many people use it. It is used in Zimbabwe. It helps people share stories. It is a very special way to speak. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShong Lue Yang
Shong Lue Yang made a new way to write. He used it to help his people. He taught them his new signs. This was a very big gift. He is a hero to many. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShortcrust pastry
This is a crust for pies. It can be sweet or salty. You can use it for fruit. It can be flaky and light. It makes treats taste good. Do you like pie?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShort hair
Short hair is hair that is not long. It can be cut close to the head. Many people like it. It is easy to care for. It can save you time. Do you like short hair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShorthand
Shorthand is a fast way to write. It uses small marks instead of long words. This helps you write as fast as people talk. It is good for taking quick notes. Do you want to try fast writing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShorts
Shorts are clothes for your legs. They go around your waist. They do not cover your whole leg. They help you stay cool in the sun. You can wear them to play. Do you like to wear shorts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShower gel
Shower gel is a liquid soap. It helps clean your body. It can smell like fruit. It can even smell like cookies. It makes washing fun. Do you like sweet smells?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShrimp and prawn as food
Shrimp and prawns are tasty food. People eat them all over the world. Some are small and some are big. They can be fried or boiled. They are a fun treat to eat. Do you like seafood?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShrug
A shrug is a way to move. You lift your shoulders up. You might tilt your head too. It can mean you do not know. People use it to talk without words. It is a fun way to show feelings. Can you try a shrug?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSichuan cuisine
Sichuan food is very tasty. It can be hot and spicy. People use red peppers and garlic. It can even make your mouth feel numb! Many people love these bold flavors. Do you like spicy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSichuanese dialects
Many people speak a special way. It is used in a place called Sichuan. It has its own sounds. People use it to talk and sing. It is a fun way to speak. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSichuan pepper
This is a special spice. It comes from a small fruit. It can make your mouth feel tingly. People use it in yummy food. It tastes a bit like citrus. Do you like tingly food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSicilian pizza
Sicilian pizza is a yummy food. It has a thick crust. It is often shaped like a square. It has red sauce and cheese on top. People in Italy love to eat it. Do you like pizza too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSideburns
Sideburns are hair on the face. They grow by the ears. Some people grow them long. They can look very cool. People have worn them for a long time. Do you like this look?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSide dish
A side dish is a small food. It comes with your main meal. You might have corn or bread. It makes your plate full. It is fun to eat! Do you like sides?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSienna
Sienna is a color from the earth. It is a warm brown. It can look yellow too. You can heat it to make it red. Artists love to use it. Do you like brown colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSiesta
A siesta is a short nap. It happens in the afternoon. Many people do this when it is hot. It helps you feel fresh. It is a nice way to rest. Do you like to nap too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSign
A sign tells us something. It can be a picture. It can be a word. Signs help us know where to go. They show us things that are near. Can you find a sign today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSilage
Silage is food for farm animals. It is made from green grass. People pack it tight to keep air out. This helps the food stay good. Cows and sheep love to eat it. It helps farmers feed their animals. Do you like…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSilent letter
Some letters are quiet. They stay in a word. But we do not say them. This can be tricky. It helps us know how to spell. Can you find a quiet letter?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSilver needle noodles
These are small white noodles. They look like tiny needles. They are made from rice. People cook them in soup or in a pot. They taste very good. Do you like noodles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSilviculture
People help forests grow. They take care of the trees. They make sure new seeds grow into big trees. This helps us have wood. It keeps the woods healthy. Do you like to look at trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimile
A simile is a fun way to talk. It compares two things. You can use the word like. You might say a man is like a wolf. This helps us see a picture. It makes words more fun. Can you try one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimmering
You can cook food in hot liquid. This is called simmering. The liquid moves just a little bit. It is not a big boil. This helps food stay soft. It makes a yummy soup. Do you like warm soup?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimon Leys
Simon Leys was a man who loved books. He wrote many stories and books. He lived in many far places. He helped people learn about China. He told the truth about what he saw. He was a very smart teacher. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSimplified Chinese characters
People use special signs to write. These signs are easier to draw. They use fewer lines. This helps more people learn to read. It is a great way to share stories. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSingle-family detached home
A single house is a special home. It does not share walls with others. One family lives in it. It may have a yard or garden. You can play outside there. Do you like having your own space?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSinosphere
Many lands share a special way of life. They use chopsticks to eat. They often eat rice for food. People also share many old stories. It is a very big group. Do you like rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSirloin steak
A sirloin is a cut of meat. It comes from the back of the cow. Some parts are soft and tasty. People like to cook it for food. It is a special meal to share. Do you like steak?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSkewer
A skewer is a long stick. It holds bits of food. It can be made of wood or metal. You can cook meat on it. It makes eating fun! Do you like food on a stick?
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