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Some people write with special signs. Each sign makes a sound. These sounds join to make words. It is a fun way to write. Many people use these signs. Can you find these signs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanguage & Culture articles — Page 45
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Sylvester Graham
Sylvester Graham liked healthy food. He wanted people to eat plants. He told people to eat whole grain bread. This helps our bodies stay well. People still eat his kind of bread today. Do you like eating healthy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSymbolic anthropology
People use signs to show what they mean. These signs can be many things. They help us understand how we live. We look for the meaning in them. It is like a big puzzle. Can you find signs around you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyriac language
Syriac is a very old way to talk. People use it for prayer. It has its own special letters. This language helps people share their faith. It is still used today. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyrup
Syrup is a thick, sweet liquid. It is made with sugar and water. Some syrup comes from plants like corn or cane. It helps make drinks taste good. It mixes well in cold drinks. Do you like sweet things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSystemic functional linguistics
We use words to talk. We choose what to say. We pick the best words. This helps us share ideas. It helps us be kind. Words help us connect. How do you use words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTable knife
A table knife helps you eat. It has one edge for cutting. The tip is not sharp. This helps keep people safe. We use it for cooked food. It is part of a meal. Do you use a knife at dinner?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaco
A taco is a yummy food. It uses a small flat bread. You put meat or beans inside. Then you fold it up. You can eat it with your hands. It is fun to eat! Do you like tacos?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTahitian language
Tahitian is a way to talk. It is from islands in the sea. People speak it to share stories. It is a very special way to talk. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaíno
The Taíno lived on islands in the sea. They lived in small villages. Leaders were called caciques. They grew food to eat. Many people today are part of their family. It is a special story. Do you like to learn about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTajik language
Tajik is a way to talk. Many people use it. It is spoken in a place called Tajikistan. It is also spoken in Uzbekistan. People use these words to share stories. It helps people stay together. Do you know many ways to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTake-out
You can buy food to eat at home. This is called take-out. People have done this for a long time. It is very easy to do. It helps when you are busy. Do you like to eat take-out food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTakoyaki
Takoyaki are tasty food balls. They come from Japan. People cook them in a special pan. Inside, they have bits of octopus. They taste good with sauce. They are a fun snack to eat. Do you like octopus?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTallow
Tallow is fat from animals. It can be used for food. People use it to make soap. It can even help make candles. It is very useful. Do you know what else fat can do?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTall tale
A tall tale is a funny story. It sounds like it is true. But it is a big lie. People tell them to make us laugh. It is a fun game. Do you like big stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTamale
A tamale is a tasty corn food. It is made of soft dough. People wrap it in a leaf. It can have meat or fruit inside. It is fun to eat with family. Do you like corn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTamil script
People use special signs to write. These signs help tell stories. They are used in many places. Some people call them soul letters. They make words come to life. Can you see the shapes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTanabata
Tanabata is a star festival. It is in Japan. People write wishes on paper. They hang them on bamboo. This is very fun. Do you have a wish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTan (color)
Tan is a light brown color. It looks like tree bark. People used bark to make leather. It is a warm color. Do you see tan things? Can you find tan near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaos Pueblo
Taos Pueblo is a special place. It has tall homes made of mud. These homes are very old. People live there today. They love their land and water. It is a beautiful home. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTart
A tart is a baked treat. It has a crust on the bottom. The top is open. It can have sweet fruit inside. It can also have eggs or meat. It is fun to eat! Do you like tarts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTatami
Tatami are soft mats. They cover the floor. They are made of straw. People use them in Japan. They feel good to sit on. Do you like soft floors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTatar language
Tatar is a way to talk. Many people use it. They live in many places. It helps people share stories. It is a special way to speak. Do you know many ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTavern
A tavern is a place to meet. People go there to eat. They might have meat and cheese. It is a place for friends. Travelers can stay there too. It is a fun place to be. Do you like to eat with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTea blending and additives
People mix tea to make new tastes. They add flowers or fruit. Some tea smells like sweet jasmine. Others taste like smoky wood. This makes tea fun to drink. Do you like tea with fruit?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTea culture
Many people love to drink tea. People drink it in homes or shops. Some tea has milk or sugar. In some places, tea has salt and butter. It is a way to be with friends. Do you like tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeahouse
A teahouse is a place for tea. People go there to talk. They eat small snacks too. It is a fun place to meet friends. It feels very cozy. Would you like to visit one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTea (meal)
Tea is a tasty meal. You can eat it in the afternoon. It has cakes and bread. It also has yummy jam. People like to eat it together. It is a fun time. Would you like some tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeapot
A teapot holds hot tea. It has a lid on top. It has a handle to hold. It has a spout to pour. This helps us share tea. Do you like to drink tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeddy bear
A teddy bear is a soft toy. It looks like a little bear. It is very fun to hug. People give them as gifts. They help us feel calm. Do you have a soft bear?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeikei
People in Japan work with farmers. They buy fresh food from them. It helps the small farms grow. It is a way to help each other. This makes food very good. Do you like to eat fresh food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTempeh
Tempeh is a food from Indonesia. It is made from soybeans. A white fuzz holds the beans together. It feels firm and tastes nutty. It is good for you. Do you want to try some?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTempura
Tempura is a tasty food from Japan . It uses fish and vegetables. They are dipped in a light mix. Then they are fried in hot oil. It is very crunchy and light . Do you like crunchy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTendon as food
Some people eat beef tendon. It is a part of the cow. It is very tough at first. We cook it for a long time. Then it becomes soft and good. It can be in soup. Do you like soft food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTerrace (earthworks)
People make flat steps on hills. These steps help plants grow. They look like big stairs. This helps farmers grow food. It is a smart way to farm. Do you like to climb stairs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTertiary source
Some books help us find facts. They collect many things in one place. You can use them to learn. They do not add new ideas. They just show what is true. They help us find more books. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThai cuisine
Thai food has many tastes. It can be sweet or salty. It can be sour or spicy. People love to share these meals. It is very fun to eat. Do you like spicy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThai script
Thai writing uses many symbols. People use them to write. Some marks go above the letters. Some marks go below. This helps people talk. It is a beautiful way to write. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThai tea
Thai tea is a tasty drink. It uses tea, milk, and sugar. You can drink it hot or cold. It looks very creamy in a glass. It is a treat for many people. Do you like sweet tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Elements of Style
This is a book about writing. It helps you use words well. It tells you how to be clear. It shows you how to write good stories. It is a very famous book. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheoretical linguistics
We use words to talk. Some people study how words work. They look at how we make sounds. They see how we build sentences. It is like a puzzle for the mind. Do you like to talk with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheta role
Words help us tell stories. They show who does things. A person can be the doer. A thing can move too. This helps us know the story. It makes sense to us. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Keller
Thomas Keller is a great cook. He makes yummy food in his restaurants. He works very hard to be the best. He even wrote books about food. He helps young cooks learn too. Do you like to cook?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThong
A thong is a type of clothing. It can be underwear or a swimsuit. Some have a thin strip of cloth. Others use a tiny string. People wear them for many reasons. Do you know what else people wear?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThor Heyerdahl
Thor was a brave man. He loved to explore. He sailed a wooden raft on the big ocean. It was a very long trip. He wanted to learn about old stories. Do you like to explore too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThousand Island dressing
This is a creamy sauce. It goes on salads. It can taste sweet or tangy. Many people love it on food. It is fun to eat! Do you like this sauce?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThree-field system
Farmers use three big fields. They plant seeds in two fields. The third field rests for a year. This helps the soil stay good. It helps grow more food for us. Do you like to eat plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThreshing
People use a way to get grain out. They beat the plants to free the seeds. Long ago, people did this by hand. They also used animals to help. It was a big job for many. Now, big machines do the work. Do you like to…
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