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Thursday

Thursday is a day of the week. It comes after Wednesday. Some people call it the fourth day. It is a special day for many. Some people eat pea soup on this day. Do you have a favorite day?

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Tiara

A tiara is a pretty headpiece. It is made of gold or silver. It has bright stones and pearls. People wear them to special parties. They look very grand. Do you like shiny jewels?

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Tibetan script

People use special marks to write. These marks help people tell stories. They write from left to right. A small dot keeps words apart. This writing helps people share ideas. It is very neat. Do you like to write?

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Tights

Tights are soft clothes for your legs. They fit very close to your skin. They go from your waist to your toes. People wear them to stay warm. They can be used for dance or sports. Do you like to wear them?

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Tigrinya language

Tigrinya is a way to talk. Many people use it to speak. It is used in places like Eritrea. People use it to share stories. It is a special way to connect. Do you know how to say hello?

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Tilth

Good soil is soft and bouncy. It helps plants grow big. Tiny holes let air and water in. This helps roots stay healthy. We can help the soil stay good. Do you like to dig in dirt?

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Tipi

A tipi is a special tent. It has long wooden poles. It can be moved easily. People use it for homes. It keeps you warm in winter. It stays cool in summer. Do you like camping in a tent?

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Toast (food)

Toast is warm, crunchy bread. You make it in a toaster. It can be brown and yummy. You can put sweet jam on it. It is a great breakfast. Do you like toast with butter?

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Toilet paper

This is soft paper. It comes in a roll. It helps us stay clean. We use it every day. It is very useful. Do you use paper rolls at home?

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Toilet (room)

This is a small room. It is a private place. You can wash your hands here. It has a sink and soap. This helps you stay clean. It is a very useful room. Do you have a sink in your home?

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Tok Pisin

Tok Pisin is a way to talk. It is used in a place called Papua New Guinea. Many people use these words to speak to each other. It helps friends talk and work together. It is a very special way to share ideas. Do you…

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Tomahawk

A tomahawk is a small axe. People use it as a tool. Long ago, it was made of stone. Some had a pipe on them. These were used for peace. It is a very old tool. Do you like tools?

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Tomato juice

Tomato juice is a red drink. It comes from ripe tomatoes. Some people add salt to it. It can be a yummy breakfast drink. It tastes very fresh. Do you like red juice?

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Tomato sauce

Tomato sauce is a red food. It is made from red tomatoes. It can be thick or thin. People put it on pasta or pizza. It tastes very good! Do you like tomato sauce?

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Tomato soup

Tomato soup is a tasty food. It is made with red tomatoes. You can eat it hot or cold. Some soup has small bits of food in it. It is good for you. Do you like tomato soup?

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Tomboy

A tomboy is a girl who likes boy things. She might play sports. She might wear pants. This helps her run and play. It is fun to be active. Do you like to play outside too?

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Tom Ford

Tom Ford makes clothes. He makes pretty dresses. He also makes films. His work helps people look good. He is a famous artist. Do you like fashion?

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Tone (linguistics)

Some ways to talk use music. You can change the sound of a word. A sound can go up or down. This helps make a new word. It is like a song. Can you sing a word?

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Tongan language

Tongan is a way of talking. It is used on the islands of Tonga. Many people speak it every day. It has special words for kings. These words show great respect. It is a very special way to share. Do you want to learn…

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Tonic water

Tonic water is a bubbly drink. It has a bitter taste. Long ago, it helped people stay well. Now, it is a fun drink. It can even glow in special light! Do you like bubbly drinks?

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Tonkatsu

Tonkatsu is a yummy food from Japan. It is meat with bread crumbs. We fry it in hot oil. It is very crunchy. People eat it with rice. Do you like crunchy food?

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Top (clothing)

A top is a piece of clothing. It covers your chest and neck. Some tops are long. Some tops are short. You can wear them with pants or skirts. They help you feel ready for the day. What is your favorite top to wear?

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Topiary

You can shape plants into art. People clip leaves and twigs. They make shapes like animals. It is like a living statue. This art is very fun to see. Do you want to see a plant shaped like a bird?

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Tortilla

A tortilla is a thin bread. It is round and flat. People make them from corn or wheat. They are a big part of many meals. They taste very good. Do you like to eat them?

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Totem pole

Tall wooden poles are art. People carve them from big trees. They show stories about families. They can show animals like birds or fish. These poles are very special. Do you like stories?

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Toupée

A toupée is a piece of hair. People wear it on their head. It can hide bald spots. It can also make hair look long. Some people wear them to look young. It can be fun to wear! Do you like hair styles?

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Towel

A towel is soft cloth. It helps you get dry. You can use it after a bath. It can also wipe up a mess. Towels are very helpful. Do you use a towel every day?

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Traditional Chinese characters

These are special ways to write. People use them to write books. They use them on signs too. They help keep old stories alive. It is a way to show pride. Do you like to write?

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Trail mix

Trail mix is a snack for walks. It has nuts and dried fruit. It can have sweet candy too. It gives you energy to move. It is easy to carry in a bag. Do you like to eat it?

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Transplanter

A transplanter is a big farm tool. It moves small plants to the dirt. It helps plants like rice grow. This tool saves a lot of time. It makes farm work much easier. Do you like to help in a garden?

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Transplanting

You can move a plant. You grow it in a safe spot first. Then you move it outside. This helps the plant stay strong. It is a big job. Do you like plants?

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Trench coat

A trench coat is a long coat. It keeps you dry in the rain. It was made for soldiers long ago. Many people like to wear them now. They can be many colors. Do you like long coats?

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Trick-or-treating

People wear fun costumes on Halloween. They walk from house to house. They say, "trick or treat!" People give them sweet candy. It is a fun night for all. Do you like to wear a costume?

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Tricorne

A tricorne is a special hat. It has three sides. The sides make a triangle shape. People wore them a long time ago. They look very grand. Do you like this hat?

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Tripe

Tripe is a food from farm animals. It comes from the stomach. It can be white and clean. Many people eat it in a warm stew. It is a special meal in many lands. Do you like to try new foods?

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Triticale

Triticale is a special plant. It is made from wheat and rye. It grows in many places. It can be food for animals. It can also be in cereal. Do you like cereal?

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Tropical horticulture

People grow many plants in hot lands. They grow sweet fruit. They grow rice and sugar. Some plants like the rain. Some plants like the sun. It is a big job. Do you like fruit?

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T-shirt

A T-shirt is a soft top. It has short sleeves. It looks like the letter T. You can wear it every day. It is easy to wash. It can have bright pictures on it. Do you like to wear T-shirts?

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Tsonga language

Tsonga is a way to talk. It is spoken in many places. People use it in South Africa. It is also used in Mozambique. It helps people share ideas. It is a special way to speak. Do you know many ways to talk?

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Tswana language

Setswana is a way of talking. Many people speak it in Africa. It is used in many places. It helps people talk to each other. It is a special way to share. Do you know how to say hello?

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Tube top

A tube top is a shirt. It has no sleeves. It has no straps. It stays up with stretchy bands. Many people wear them. Do you like this style?

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Tuesday

Tuesday is a day in the week. It comes after Monday. It is the second day for some. It is the third day for others. Some people think it is a lucky day. Do you like Tuesdays?

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Tungusic languages

Many people speak these ways to talk. They live in far lands. Some ways to talk are old. They help us learn about the past. We can learn them too. Do you want to hear them?

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Tunic

A tunic is a simple shirt. It covers your body. It can be long or short. People wore them a long time ago. Some were bright colors. They help us stay covered. Do you like bright colors?

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Tunisian Arabic

People in Tunisia have a special way to talk. They call it Tūnsi. It sounds like many other ways to talk nearby. Many people use it every day. It helps them share stories. Do you want to learn new words?

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Turban

A turban is cloth wrapped on the head. People wear them in many places. Some use them to stay cool in the sun. They can show who a person is. It is a special way to dress. Do you like bright colors?

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Turco-Persian tradition

Long ago, people made a new way of life. They used many ways to talk. They shared songs and books. This helped many groups live together. It was a very special time. Do you like to share stories?

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Turkey as food

Turkey is a kind of food. People eat it at big meals. Many eat it at Christmas. It is a special meal for families. We can cook it in an oven. Do you like to eat turkey?

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