Green bean
Green beans are a tasty food. They grow in long pods. You can eat them cooked or raw. They help us stay healthy. Many people love to eat them. Do you like green beans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLanguage & Culture articles — Page 5
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Green Revolution
New ways helped grow more food. Farmers used new seeds and water. This helped many people eat well. It saved many lives. It was a big change for the world. Do you like to eat bread?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGreeting
A greeting is how we say hello. You can use your hands. You can use your voice. Some people bow their heads. Some people shake hands. It shows you are kind. How do you say hello?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGrilling
Grilling is a way to cook. You use heat to cook food. It can be meat or veggies. It makes food taste good. It is fun to do outside. Do you like to eat grilled food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGujarati language
Gujarati is a way to talk. It comes from a place in India. Many people speak it every day. It helps them share stories. It is a very old way to talk. Do you know how to say hello?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHairstyle
People style their hair in many ways. You can braid it or cut it. Some people wear hair in big shapes. It can show who you are. It can even be a way to show beauty. Do you like to style your hair?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHakka Chinese
Hakka is a way of talking. People speak it in many places. It helps families stay close. They use it to tell stories. It is a special way to share. Do you know many ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHalloween
Halloween is a big day. People celebrate on October 31. They wear fun masks. Some people carve pumpkins. Kids go door to door for treats. It is a fun time. Do you like costumes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHam
Ham is a tasty food. It comes from a pig. People use salt to make it. Some ham is cooked. Some ham is not. It is good in a sandwich. Do you like ham?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHamburger
A hamburger is a tasty food. It has meat inside bread. You can add cheese too. Some people add lettuce or tomato. It is fun to eat. Do you like burgers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHand spinning
People can make yarn by hand. They twist soft hair or plants together. This makes long string for clothes. It is a very old skill. It can feel calm to do. Do you like to make things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHangul
Hangul is a way to write. It is used in Korea. A king made it long ago. He wanted everyone to read. It uses dots and lines. It is a great way to talk. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHarrow (tool)
A harrow is a farm tool. It helps fix the dirt. It breaks up big clumps of soil. This makes the ground smooth. It helps seeds grow well. It can be pulled by horses. Can you see the smooth dirt?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHarvest
A harvest is when we gather food. We pick plants and fruit. Some people use big machines. Others use their hands. This work helps us eat. People often have big parties to celebrate. Do you like to eat fresh food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHarvest festival
People have big parties for food. They celebrate when crops grow. They eat yummy food from the farm. It is a time to say thanks. We can sing and play too. Do you like to eat good food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHat
A hat goes on your head. It can keep you warm. It can shade your face from the sun. Some hats are for fun. Some hats are for work. We wear them in many ways. Do you like to wear hats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHausa language
Many people speak Hausa. It is spoken in many lands. People use it to talk to each other. It helps many friends meet. It is a big, busy language. Can you say hello in Hausa?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHay
Hay is dried grass. It is food for animals. Cows and horses eat it. It helps them when it is cold. We keep it in a barn. It is good for them. Do you like farm animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHazelnut
Hazelnuts come from a tree. They have a hard shell. You can eat the nut inside. People use them in treats. They go in chocolate too. Do you like nuts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHebrew language
Hebrew is a way of talking. People use it to pray. It is a very old way to talk. It is still used today. Many people love it. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHenna
Henna is a plant dye. People use it for art. It makes red marks on skin. It can color hair too. It is used for weddings. It brings joy and luck. Do you like red art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHeraldry
People use special signs to show who they are. These signs go on shields. They can have lions or bright colors. They help us see a group's history. It is a way to show pride. Do you have a favorite color for a shield?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHereford cattle
These cows are red and white. They come from a place in England. They can live in the cold. People like them very much. They are a special kind of cow. Do you like cows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHindi
Hindi is a way to talk. Many people use it in India. It has its own special writing. It helps many people share ideas. It is a very big language. Do you want to learn it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistorical linguistics
Words change over a long time. People study how this happens. It helps us learn about the past. We can see how words grow. It is like a big puzzle. Do you like to learn new words?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of linguistics
People study how we talk. They look at words and sounds. This helps us learn how to speak. It started a long time ago. It is very cool to learn. Do you like to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHistory of writing
People use marks to write. These marks tell stories. They can be on clay or shells. Writing helps us share what we know. It is a great way to talk. Do you like to write?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoli
Holi is a big spring party. It is a time for color. People throw bright powder at each other. It is a way to have fun together. It helps people make new friends. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoliday
A holiday is a special day. We can rest or play. Some days are for big parties. We can also celebrate with friends. Holidays make us feel happy. Do you have a favorite day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHolstein Friesian
These are special cows. They have black and white spots. Some are even red and white. They give us much milk. Farmers love these cows. Do you like milk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHoney
Honey is a sweet food. Bees make it from flowers. They store it in a wax home. It helps the bees stay strong. It tastes very good! Do you like honey?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHorticulture
People grow plants for food and beauty. They grow flowers, fruit, and vegetables. It is a special kind of science. It helps us make gardens look nice. It can be a fun job. Do you like plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHouse
A house is a place to live. It keeps us safe and dry. It has rooms to sleep and eat. We live there with our family. It is our home. Do you like your home?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHungarian language
Many people speak Hungarian. It is a special way to talk. People use it in Hungary. They use it in other lands too. It helps friends stay close. Do you know any other ways to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHut
A hut is a small home. It is made from things nearby. People use mud, wood, or grass. These homes help us stay safe. They are quick to build. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIce cream
Ice cream is a cold treat. It is made with milk. It can taste like fruit. You can eat it in a cone. It is very smooth and sweet. Do you like ice cream?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgbo language
Many people speak Igbo. It is a way to talk in Nigeria. The way you say a word can change its meaning. This helps people understand you. It is a special way to share stories. Do you want to learn a new way to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgloo
An igloo is a house made of snow. It is a white dome. The snow keeps the inside warm. People can sleep on soft furs inside. It is a cozy home. Do you like the snow?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndian cuisine
India has many tasty foods. People use bright spices. They eat rice and lentils too. These foods bring people together. It is fun to eat! Do you like spices?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndo-Aryan languages
Many people use many ways to talk. These ways to talk are found in many places. Some people live in South Asia. Others live far away. These words help us share stories. Can you learn a new way to talk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndonesian language
Indonesian is a way to talk. It is used in a big land. Many people speak it to be friends. It helps everyone understand each other. It is a special way to share. Can you learn to say hello?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIntensive farming
Big farms grow lots of food. They use machines to help. They also use special food for plants. This helps us get food at the store. It is a big job. Do you like eating farm food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInterjection
Some words show how we feel. We say "Wow!" when we are surprised. We say "Ouch!" when we are hurt. These words can stand all by themselves. They help us talk to friends. Do you have a favorite word like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInternational Phonetic Alphabet
People use special signs to write sounds. These signs show how we speak. They help us learn new ways to talk. It is a way to show every sound. This helps singers and teachers too. Can you make a new sound?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIranian languages
Many people use special ways to talk. These ways are called Iranian languages. Some people speak Persian. Others speak Pashto or Kurdish. These words help people share ideas. They help us feel close to others. Can…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIroning
Ironing makes clothes look neat. It uses a hot tool. This tool smooths out bumps. It helps your clothes feel fresh. We use it to look tidy. Do you like neat clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleItalian cuisine
People in Italy make yummy food. They use fresh things like fish and fruit. Many people love to eat it. It is very simple and good. Do you like pasta or pizza?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleItalian language
Italian is a way to talk. People use it in Italy. Many people speak it too. It sounds very pretty. It helps people share songs. It is a fun way to learn. Do you want to try it?
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