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3rd Grade Vocabulary Words

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Page 1: words 1–10

Vocabulary page 1
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
1	ability	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the skill or power to do something	Nora used her ability to solve the puzzle without help.
2	absorb	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to take in liquid, heat, light, or information	A dry sponge can absorb the spilled water.
3	accuse	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to say that someone did something wrong	Do not accuse a classmate unless you know what happened.
4	active	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	moving often or taking part in many activities	Maya stays active by riding her bicycle after school.
5	actual	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	real or true, rather than guessed or imagined	The actual cost was lower than our estimate.
6	adopt	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to take someone or something into a family or make an idea your own	The family decided to adopt a puppy from the shelter.
7	advantage	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	something that makes success easier	Knowing the trail gave our team an advantage during the hike.
8	advice	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a helpful suggestion about what someone should do	Grandpa gave me useful advice before my first race.
9	ambition	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a strong goal that someone works hard to reach	Lena's ambition is to become a wildlife scientist.
10	ancient	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	belonging to a time very long ago	Archaeologists uncovered an ancient road beneath the sand.

The Shelter Plan

Reading practice for pages 1–3. Five relevant words are highlighted.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Nora used her ___ to solve the puzzle without help.

Answer: ability

2. A dry sponge can ___ the spilled water.

Answer: absorb

3. Do not ___ a classmate unless you know what happened.

Answer: accuse

4. Maya stays ___ by riding her bicycle after school.

Answer: active

5. The ___ cost was lower than our estimate.

Answer: actual

Page 2: words 11–20

Vocabulary page 2
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
11	approach	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a way of dealing with a task or problem	Trying a smaller example was a smart approach to the math problem.
12	arrange	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to put things in a planned or orderly position	Please arrange the chairs in a circle.
13	arctic	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	relating to the very cold region around the North Pole	An arctic fox grows thick fur for the freezing winter.
14	attitude	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the way someone thinks or feels about something	A hopeful attitude helped Ben keep trying.
15	attract	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to draw someone or something closer	Bright flowers attract bees and butterflies.
16	average	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a number found by sharing a total equally among its parts	The average of four and six is five.
17	avoid	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to stay away from someone or something	We took another path to avoid the deep mud.
18	bold	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	brave, confident, or easy to notice	The artist painted a bold red stripe across the poster.
19	border	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a line or edge that surrounds or separates an area	Draw a blue border around the map.
20	brief	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	lasting only a short time or using few words	The coach gave us a brief safety talk before practice.

Page 2 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 2.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. An ___ fox grows thick fur for the freezing winter.

Answer: arctic

2. A hopeful ___ helped Ben keep trying.

Answer: attitude

3. Bright flowers ___ bees and butterflies.

Answer: attract

4. The ___ of four and six is five.

Answer: average

5. We took another path to ___ the deep mud.

Answer: avoid

Page 3: words 21–30

Vocabulary page 3
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
21	brilliant	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	very bright or unusually clever	A brilliant flash of lightning lit the night sky.
22	cable	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a thick wire or group of wires used to carry power or signals	The cable connects the camera to the computer.
23	capture	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to catch, record, or take control of something	The camera can capture the hummingbird in flight.
24	certain	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	completely sure or known to be true	I am certain that I packed my lunch.
25	chill	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an uncomfortable feeling of cold	A sudden chill made us pull on our jackets.
26	clever	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	quick to understand or good at finding solutions	Ravi found a clever way to carry all the books at once.
27	climate	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the usual weather conditions of a place over many years	The warm, wet climate helps rainforest plants grow.
28	cling	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to hold on tightly	Wet leaves cling to the sidewalk after the storm.
29	coast	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the land beside an ocean or sea	We watched waves roll toward the rocky coast.
30	confess	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to admit that something is true, especially a mistake	Mina chose to confess that she had broken the model.

Page 3 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 3.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Ravi found a ___ way to carry all the books at once.

Answer: clever

2. The warm, wet ___ helps rainforest plants grow.

Answer: climate

3. Wet leaves ___ to the sidewalk after the storm.

Answer: cling

4. We watched waves roll toward the rocky ___.

Answer: coast

5. Mina chose to ___ that she had broken the model.

Answer: confess

Page 4: words 31–40

Vocabulary page 4
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
31	consider	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to think carefully about something	Please consider both ideas before making your choice.
32	contain	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to hold or have something inside	This jar can contain two cups of rice.
33	continent	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	one of Earth's seven very large areas of land	Africa is the continent with the greatest number of countries.
34	convince	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to cause someone to believe or agree with something	The evidence may convince the judge that the story is true.
35	coward	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person who avoids danger because of fear	The character feared being called a coward, but asking for help was wise.
36	crew	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a group of people who work together on a shared job	The film crew arrived early to set up the cameras.
37	custom	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a traditional way of behaving in a group or community	Sharing rice cakes is a holiday custom in many families.
38	decay	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to slowly rot or break down	Fallen leaves decay and add nutrients to the soil.
39	deed	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an action that someone performs	Returning the lost wallet was a generous deed.
40	defend	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to protect someone or something from harm or attack	The mother bird will defend her nest from danger.

Protecting an Old Deed

Reading practice for pages 4–6. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

A museum receives a deed written long ago. Curators consider how to defend it from light and moisture, which can cause paper to decay. They place it in a case designed to contain dry air.

Reading comprehension

1. What document arrives at the museum?

An old deed arrives at the museum.

2. What can cause the paper to decay?

Light and moisture can cause the paper to decay.

3. How do curators protect it?

They place it in a case containing dry air.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Fallen leaves ___ and add nutrients to the soil.

Answer: decay

2. Returning the lost wallet was a generous ___.

Answer: deed

3. The mother bird will ___ her nest from danger.

Answer: defend

4. Please ___ both ideas before making your choice.

Answer: consider

5. This jar can ___ two cups of rice.

Answer: contain

Page 5: words 41–50

Vocabulary page 5
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
41	delicate	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	easily damaged and needing careful handling	Hold the delicate glass ornament with both hands.
42	device	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a tool or piece of equipment made for a purpose	The small device measures the temperature of the water.
43	diagram	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a drawing that explains parts, steps, or relationships	The diagram shows how water moves through the plant.
44	digest	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to break food down so the body can use it	Your stomach begins to digest food after you eat.
45	disease	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an illness that affects a person, animal, or plant	Washing your hands can help prevent the spread of disease.
46	distant	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	far away in space or time	We could barely see the distant mountains through the mist.
47	doze	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to sleep lightly for a short time	The cat began to doze in the warm patch of sunlight.
48	drift	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move slowly while carried by air or water	The paper boat began to drift down the stream.
49	elegant	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	graceful, stylish, and pleasing in appearance	The dancer made an elegant turn across the stage.
50	enable	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to make something possible	A ramp can enable a wheelchair user to enter the building.

Page 5 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 5.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Hold the ___ glass ornament with both hands.

Answer: delicate

2. The small ___ measures the temperature of the water.

Answer: device

3. The ___ shows how water moves through the plant.

Answer: diagram

4. Your stomach begins to ___ food after you eat.

Answer: digest

5. Washing your hands can help prevent the spread of ___.

Answer: disease

Page 6: words 51–60

Vocabulary page 6
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
51	examine	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to observe or inspect carefully or critically	We examine the shell with a magnifying glass.
52	explore	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to travel through or examine a place in order to learn	We used a map to explore the forest trail safely.
53	fatal	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	causing death	The warning sign helps hikers avoid a potentially fatal fall.
54	fierce	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	powerful, intense, or ready to fight	A fierce wind bent the trees during the storm.
55	flutter	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move with quick, light motions	The flag began to flutter in the morning breeze.
56	fortunate	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having good luck	We were fortunate to find shelter before the rain began.
57	frail	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	weak or easily damaged	The frail branch snapped under the heavy snow.
58	gasp	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to take a quick breath because of surprise or effort	I heard Ana gasp when the magician vanished.
59	glide	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move smoothly and quietly	The swan seemed to glide across the calm lake.
60	globe	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a round model of Earth	We turned the globe to locate the Pacific Ocean.

Page 6 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 6.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. We ___ the shell with a magnifying glass.

Answer: examine

2. We used a map to ___ the forest trail safely.

Answer: explore

3. The warning sign helps hikers avoid a potentially ___ fall.

Answer: fatal

4. A ___ wind bent the trees during the storm.

Answer: fierce

5. The flag began to ___ in the morning breeze.

Answer: flutter

Page 7: words 61–70

Vocabulary page 7
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
61	grace	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	smooth, controlled movement or thoughtful kindness	The skater moved across the ice with grace.
62	gradual	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	happening slowly over a period of time	The gradual change from winter to spring took several weeks.
63	habit	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an action someone repeats regularly	Checking my backpack each night became a helpful habit.
64	harsh	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	unpleasantly rough, severe, or strong	The harsh wind stung our faces.
65	imitate	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to copy a sound, action, or appearance	The parrot can imitate the sound of a ringing phone.
66	individual	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	one person or thing considered separately	Each individual chose a different book to read.
67	intelligent	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	able to learn, understand, and solve problems well	The intelligent crow used a stick to reach its food.
68	intend	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to plan or mean to do something	I intend to finish my science report tonight.
69	journey	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a trip from one place to another	The long train journey carried us across three states.
70	launch	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to send something forward or begin something new	Engineers will launch the weather balloon at noon.

A Kind Imitation

Reading practice for pages 7–9. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Noah can imitate many bird calls, but he does not intend to disturb a nesting owl. An intelligent choice is to listen quietly instead of making a harsh sound. Each individual bird needs space.

Reading comprehension

1. What can Noah imitate?

Noah can imitate bird calls.

2. What does he intend to avoid?

He intends to avoid disturbing the owl.

3. Why does each bird need space?

Each individual bird needs space to feel safe.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ___ wind stung our faces.

Answer: harsh

2. The parrot can ___ the sound of a ringing phone.

Answer: imitate

3. Each ___ chose a different book to read.

Answer: individual

4. The ___ crow used a stick to reach its food.

Answer: intelligent

5. I ___ to finish my science report tonight.

Answer: intend

Page 8: words 71–80

Vocabulary page 8
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
71	limit	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the greatest amount allowed or possible	The library sets a limit of five borrowed books.
72	locate	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to find the exact place of something	Use the grid to locate the island on the map.
73	loyal	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	faithful and supportive even when things are difficult	The loyal dog waited beside its injured owner.
74	magnificent	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	extremely beautiful or impressive	The magnificent waterfall filled the valley with mist.
75	marsh	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	soft, wet land where grasses and reeds grow	Frogs and herons live in the marsh.
76	method	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a planned way of doing something	Our new method made sorting the books much faster.
77	misery	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	great unhappiness or suffering	The lost hiker felt misery during the cold, wet night.
78	moisture	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a small amount of water in the air or on a surface	Morning moisture formed drops on the grass.
79	mural	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a large picture painted or attached to a wall	Students painted a mural of local birds in the hallway.
80	mystify	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to confuse someone by being difficult to explain	The footprints in the locked room continued to mystify us.

Page 8 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 8.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Our new ___ made sorting the books much faster.

Answer: method

2. The lost hiker felt ___ during the cold, wet night.

Answer: misery

3. Morning ___ formed drops on the grass.

Answer: moisture

4. Students painted a ___ of local birds in the hallway.

Answer: mural

5. The footprints in the locked room continued to ___ us.

Answer: mystify

Page 9: words 81–90

Vocabulary page 9
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
81	nation	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a country and the people who live there	People across the nation watched the historic event.
82	nectar	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the sweet liquid made by flowers	A butterfly drinks nectar through its long mouthpart.
83	nursery	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a place where young children or young plants are cared for	The gardener moved the seedlings into the nursery.
84	observe	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to watch or notice something carefully	We used a magnifying glass to observe the tiny insect.
85	opponent	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person or team competing against another	Mia shook hands with her opponent after the chess match.
86	opposite	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	completely different or facing the other direction	Hot and cold have opposite meanings.
87	ordeal	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a very difficult or painful experience	The rescue turned a frightening ordeal into a safe return home.
88	origin	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the place or time where something begins	The museum display explains the origin of the town's name.
89	outcome	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the final result of an event or process	Careful practice changed the outcome of the rematch.
90	passage	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a section taken from a piece of writing	Read the passage before answering the questions.

Page 9 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 9.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Careful practice changed the ___ of the rematch.

Answer: outcome

2. Read the ___ before answering the questions.

Answer: passage

3. People across the ___ watched the historic event.

Answer: nation

4. A butterfly drinks ___ through its long mouthpart.

Answer: nectar

5. The gardener moved the seedlings into the ___.

Answer: nursery

Page 10: words 91–100

Vocabulary page 10
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
91	pastime	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an activity enjoyed during free time	Drawing cartoons is Aiden's favorite pastime.
92	pause	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a short stop before something continues	After a brief pause, the speaker answered the question.
93	perform	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to present an act or carry out a task	The choir will perform two songs at the concert.
94	plunge	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to fall or move suddenly downward or into something	The otter will plunge into the water to catch a fish.
95	predator	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an animal that hunts other animals for food	The owl is a nighttime predator that hunts mice.
96	predict	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to say what you think will happen in the future	Dark clouds helped us predict that rain was coming.
97	prevent	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to stop something from happening	A helmet can prevent a serious head injury.
98	primary	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	main or most important	Clean water is a primary need after a storm.
99	privilege	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a special right or opportunity	Representing our school at the ceremony was a privilege.
100	process	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a series of steps that produces a result	Photosynthesis is the process plants use to make food.

A Pause Before the Plunge

Reading practice for pages 10–12. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Watching seals is Tia’s favorite pastime. She sees one pause on a rock before it takes a plunge into the sea. The seal can perform quick turns underwater to escape a predator.

Reading comprehension

1. What is Tia's favorite pastime?

Watching seals is Tia's favorite pastime.

2. What does the seal do before its plunge?

The seal pauses on a rock.

3. Why does it turn quickly?

It turns quickly to escape a predator.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Drawing cartoons is Aiden's favorite ___.

Answer: pastime

2. After a brief ___, the speaker answered the question.

Answer: pause

3. The choir will ___ two songs at the concert.

Answer: perform

4. The otter will ___ into the water to catch a fish.

Answer: plunge

5. The owl is a nighttime ___ that hunts mice.

Answer: predator

Page 11: words 101–110

Vocabulary page 11
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
101	rare	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	not common or not often found	We were excited to see a rare blue butterfly.
102	rate	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the speed or frequency at which something happens	The heart rate rises during exercise.
103	recall	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to remember something from the past	Can you recall where we left the keys?
104	rely	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to trust or depend on someone or something	Young birds rely on their parents for food.
105	remark	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a spoken or written comment	Her kind remark made the new student smile.
106	resident	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person or animal that lives in a particular place	Every resident received a notice about the road repair.
107	respect	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	care and admiration shown toward someone or something	Listening without interrupting shows respect.
108	responsible	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	trusted to do what is right or complete a duty	Noah is responsible for feeding the class fish.
109	reverse	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to change to the opposite direction or order	The driver had to reverse the car out of the narrow space.
110	revive	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to bring back energy, strength, or activity	Water helped revive the wilted plant.

Page 11 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 11.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The heart ___ rises during exercise.

Answer: rate

2. Can you ___ where we left the keys?

Answer: recall

3. Young birds ___ on their parents for food.

Answer: rely

4. Her kind ___ made the new student smile.

Answer: remark

5. Every ___ received a notice about the road repair.

Answer: resident

Page 12: words 111–120

Vocabulary page 12
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
111	risk	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the chance that something harmful may happen	Climbing without safety gear is a serious risk.
112	scatter	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to spread in different directions	A sudden noise made the pigeons scatter across the square.
113	schedule	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a plan that lists when events will happen	The bus schedule shows a stop at eight o'clock.
114	sensitive	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	quick to notice or react to small changes	My eyes are sensitive to bright sunlight.
115	signal	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a sound, movement, or sign that sends information	The flashing light is a signal for drivers to stop.
116	solution	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an answer that solves a problem	Building a small bridge was our solution to crossing the stream.
117	spoil	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to ruin something or make food unfit to eat	Leaving milk in the sun will spoil it.
118	starve	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to suffer badly from not having enough food	Without stored nuts, the squirrels could starve during winter.
119	steer	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to guide the direction of a vehicle or movement	Use both hands to steer the bicycle around the corner.
120	suitable	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	right or appropriate for a particular purpose	These sturdy boots are suitable for a muddy hike.

Page 12 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 12.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. My eyes are ___ to bright sunlight.

Answer: sensitive

2. The flashing light is a ___ for drivers to stop.

Answer: signal

3. Building a small bridge was our ___ to crossing the stream.

Answer: solution

4. Leaving milk in the sun will ___ it.

Answer: spoil

5. Without stored nuts, the squirrels could ___ during winter.

Answer: starve

Page 13: words 121–130

Vocabulary page 13
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
121	survey	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a set of questions or a careful study used to gather information	Our class completed a survey about favorite playground games.
122	swift	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	moving or happening very quickly	The swift rabbit disappeared into the tall grass.
123	symbol	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a mark or object that represents an idea	A heart can be a symbol of love.
124	talent	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a natural skill for doing something well	Her talent for music became clear when she played the piano.
125	theory	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an explanation that can be tested with evidence	The scientist tested her theory about why the plants grew faster.
126	thrill	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a sudden feeling of excitement	Riding the tall roller coaster gave me a thrill.
127	treasure	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	something valuable or greatly loved	The old letters were a family treasure.
128	triumph	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a great success or victory	Finishing the difficult climb was a triumph for the team.
129	value	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the importance, usefulness, or worth of something	The value of clean water becomes clear during a drought.
130	vision	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the ability to see or a clear idea of the future	Owls have strong night vision.

The Survey Treasure

Reading practice for pages 13–15. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Students survey the creek to count frogs and plants. Their vision is a cleaner habitat, not a chest of treasure. Finding three new nests feels like a triumph because the nests show the creek’s value to wildlife.

Reading comprehension

1. Why do students survey the creek?

They survey it to count frogs and plants.

2. What is their vision?

Their vision is a cleaner habitat.

3. Why is finding nests a triumph?

The nests show the creek's value to wildlife.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The old letters were a family ___.

Answer: treasure

2. Finishing the difficult climb was a ___ for the team.

Answer: triumph

3. The ___ of clean water becomes clear during a drought.

Answer: value

4. Owls have strong night ___.

Answer: vision

5. Our class completed a ___ about favorite playground games.

Answer: survey

Page 14: words 131–140

Vocabulary page 14
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
131	volunteer	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person who freely offers to help	A volunteer read stories to children at the library.
132	wander	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move around without a planned direction	We watched the goat wander away from the herd.
133	wisdom	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	good judgment gained from knowledge and experience	Grandmother's wisdom helped us solve the disagreement.
134	wit	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	quick, clever thinking, often used to make people laugh	The storyteller's wit kept the audience smiling.
135	woe	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	deep sadness or serious trouble	The poem tells of a sailor's loneliness and woe.
136	ink	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	colored liquid used for writing, drawing, or printing	Blue ink leaked from the pen onto my hand.
137	crash	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to hit something with great force and noise	The waves crash against the rocks during a storm.
138	zip	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move very quickly or close something with a zipper	Hummingbirds zip from flower to flower.
139	crop	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	plants grown by farmers for food or other uses	The farmer harvested a large corn crop.
140	trash	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	waste that is thrown away	Please place the empty wrapper in the trash.

Page 14 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 14.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The farmer harvested a large corn ___.

Answer: crop

2. Please place the empty wrapper in the ___.

Answer: trash

3. A ___ read stories to children at the library.

Answer: volunteer

4. We watched the goat ___ away from the herd.

Answer: wander

5. Grandmother's ___ helped us solve the disagreement.

Answer: wisdom

Page 15: words 141–150

Vocabulary page 15
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
141	held	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of hold; kept or carried something	Mina held the ladder steady for her father.
142	built	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of build; made something by joining parts	The beavers built a dam across the stream.
143	catch	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to stop and hold something that is moving	Leo stretched out his hands to catch the ball.
144	health	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the condition of a person's body and mind	Sleep, exercise, and nourishing food support good health.
145	silver	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a shiny gray metal used in jewelry and other objects	The museum displayed a silver cup from long ago.
146	fought	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of fight; struggled against someone or something	The firefighters fought the forest fire all night.
147	matter	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	physical material or a subject being discussed	All matter takes up space.
148	caught	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of catch; stopped and held something moving	The goalkeeper caught the ball before it crossed the line.
149	pipe	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a hollow tube that carries water, gas, or another material	Water travels through the pipe beneath the sink.
150	tiger	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a large wild cat with dark stripes	The tiger moved quietly through the forest.

Page 15 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 15.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Mina ___ the ladder steady for her father.

Answer: held

2. The beavers ___ a dam across the stream.

Answer: built

3. Leo stretched out his hands to ___ the ball.

Answer: catch

4. Sleep, exercise, and nourishing food support good ___.

Answer: health

5. The museum displayed a ___ cup from long ago.

Answer: silver

Page 16: words 151–160

Vocabulary page 16
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
151	skate	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move across ice or another surface on skates	We learned to skate at the frozen pond.
152	student	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person who is learning at a school or from a teacher	Each student recorded the experiment in a notebook.
153	care	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	attention given to keep someone or something safe and well	The injured bird needed gentle care.
154	break	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to damage something so that it separates or stops working	Be careful not to break the glass jar.
155	size	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	how large or small something is	Measure the box to find its exact size.
156	library	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a place where books and other materials can be read or borrowed	I borrowed a mystery novel from the library.
157	writer	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person who creates written work	The writer revised her story before sharing it.
158	able	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having the skill or opportunity to do something	After more practice, I was able to swim across the pool.
159	dent	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a hollow mark made when a surface is hit	The falling branch left a dent in the metal gate.
160	sink	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to move down below the surface of a liquid	A stone will sink in water.

Care for a Library Book

Reading practice for pages 16–18. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

A student chooses a large book from the library. Its size makes it hard to carry, so she holds it with care. She takes a short break at a table instead of dropping it into her bag.

Reading comprehension

1. Where does the student choose a book?

She chooses a book from the library.

2. Why is it hard to carry?

Its size makes it hard to carry.

3. How does she show care?

She holds the book carefully and sets it on a table.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Each ___ recorded the experiment in a notebook.

Answer: student

2. The injured bird needed gentle ___.

Answer: care

3. Be careful not to ___ the glass jar.

Answer: break

4. Measure the box to find its exact ___.

Answer: size

5. I borrowed a mystery novel from the ___.

Answer: library

Page 17: words 161–170

Vocabulary page 17
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
161	coffee	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a drink made from roasted coffee beans	The smell of fresh coffee filled the kitchen.
162	kettle	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a container used for boiling water	Steam rose from the kettle when the water boiled.
163	pepper	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a spicy seasoning or a hollow vegetable	Dad sprinkled black pepper on the soup.
164	excellent	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	extremely good	Rina did an excellent job explaining her experiment.
165	ribbon	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a narrow strip of fabric used for tying or decorating	She tied a yellow ribbon around the gift.
166	distance	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the amount of space between two places or objects	We measured the distance from the tree to the fence.
167	happen	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to take place or occur	A rainbow may happen when sunlight passes through raindrops.
168	sandwich	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	food placed between slices of bread	I packed a cheese sandwich for lunch.
169	build	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to make something by putting parts together	The children used blocks to build a tall tower.
170	address	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the details that identify where a place is located	Write the correct address on the envelope.

Page 17 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 17.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. She tied a yellow ___ around the gift.

Answer: ribbon

2. We measured the ___ from the tree to the fence.

Answer: distance

3. A rainbow may ___ when sunlight passes through raindrops.

Answer: happen

4. I packed a cheese ___ for lunch.

Answer: sandwich

5. The children used blocks to ___ a tall tower.

Answer: build

Page 18: words 171–180

Vocabulary page 18
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
171	heavy	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having great weight	The heavy suitcase took two people to lift.
172	written	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	expressed or recorded in writing	Please follow the written instructions on the card.
173	curl	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to form or move into a curved shape	The dry leaf began to curl at the edges.
174	sooner	adverbGrade 3 high-utility word	at an earlier time	We arrived sooner than we expected.
175	choice	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a decision between two or more possibilities	Taking the shaded path was a wise choice.
176	huge	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	extremely large	A huge whale surfaced beside the boat.
177	nurse	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a trained person who cares for people who are ill or injured	The nurse cleaned the scrape and covered it with a bandage.
178	scooter	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a small vehicle with a standing platform and two wheels	Arun wore a helmet while riding his scooter.
179	strange	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	unusual or difficult to explain	A strange tapping sound came from the attic.
180	surf	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to ride on ocean waves using a board	Experienced athletes surf near the beach when the waves are safe.

Page 18 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 18.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ___ cleaned the scrape and covered it with a bandage.

Answer: nurse

2. Arun wore a helmet while riding his ___.

Answer: scooter

3. A ___ tapping sound came from the attic.

Answer: strange

4. Experienced athletes ___ near the beach when the waves are safe.

Answer: surf

5. The ___ suitcase took two people to lift.

Answer: heavy

Page 19: words 181–190

Vocabulary page 19
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
181	newspaper	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	printed pages that report news, events, and other information	Dad read the weather report in the morning newspaper.
182	oyster	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a sea animal with a rough shell made of two parts	The oyster closed its shell when the diver touched it.
183	continue	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to keep doing something without stopping	We will continue the game after the rain passes.
184	perfect	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having no mistakes or exactly right for a purpose	The sunny afternoon was perfect for our picnic.
185	lose	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to no longer have something or to fail to win	Keep the lid on the jar so you do not lose the buttons.
186	coin	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a small, flat piece of metal used as money	I placed the shiny coin in my savings jar.
187	race	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a contest to see who can move the fastest	Nia trained each morning for the bicycle race.
188	earn	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to receive something because of work or effort	You can earn a badge by completing the reading challenge.
189	loose	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	not firmly fixed, tied, or held in place	A loose wheel made the cart wobble.
190	voice	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the sound a person makes when speaking or singing	Omar lowered his voice so he would not wake the baby.

The Newspaper Oyster

Reading practice for pages 19–21. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Leo reads a newspaper article aloud in a clear voice. It describes an oyster reef that filters bay water. The reef is not perfect yet, but volunteers will continue planting shells there.

Reading comprehension

1. What does Leo read?

Leo reads a newspaper article.

2. What does the article describe?

It describes an oyster reef.

3. What will volunteers continue doing?

They will continue planting shells.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Omar lowered his ___ so he would not wake the baby.

Answer: voice

2. Dad read the weather report in the morning ___.

Answer: newspaper

3. The ___ closed its shell when the diver touched it.

Answer: oyster

4. We will ___ the game after the rain passes.

Answer: continue

5. The sunny afternoon was ___ for our picnic.

Answer: perfect

Page 20: words 191–200

Vocabulary page 20
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
191	chose	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of choose; decided which person or thing to take	Mina chose the blue umbrella because rain was coming.
192	worst	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	more unpleasant, harmful, or poor than all the others	The worst part of the storm was the powerful wind.
193	poison	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a substance that can cause serious illness or death	The warning label tells us that the liquid is poison.
194	include	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to make someone or something part of a group or whole	Please include your name and the date on the report.
195	fact	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	something that is known or proved to be true	It is a fact that Earth travels around the sun.
196	sense	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	one of the body's ways of noticing the world	A dog's strong sense of smell helps it follow a trail.
197	passenger	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person traveling in a vehicle but not driving it	Every passenger fastened a seat belt before the car moved.
198	witch	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person in stories who is believed to use magic	The friendly witch in the play turned a pumpkin into a carriage.
199	chop	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to cut something into pieces with firm downward movements	An adult will chop the carrots for the soup.
200	empty	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	containing nothing	The bird flew away and left the nest empty.

Page 20 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 20.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Mina ___ the blue umbrella because rain was coming.

Answer: chose

2. The ___ part of the storm was the powerful wind.

Answer: worst

3. The warning label tells us that the liquid is ___.

Answer: poison

4. Please ___ your name and the date on the report.

Answer: include

5. It is a ___ that Earth travels around the sun.

Answer: fact

Page 21: words 201–210

Vocabulary page 21
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
201	visitor	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a person who comes to see a place or another person	Our visitor removed her wet shoes at the door.
202	lock	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to fasten something so it cannot be opened without a key or code	Remember to lock the bicycle before entering the store.
203	family	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a group of people related to and caring for one another	Our family cooks dinner together on Sundays.
204	several	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	more than two but not a great many	Several ducks followed their mother across the pond.
205	million	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the number equal to one thousand thousands	A million is written as the digit one followed by six zeros.
206	capital	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the city where a country's or region's government is based	Seoul is the capital of South Korea.
207	interesting	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	holding attention because it is unusual or worth learning about	The fossil was interesting because it showed the shape of an ancient leaf.
208	fire	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	heat, light, and flames produced by something burning	We poured water on the campfire until the fire was completely out.
209	scale	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a tool used to measure weight	The baker used a scale to weigh the flour.
210	lazy	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	unwilling to work or use effort	The lazy character expected everyone else to clean the room.

Page 21 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 21.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Our ___ cooks dinner together on Sundays.

Answer: family

2. ___ ducks followed their mother across the pond.

Answer: several

3. A ___ is written as the digit one followed by six zeros.

Answer: million

4. Seoul is the ___ of South Korea.

Answer: capital

5. The fossil was ___ because it showed the shape of an ancient leaf.

Answer: interesting

Page 22: words 211–220

Vocabulary page 22
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
211	struck	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of strike; hit something with force	Lightning struck the old tree during the storm.
212	prize	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	something awarded for winning or doing excellent work	Iris received a prize for her carefully grown sunflower.
213	airplane	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a powered vehicle with wings that flies through the air	The airplane rose above the clouds soon after takeoff.
214	safety	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the condition of being protected from danger or harm	Wearing a helmet improves safety when riding a bicycle.
215	tunnel	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a long passage built through or under the ground	The train entered a dark tunnel beneath the mountain.
216	froze	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of freeze; became hard because of cold	The pond froze after three nights of icy weather.
217	recess	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a break during the school day for rest or play	We played hopscotch outside during recess.
218	hole	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an opening or empty space in a surface	The rabbit disappeared into a hole beneath the hedge.
219	below	prepositionGrade 3 high-utility word	in a lower place than something else	A small stream flows below the wooden bridge.
220	space	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an empty area or the region beyond Earth's air	Leave enough space between the seedlings so they can grow.

Frozen in the Tunnel

Reading practice for pages 22–24. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

During recess, snowmelt froze inside a short playground tunnel. Water had dripped through a hole and gathered below the slide. The teacher closes the tunnel until the ice melts.

Reading comprehension

1. What froze in the tunnel?

Snowmelt froze in the tunnel.

2. Where did the water come from?

The water dripped through a hole.

3. Why is the tunnel closed?

It is closed until the ice melts.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The train entered a dark ___ beneath the mountain.

Answer: tunnel

2. The pond ___ after three nights of icy weather.

Answer: froze

3. We played hopscotch outside during ___.

Answer: recess

4. The rabbit disappeared into a ___ beneath the hedge.

Answer: hole

5. A small stream flows ___ the wooden bridge.

Answer: below

Page 23: words 221–230

Vocabulary page 23
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
221	whole	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	complete, with no part missing	We divided the whole orange into eight slices.
222	using	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	doing something with a tool, object, or method	Theo is using a ruler to draw a straight line.
223	sudden	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	happening quickly and without warning	A sudden clap of thunder startled the dog.
224	awhile	adverbGrade 3 high-utility word	for a short period of time	We rested awhile beneath the shady tree.
225	receive	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to be given or sent something	You will receive a library card after completing the form.
226	unusual	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	different from what is common or expected	The unusual bird had bright orange feet.
227	paw	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the foot of an animal such as a cat, dog, or bear	The puppy lifted one muddy paw onto my knee.
228	vowel	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a speech sound or letter such as a, e, i, o, or u	The word cat has the vowel a in the middle.
229	extra	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	more than the usual or needed amount	I packed an extra pair of socks for the hike.
230	market	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a place where people buy and sell food or other goods	We bought fresh peaches at the farmers' market.

Page 23 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 23.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The word cat has the ___ a in the middle.

Answer: vowel

2. I packed an ___ pair of socks for the hike.

Answer: extra

3. We bought fresh peaches at the farmers' ___.

Answer: market

4. We divided the ___ orange into eight slices.

Answer: whole

5. Theo is ___ a ruler to draw a straight line.

Answer: using

Page 24: words 231–240

Vocabulary page 24
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
231	straw	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a thin tube used for drinking or dried stems of grain	Luis sipped the juice through a paper straw.
232	towel	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a piece of cloth used for drying	Use a clean towel to dry your hands.
233	umbrella	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a folding cover held above the head for protection from rain or sun	Mara opened her umbrella when the first raindrops fell.
234	marble	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a small glass ball used in children's games	The green marble rolled beneath the sofa.
235	allow	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to give permission or make something possible	Our teacher will allow us to choose our own partners.
236	farther	adverbGrade 3 high-utility word	at or to a greater physical distance	The second trail leads farther into the forest.
237	taught	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of teach; helped someone learn	Grandpa taught me how to plant tomato seeds.
238	hour	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a period of sixty minutes	The bread needs one hour to rise.
239	further	adverbGrade 3 high-utility word	to a greater degree or at a later point	We read further to learn how the mystery ended.
240	law	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an official rule that people in a community must obey	The law requires drivers to stop at a red light.

Page 24 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 24.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ___ requires drivers to stop at a red light.

Answer: law

2. Luis sipped the juice through a paper ___.

Answer: straw

3. Use a clean ___ to dry your hands.

Answer: towel

4. Mara opened her ___ when the first raindrops fell.

Answer: umbrella

5. The green ___ rolled beneath the sofa.

Answer: marble

Page 25: words 241–250

Vocabulary page 25
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
241	double	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having two equal parts or twice the usual amount	We ordered a double scoop of strawberry ice cream.
242	burnt	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	damaged or changed by too much heat or fire	The burnt toast smelled bitter and set off the alarm.
243	county	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a region used to organize local government within a state or country	The county opened a new park beside the river.
244	front	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the part of something that faces forward	Please write your name on the front of the folder.
245	slept	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	past tense of sleep; rested with the eyes closed	The tired puppy slept beside the warm fireplace.
246	match	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to be the same as or suitable with something else	The striped socks match your blue sweater.
247	rent	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to pay to use something for a limited time	We will rent bicycles to explore the island trail.
248	toss	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to throw something lightly or gently	Toss the beanbag into the red basket.
249	mend	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to repair something that is torn or broken	Dad used a patch to mend the hole in my backpack.
250	ditch	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a narrow channel dug to carry away water	Rainwater flowed through the ditch beside the road.

The County Match

Reading practice for pages 25–27. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Our county soccer match began after a long bus ride. Eli had slept on the bus, so he felt ready to play in front. He scored double his usual goals, and the team celebrated with toast that was slightly burnt.

Reading comprehension

1. Where was the soccer match?

The match was in the county.

2. Why did Eli feel ready?

Eli had slept on the bus.

3. What food was burnt?

The toast was slightly burnt.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. We ordered a ___ scoop of strawberry ice cream.

Answer: double

2. The ___ toast smelled bitter and set off the alarm.

Answer: burnt

3. The ___ opened a new park beside the river.

Answer: county

4. Please write your name on the ___ of the folder.

Answer: front

5. The tired puppy ___ beside the warm fireplace.

Answer: slept

Page 26: words 251–260

Vocabulary page 26
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
251	fond	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	having warm affection for someone or something	I am fond of the gentle pony at my aunt's farm.
252	melt	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to change from a solid into a liquid because of heat	The ice cube will melt in the warm sunlight.
253	drill	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a tool that makes holes by turning a pointed bit	An adult used a drill to make holes for the shelf.
254	bless	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to ask for goodness or protection for someone or something	At dinner, Grandma asked everyone to bless the meal.
255	trim	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to cut a small amount from the edge of something	We will trim the paper so it fits inside the frame.
256	insects	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	small animals with six legs and bodies divided into three parts	Bees, ants, and butterflies are insects.
257	necklace	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a piece of jewelry worn around the neck	The necklace was made from blue glass beads.
258	digit	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	one of the number symbols from zero through nine	The final digit in the number 42 is two.
259	subtract	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to take one number or amount away from another	Subtract three from eight to get five.
260	exit	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a door or way used to leave a place	The glowing sign showed us the nearest exit.

Page 26 vocabulary review

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Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. An adult used a ___ to make holes for the shelf.

Answer: drill

2. At dinner, Grandma asked everyone to ___ the meal.

Answer: bless

3. We will ___ the paper so it fits inside the frame.

Answer: trim

4. Bees, ants, and butterflies are ___.

Answer: insects

5. The ___ was made from blue glass beads.

Answer: necklace

Page 27: words 261–270

Vocabulary page 27
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
261	pint	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a unit used to measure liquid	The recipe calls for one pint of milk.
262	dine	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to eat a meal	We will dine outdoors while the evening is warm.
263	aim	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to point toward a target or work toward a goal	Aim the flashlight at the path, not at anyone's eyes.
264	reef	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a ridge of rock, sand, or coral near the surface of the sea	Colorful fish found shelter in the coral reef.
265	speed	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	how fast something moves or happens	The cyclist reduced her speed before the sharp turn.
266	gain	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to get or increase something useful	Reading every day can help you gain new knowledge.
267	creek	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a small, narrow stream	Tiny fish darted through the shallow creek.
268	geese	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	more than one goose	A flock of geese flew south in a V-shaped line.
269	cane	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a strong stick used to help a person walk	Mr. Lee used a cane while his ankle healed.
270	pain	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an unpleasant feeling caused by injury or illness	The sharp pain in my ankle faded after I rested.

Page 27 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 27.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Reading every day can help you ___ new knowledge.

Answer: gain

2. Tiny fish darted through the shallow ___.

Answer: creek

3. A flock of ___ flew south in a V-shaped line.

Answer: geese

4. Mr. Lee used a ___ while his ankle healed.

Answer: cane

5. The sharp ___ in my ankle faded after I rested.

Answer: pain

Page 28: words 271–280

Vocabulary page 28
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
271	speak	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to say words or talk to someone	Please speak clearly so everyone can hear the directions.
272	cape	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a sleeveless piece of clothing that hangs from the shoulders	The actor wore a red cape in the superhero play.
273	pail	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a round container with a handle	We filled the pail with sand to build a castle.
274	oats	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a type of grain often eaten as cereal	Warm oats with apple slices made a filling breakfast.
275	stove	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an appliance used for cooking food	An adult heated the soup on the stove.
276	paint	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to cover or decorate a surface with colored liquid	We will paint the wooden birdhouse bright yellow.
277	toast	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	bread that has been browned by heat	I spread strawberry jam on my toast.
278	real	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	actually existing or true rather than pretend	The dinosaur bones in the museum are real fossils.
279	vote	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to make an official choice between people or ideas	Each student may vote for one field-trip destination.
280	straight	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	not curved or bent	Use the ruler to draw a straight line.

A Cape for the Vote

Reading practice for pages 28–30. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

For the school play, June wears a cape and stands straight onstage. She must speak as a queen asking citizens to vote. The scene is not real, but the audience understands why every voice matters.

Reading comprehension

1. What does June wear?

June wears a cape.

2. What does the queen ask citizens to do?

She asks citizens to vote.

3. Is the scene real?

No, the scene is part of a play.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The dinosaur bones in the museum are ___ fossils.

Answer: real

2. Each student may ___ for one field-trip destination.

Answer: vote

3. Use the ruler to draw a ___ line.

Answer: straight

4. Please ___ clearly so everyone can hear the directions.

Answer: speak

5. The actor wore a red ___ in the superhero play.

Answer: cape

Page 29: words 281–290

Vocabulary page 29
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
281	repeat	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	to say or do something again	Could you repeat the final direction more slowly?
282	favorite	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	liked more than all the others	The library is my favorite place to spend a rainy afternoon.
283	captain	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	the person who leads a team, ship, or aircraft	The soccer captain encouraged every player before the match.
284	television	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a device or system that shows programs with moving pictures and sound	We watched a nature program about whales on television.
285	thread	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a long, thin strand used for sewing or making cloth	Nora pushed the blue thread through the eye of the needle.
286	jolly	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	cheerful and full of good humor	The jolly baker sang while decorating the cakes.
287	turtle	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a reptile with a hard shell covering much of its body	The turtle pulled its head into its shell when we approached.
288	rooster	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	an adult male chicken	The rooster crowed just after sunrise.
289	grapes	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	small round fruits that grow in bunches on vines	We washed the purple grapes before eating them.
290	ferry	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a boat that regularly carries people or vehicles across water	The ferry carried our car across the wide bay.

Page 29 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 29.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Could you ___ the final direction more slowly?

Answer: repeat

2. The library is my ___ place to spend a rainy afternoon.

Answer: favorite

3. The soccer ___ encouraged every player before the match.

Answer: captain

4. We watched a nature program about whales on ___.

Answer: television

5. Nora pushed the blue ___ through the eye of the needle.

Answer: thread

Page 30: words 291–300

Vocabulary page 30
#	Word	Pattern / part of speech	Meaning	Sample sentence
291	battle	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a fight between groups, armies, or opposing forces	The museum map showed where the historic battle occurred.
292	foolish	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	showing poor judgment or a lack of good sense	It would be foolish to cross the icy pond.
293	shaded	adjectiveGrade 3 high-utility word	protected from direct light or colored more darkly	We ate lunch at a shaded table beneath the oak tree.
294	pickle	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a cucumber preserved in salty or sour liquid	The crisp pickle tasted sour beside my sandwich.
295	screw	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a metal fastener with a spiral ridge that turns into material	Dad tightened the loose screw in the chair leg.
296	saving	verbGrade 3 high-utility word	keeping something for future use or protecting it from harm	Mila is saving part of her allowance for a new bicycle.
297	saddle	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a shaped seat placed on the back of a horse or bicycle	Before riding, Ana checked that the horse's saddle was secure.
298	view	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	what can be seen from a particular place	The hilltop gave us a clear view of the lake.
299	crow	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	a large black bird with a strong beak and a harsh call	A clever crow dropped a nut onto the road to crack it.
300	copy	nounGrade 3 high-utility word	something made to look or read exactly like an original	Please keep a copy of the permission slip at home.

Page 30 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 30.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The museum map showed where the historic ___ occurred.

Answer: battle

2. It would be ___ to cross the icy pond.

Answer: foolish

3. We ate lunch at a ___ table beneath the oak tree.

Answer: shaded

4. The crisp ___ tasted sour beside my sandwich.

Answer: pickle

5. Dad tightened the loose ___ in the chair leg.

Answer: screw

Sources and curriculum references

These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.