| essay |
a short piece of writing on a particular subject that contains the ideas and opinions of the author. |
| firmly |
in a way that uses some strength; not lightly. |
| glad |
happy that a good thing has happened or will happen. |
| hoop |
a large ring of wood, plastic, or metal, such as a child uses as a toy or an animal jumps through. |
| mend |
to repair or fix. |
| neighborhood |
an area in a city, town, or other place that is different from other areas in some way. |
| paddle |
an oar with a wide, flat blade and long handle. A paddle is used with both arms for moving a small boat through the water. A paddle is not attached to the boat. |
| page |
one side of a sheet of printed or written paper. |
| pavement |
the hard surface on a road or other flat area. |
| performer |
a person who sings, acts, or does some form entertainment for an audience. |
| powder |
a mass of fine, loose grains that are made when a solid material has been ground or crushed. |
| serve |
to give aid or help; be of use. |
| spout |
to force out in a steady stream. |
| tiny |
very small. |
| trap |
to catch and not let escape. |