| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| circle |
a line that curves so that one end meets the other. The line is made up of points that are all the same distance from the center. |
| deal |
to handle or give your attention to. |
| drill |
a tool used to make holes in wood, metal, and other materials. |
| enjoy |
to find pleasure in something. |
| happily |
in a glad, cheerful, or joyful way. |
| horrible |
causing a feeling of fear or horror. |
| invite |
to ask in a polite way to go somewhere or do something. |
| loss |
failure to win; defeat. |
| past |
all of the time before now. |
| root |
the part of a plant that grows under the ground. Roots take in water and food, and they hold the plant in the soil. |
| sack |
a large bag made of thick paper or other strong material. A sack is used to hold grain, potatoes, supplies, or other heavy things. |
| sale |
a selling of goods for a lower price than usual. |
| splinter |
a small, sharp piece of material that is broken off from a larger piece. |
| tender |
not tough; soft. |