| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| bead |
a small, round object made of material such as glass, wood, or plastic. A bead has a small hole through its center so it can be put on a string to make necklaces or to decorate clothing. |
| cliff |
a high, steep surface of rock. |
| couch |
a comfortable seat with a back and arms for two or more people; sofa. |
| excitement |
the state of being excited. |
| flap |
to swing or wave back and forth with a slapping sound. |
| follow |
to come or go after or behind. |
| lid |
a cover for a container that can be opened or removed. |
| messenger |
a person who carries and delivers messages and packages. |
| mountain |
a land mass with great height and steep sides. It is much higher than a hill. |
| pat1 |
a light tap or stroke with the open hand or a flat object. |
| scarf |
a piece of cloth worn around the neck, head, or shoulders. |
| self |
one's own being, character, and nature. |
| soldier |
a person who serves in the army and who is not an officer. |
| staircase |
a set of steps with a railing that goes from one floor to another in a building. |