ESSENTIAL DICTIONARY IN ALPHEBETICAL ORDER

Active – Moving or doing something regularly.

Adventures – Exciting and unusual experiences.

Alarm – A clock that makes a sound to wake you up.

Animal – A living being that is not a plant or human.

Author – Someone who writes books or stories.

Aviary – A large enclosure for keeping birds.

Backpack – A bag worn on your back.

Bakery – A shop that sells bread and cakes.

Baking sheet – A flat pan used for baking.

Base – A place a player runs to in the game.

Baseball – A game where players hit a ball and run to bases.

Basketball – A sport where players try to throw a ball into a hoop.

Bat – A stick used to hit the ball.

Batter – A mixture of flour and liquid used in cooking.

Beach – A sandy area by the ocean.

Beautiful – Something that looks very nice.

Beauty – Something that looks or feels good.

Bedroom – A room where someone sleeps.

Beginning – The start of something new.

Bench – A long seat for sitting outdoors.

Best Friend – Your closest and most special friend.

Bites – Small pieces of food.

Blocks – Small objects used for building or learning.

Bloom – To produce flowers.

Blooming – When flowers open up.

Blowing – Moving air or wind.

Board game – A game played on a flat surface with pieces and a board.

Board Games – Games played on a flat surface, like a table.

Boil – To heat water until it bubbles.

Bone – A hard object dogs like to chew on.

Borrow – To take something for a short time.

Bowing – Bending the upper body to show respect.

Brain – The organ in your head that controls your body and thoughts.

Branches – The limbs of a tree that grow from the trunk.

Breakfast – The first meal of the day.

Breeze – A light and cool wind.

Brush – To clean or smooth fur with a tool.

Budget – The amount of money planned for spending.

Calm – Peaceful and relaxed.

Calmness – A quiet and peaceful feeling.

Camp – To stay and play in a tent or outdoor area.

Car – A small vehicle, often used as a toy or for transport.

Card – A small object used for identification or access.

Carpet – A soft covering for the floor.

Castle – A large building, often seen in stories, with towers and walls.

Cat – A small animal kept as a pet.

Celebrate – To enjoy a special moment with joy.

Cereal – A food made from grains, often eaten with milk.

Challenge – Something that tests your skill or ability.

Characters – People or animals in a story.

Chase – To run after something.

Checkout – The place where you pay for items.

Chickens – Birds that live on a farm and lay eggs.

Childhood – The time when someone was a child.

Chill – A feeling of coldness.

Chopping – Cutting something into small pieces.

Chopsticks – A pair of sticks used to eat food.

Classmates – Other students in the same class.

Clean – To make something free from dirt.

Climb – To go up something, like a hill or mountain.

Closer – More connected or united.

Collect – To gather things.

Colorful – Having many bright colors.

Colors – The different shades we see, like red, blue, and yellow.

Comfortable – Feeling good and relaxed.

Confident – Feeling sure of yourself and your abilities.

Connected – Feeling close to someone, even when far away.

Cookies – Small, sweet baked treats.

Cool – To let something become less hot.

Couch – A large, soft seat for sitting.

Counting – Saying numbers in order.

Countryside – Land outside the city with fields and nature.

Court – A flat area where sports are played.

Cousins – The children of your aunt or uncle.

Cozy – Comfortable and warm.

Cracking – Breaking something open, like an egg.

Crafts – Things made by hand, often artistic.

Crayons – Colored sticks used for drawing.

Crazy – Wild or chaotic.

Creamy – Soft and smooth, like cream.

Creative – Using imagination to make something new.

Creativity – The ability to create new and original ideas.

Crunch – A loud sound made when biting something hard.

Culture – The way people live, including traditions and customs.

Curious – Wanting to learn more about something.

Dairy – Food made from milk.

Decision – A choice you make after thinking.

Decorations – Things made to make something look pretty.

Deep – A strong or intense shade of a color.

Delicious – Tasting very good.

Depends – To be influenced by something.

Dessert – Sweet food eaten after a meal.

Details – Small parts that make something complete.

Determination – The decision to keep trying, even when it is hard.

Dice – Small cubes with numbers used in games.

Dinner – The main meal of the evening.

Discipline – Learning to follow rules and stay focused.

Dishes – Plates, bowls, and cups used for eating or drinking.

Dough – A thick mixture used to make baked goods.

Drawing – Making pictures using pencils, crayons, or markers.

Dream – To imagine or think about something you want.

Dribbling – Bouncing a ball while moving.

Dusk – The time of day just after the sun sets.

Enclosure – A fenced or walled area where animals are kept.

Encourage – To give someone support or hope.

Energized – Feeling full of energy.

Energy – The strength to do things.

Envelope – A paper cover to hold a card or letter.

Evening – The time of day after the sun sets.

Exercise – An activity that helps the body or mind stay healthy.

Expecting – Awaiting or anticipating something to happen.

Explore – To go somewhere to discover new things.

Express – To show feelings or ideas through actions or art.

Family – People who are close to you, like relatives or loved ones.

Farm – A place where crops are grown, and animals are raised.

Farmer – A person who works on a farm.

Fern – A type of plant with soft, green leaves.

Field – A large area where soccer is played.

Fingers – The five parts at the end of your hand.

Flavor – The taste of food or drink.

Float – To move gently on the surface.

Fluffy – Soft and light, like fur or a cloud.

Focused – Paying attention to something.

Football – A sport where players pass, run, and score with a ball.

Forest – A large area filled with trees.

Fork – A tool with prongs used to eat food.

Forts – Small structures made from pillows, blankets, or other materials.

Forward – A player who tries to score goals.

Frame – The outer edge of the puzzle.

Free Time – Time when you are not busy.

Fresh – Newly made or picked.

Friends – People you like and trust.

Fufu – Soft and furry.

Garage – A space for parking a car or storing toys.

Garden – A place where plants, flowers, or vegetables are grown.

Gatherings – Meetings of people, especially family or friends.

Gift – Something given to make someone happy.

Glove – A hand covering used to catch the ball.

Goal – A point scored by getting the ball into the net.

Goalkeeper – A player who defends the goal.

Goals – Points scored in games like soccer.

Golden – A warm yellow color often seen on baked goods.

Goods – Items that are sold or traded.

Gooey – Sticky and soft, like melted cheese.

Grab – To take something quickly.

Gracefully – In a smooth and beautiful way.

Grandparents – The parents of your mother or father.

Granola – A mix of oats, nuts, and honey, often used in snacks.

Greeting – A way to say hello or show kindness.

Groceries – Food and other goods bought at a store.

Guitar – A musical instrument with strings.

Happiness – The state of being joyful.

Headphones – A device worn on the head to listen to music.

Healing – The process of becoming healthy again.

Healthy – In good physical condition.

Hide-and-seek – A game where players hide and one person tries to find them.

Homework – Schoolwork done at home.

Honey – A sweet liquid made by bees.

Hop – To jump with two feet or quickly move forward.

Hope – A feeling of wanting something good to happen.

House – A building where people live.

Howl – A long, loud cry or noise, often made by the wind or animals.

Hydrated – Having enough water in your body.

Idea – A thought or plan.

Imagine – To think about something in your mind.

Impact – A strong effect or result.

Improve – To make something better.

Included – Made to feel part of a group.

Independent – Able to do things on your own.

Ingredients – Items used to make food or a dish.

Inspired – Feeling encouraged or motivated to do something.

Interests – Things you enjoy or are curious about.

Jokes – Funny stories or remarks.

Joy – A feeling of great happiness.

Joyful – Feeling very happy.

Kind – Caring and thoughtful.

Kindness – Being nice and caring toward others.

Kitchen – A room where food is prepared and cooked.

Kite – A lightweight frame covered with paper or cloth, flown in the wind.

Knock – A sound made by striking a door or surface.

Languages – Systems of words and grammar used to communicate.

Lasagna – A layered Italian dish made with pasta, cheese, and sauce.

Laughter – The sound of laughing.

Layers – Thin sections stacked on top of each other.

Leaves – The flat, green parts of a plant.

Lemon – A sour yellow fruit.

Letter – A written message to send to someone.

Librarian – A person who helps you at the library.

Library – A place where you can read or borrow books.

Lively – Full of energy and life.

Look forward – To feel excited about something in the future.

Lucky – Feeling fortunate or blessed.

Lunch – A meal eaten in the middle of the day.

Lunchbox – A container used to carry food for lunch.

Magic – A power that seems to defy the laws of nature.

Market – A place where people buy and sell food or goods.

Meatballs – Small balls made of ground meat.

Memories – Things remembered from the past.

Menu – A list of food items in a restaurant.

Message – A communication or information sent from one person or thing to another.

Mile – A measure of distance equal to 1.6 kilometers.

Moist – Slightly wet or damp.

Moments – Short periods of time that are memorable.

Morning – The early part of the day.

Muscle – A part of the body that helps you move.

Napkin – A small cloth or paper used to clean hands or mouth.

Nature – The plants, animals, and environment around us.

Nervous – Feeling uneasy or anxious.

Notebook – A book of blank pages for writing.

Numbers – Symbols used to count or measure.

Order – To request food or drinks at a restaurant.

Pack – To put things together in a container.

Paint – To use colors to create pictures.

Park – A public outdoor area for recreation.

Pass – To kick or throw a ball to another player.

Pasta – A type of Italian food made from dough.

Paths – Walkways for walking or biking.

Patience – The ability to wait without getting upset.

Pattern – A repeated design or shape.

Peaceful – Feeling calm and quiet.

Penguin – A bird that swims but cannot fly.

Pet – An animal that lives with you at home.

Photo – A picture taken with a camera.

Phrases – Groups of words that work together to express an idea.

Picnic – A meal eaten outdoors, often in a park.

Picnic Area – A place where people can eat outdoors.

Pieces – Small objects moved during a game.

Pillow – A cushion for resting your head.

Pillow fort – A structure made using pillows and blankets.

Pizza – A flat round dish with cheese and toppings.

Plant – A living thing that grows in soil.

Plate – A round, flat dish used to hold food.

Playground – A place where children play outdoors.

Politeness – Showing good manners.

Porch – A covered area at the front or back of a house.

Positivity – A feeling of hope and happiness.

Powerful – Very strong or effective.

Practice – To do something repeatedly to improve.

Prettiest – The most beautiful.

Produce – Fresh fruits and vegetables.

Protect – To keep something safe.

Proud – Feeling happy about something you did well.

Puddle – A small pool of water on the ground.

Purr – The soft sound a cat makes when happy.

Puzzle – A game made of many pieces that fit together to make a picture.

Quiet – A time with little or no noise.

Race – A contest to see who or what is fastest.

Rain – Water that falls from the sky.

Rainbow – A curved band of colors in the sky.

Recess – A short break for playing during school.

Recover – To rest and get better after working hard.

Refreshing – Making you feel fresh and full of energy.

Relatives – Family members.

Relax – To rest and feel calm.

Relaxed – Feeling calm and not stressed.

Relaxing – Making you feel calm and at ease.

Reptile – A cold-blooded animal like a snake or lizard.

Respect – Admiration or honor shown to someone.

Restaurant – A place where meals are prepared and served.

Rested – Feeling refreshed after sleep or relaxation.

Ribbon – A strip of fabric used for decoration.

Roar – The loud sound made by a lion.

Routine – A regular way of doing things.

Rug – A small carpet that covers part of the floor.

Rules – Instructions for how to play a game.

Running – Moving quickly on foot.

Sale – A discount or lower price on items.

Sandbox – A box filled with sand for playing.

Sandcastle – A small building made of sand.

Sandwich – Two slices of bread with food inside.

Satisfied – Feeling happy because a need or want is met.

Sauce – A liquid mixture used to add flavor to food.

Savory – A strong, salty, or rich flavor.

Scissors – A tool for cutting.

Scoop – A rounded amount of something soft, like ice cream.

Seashell – A hard shell from the ocean.

Secrets – Private or personal information shared with someone you trust.

Seed – A small object planted to grow into a plant.

Shade – A cool area created by blocking sunlight.

Shaking hands – Holding someone’s hand to greet them.

Share – To let someone else use or have something.

Sharp – Quick and clear in thinking.

Shelves – Flat surfaces used to store books.

Shore – The land along the edge of the sea.

Sibling – A brother or sister.

Sizes – Measurements of clothing that indicate how big or small they are.

Sketch – A light drawing made with a pencil.

Skill – Something you learn and improve over time.

Sleepover – A night spent at a friend’s house.

Slice – A thin, flat piece of food.

Slide – A sloping surface for sliding down.

Smarter – Having more knowledge or intelligence.

Smile – To lift the corners of your mouth to show happiness.

Snacks – Small amounts of food eaten between meals.

Sneakers – Comfortable shoes used for walking or sports.

Soccer – A game where players kick a ball to score goals.

Soil – The ground where plants grow.

Spaghetti – Long, thin pasta.

Special – Unique or important.

Spelling – Writing or saying the letters of a word.

Sports – Activities like soccer, basketball, or running.

Squirrels – Small animals that climb trees and have bushy tails.

Stamp – A small sticker used to mail letters or cards.

Stores – Places where items are sold.

Stories – Narratives of events, real or imaginary.

Story – A tale about events, real or imaginary.

Stretch – To extend your body or muscles.

Stripes – Long, narrow bands of color.

Stronger – Having more strength or power.

Suit – A formal outfit, usually consisting of a jacket and trousers.

Sunlight – Light from the sun.

Sunny – Bright with sunlight.

Sunrise – The time when the sun comes up in the morning.

Sunset – The time when the sun goes down in the evening.

Supplies – Materials needed to do something.

Support – To help or stand by someone.

Sushi – A Japanese dish made with rice, fish, and seaweed.

Sway – To move gently from side to side.

Sweep – To clean the floor using a broom.

Swing – To move back and forth.

Swings – Seats hung by ropes or chains for swinging back and forth.

Table – A flat surface where meals are served.

Tackle – To stop another player from running with the ball.

Tag – A game where one person chases and tries to touch others.

Tail – The part of an animal’s body that sticks out at the back.

Teacher – A person who helps students learn.

Teammates – People on your team.

Teamwork – Working together with others to achieve a goal.

Teddy Bear – A soft toy shaped like a bear.

Tender – Soft and easy to chew.

Tent – A shelter made of cloth.

Thankful – Feeling gratitude or appreciation.

Think – To use your mind to solve, plan, or decide.

Thirsty – Feeling a need to drink water.

Thoughtful – Showing care or kindness for others.

Tidy – Neat and organized.

Tingle – A slight stinging or prickling feeling.

Toast – Bread that is browned by heat.

Toast – To brown bread by heating it.

Toy – An object for children to play with.

Trails – Paths for walking or biking.

Travel – To go to different places.

Treasure – To value something greatly.

Trick – A special skill an animal is taught.

Trunks – The long, flexible nose of an elephant.

Try on – To wear something briefly to see if it fits.

Umbrella – A large, portable shade.

Uniform – Clothes worn for school or work.

Unique – One of a kind or special.

Upbeat – Cheerful and lively.

Valley – A low area between mountains.

View – What you see from a place.

Waves – The movement of water in the ocean.

Weeds – Unwanted plants that grow in a garden.

Weekend – Saturday and Sunday, the days for rest or fun.

Welcome – Making someone feel accepted.

Wet – Covered with water or moisture.

Whispered – Spoke in a very quiet voice.

Window – An opening in the wall of a building to let light and air in.

Wink – To close one eye quickly as a playful gesture.

Winning – Being the best or first in a game.

Wondering – Thinking or questioning about something.

Wrap – To cover something with paper or fabric.

Yogurt – A creamy food made from milk.

Zoo – A place where animals are kept for people to see.