A small amount (usually a coin) of money, kept for good luck.

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• small
  • Phrases
    • Delicate -- very small and breakable
    • -a small creature that has six legs and three body parts
    • Large vs Small
    • small part of the problem
    • a small or moderate or token amount
    • design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass
    • Tiny -- small
    • Miniature – something very small
    • I bit off a small bite of the cookie
    • coal, small toys, fruit
    • small – smaller - smallest
    • small kettle
    • Pack a small amount
  • Sentences
    • What is an animal that flies, is small, and chirps?
    • Put a small, red bow on top of the green present.
    • -sizes (big, small, short, tall, fat, thin, etc.)
    • Cut food into small pieces.
    • What animal is small, hops, and eats carrots?
    • Praise your child for any effort they make to feed themselves, no matter how small.
    • What is a small cart with a wheel at the front used to carry loads of materials?
    • First put the small box of apples next to the barn, then put the turkey with colorful feathers on top of the barn, and last put the scarecrow next to the apples.
    • Are the lily of the valley flowers big or small?
    • 1st grade: Colors (pink, purple, blue, etc.), textures (bumpy, soft, smooth, etc.), shapes (round, square, circle, etc.), weather (sunny, rainy, cloudy, etc.), numbers (one, two, many, few, etc.), emotions (happy, sad, mad, etc.), sizes (big, small, tall, short, etc.).
    • The American said, "Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos." 
    • Put the small box of apples to the right of the barn.
    • Put the small start on the top of the tree.
    • Is the lily flower big or small?
    • The Stegosaurus had small plates on its back.
    • Pour a small amount of the juice into your mouth.
    • Stack small or large blocks.
    • First put the turkey with the hat on top of the large box of apples then put the turkey without a hat on top of the small box of apples.
  • Paragraphs
    • Jigsaw Reading: Learners work in small groups to read different sections of a text. They then share their information with the group to develop a complete understanding of the text.
    • She told her famous scary story of spotting a monster in those very woods. It was a cool day just like that day when she heard a rustling noise that was louder than the faint breeze that was blowing through the trees. She wondered what was out in the woods when she decided to go investigate the situation. She began to walk away from her tent when she saw something move in the distance and heard the snap of a fallen tree branch. She continued to see what broke the branch. As she was walking alone in the dark with the moon shining above, she saw something large with hair running past her. While she was walking her foot stepped into what seemed like a small depression in the earth when she suddenly saw the shadow of the large creature in the distance. She quickly realized that she had stepped in the large foot-like tracks from the monster.
    • It is round, can be big or small, can be rolled or thrown, and is used in sports. What is it?
    • It is small and is used to take pictures. What is it?
    • An American businessperson was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisher docked. Inside the small boat were several large yellowfin tunas. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Mexican replied, that it only took a little while. The American then asked why he did not stay out longer and catch more fish. The Mexican said he had enough to support his family's immediate needs. 
    • Step 1. Draw 1 large circle with a small circle halfway inside of it
    • You wish to know all about my grandfather. Well, he is nearly ninety- three years old. He dresses himself in an ancient black frock coat usually minus several buttons yet he still thinks as swiftly as ever. A long flowing beard clings to his chin giving those who observe him a pronounced feeling of the utmost respect. When he speaks his voice is just a bit cracked and quivers a trifle. Twice each day he plays skillfully and with zest upon our small organ. Except in the winter when the ooze or snow or ice prevents, he slowly takes a short walk in the open air each day. We have often urged him to walk more and smoke less but he always answers “banana oil.” Grandfather likes to be modern in his language.
    • The American scoffed. "I am a Wharton MBA and could help you. You should spend more time fishing and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat. With the proceeds from the bigger boat, you could buy several boats. Eventually, you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman, you would sell directly to the processor, eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing, and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then LA, and eventually NYC where you will run your expanding enterprise." 
    • Step 2. Draw 2 small circles inside of the small circle for eyes. Draw one medium circle with two lines for the nose
    • It has small pieces that fit together to show a picture. What is it?
• amount
  • Phrases
    • To eat a little amount
    • a small or moderate or token amount
    • Pack a small amount
    • become less in amount or intensity
  • Sentences
    • Pour a small amount of the juice into your mouth.
  • Paragraphs
    • Winter Solstice is when half of Earth is tilted the farthest away from the sun. It usually occurs on December 21 or 22. Winter solstice is known as the shortest day of the year due to the least amount of sunlight. On the winter solstice, if you stand outside at noon and look at your shadow, it will be the longest shadow you cast the entire year.
• usually
  • Phrases
    • known widely and usually unfavorably
    • fill or cover completely, usually with water
    • any of several evergreen plants of the genus Yucca having usually tall stout stems and a terminal cluster of white flowers; warmer regions of North America
    • A baseball team usually consists of the following players:
    • -a brightly coloured insect that usually has thin wings
    • set timed goal for meal to be finished (usually 30 minutes)
  • Sentences
    • Do you usually eat ____ for breakfast?
    • Who usually cooks for your family?
    • What does your family usually eat together?
  • Paragraphs
    • It is the season after fall, starts in December and ends in March, and it usually snows in this season. What is it?
    • The table is always set beautifully for the holidays. There is usually a centerpiece with beautiful flowers. The flowers are chrysanthemums. There is also cornucopia, which is a symbol of abundance and nourishment.
    • You wish to know all about my grandfather. Well, he is nearly ninety- three years old. He dresses himself in an ancient black frock coat usually minus several buttons yet he still thinks as swiftly as ever. A long flowing beard clings to his chin giving those who observe him a pronounced feeling of the utmost respect. When he speaks his voice is just a bit cracked and quivers a trifle. Twice each day he plays skillfully and with zest upon our small organ. Except in the winter when the ooze or snow or ice prevents, he slowly takes a short walk in the open air each day. We have often urged him to walk more and smoke less but he always answers “banana oil.” Grandfather likes to be modern in his language.
    • Winter Solstice is when half of Earth is tilted the farthest away from the sun. It usually occurs on December 21 or 22. Winter solstice is known as the shortest day of the year due to the least amount of sunlight. On the winter solstice, if you stand outside at noon and look at your shadow, it will be the longest shadow you cast the entire year.
    • These items are usually rectangle, colorful, and can be used to build towers/bridges. What is it?
    • It is something you drink, made from chocolate and milk, and it usually has marshmallows on top. What is it?
• coin
  • Sentences
    • Put the coin in the slot - The music starts playing - When the music starts playing you dance.
• money
  • Phrases
    • Time is money
    • money extracted as a penalty
  • Sentences
    • What would you do if you didn't have enough money to buy your mom/day the $100 gift they wanted?
    • He’s got a lot of money, but he’s like a bird in a cage.
    • The actors saved the local theatre money by making costumes themselves.
    • The vehicle itself costed a lot of money, not to mention the repairs.
  • Paragraphs
    • Originally, the expression was “like a bird in a guilded cage.” It often means someone has a lot of something that you would think is a good thing (like money or fame), but with it comes a loss of freedom.
• kept
  • Phrases
    • make known to the public information previously kept secret
  • Sentences
    • The red mittens kept my hands warm.
    • Because it was for my surprise party, she kept me out in the cold.
    • Rumor got round that the bear kept a list of all the animals he plans to kill.
    • Even though the student failed the exam, he never gave up and kept studying to do better.
  • Paragraphs
    • We played in the snow all day and even made a snowman. The snowman’s nose was NOT a carrot, it was a piece of coal! The heater was broken so it was cold at the house! We couldn’t use the fire because we needed a chimney sweep. Thankfully, the red mittens kept my hands warm. I also had a blue toboggan. Do you think of a toboggan as a hat or a sled?
• good
  • Phrases
    • praise good, positive behaviors
    • Benevolent – being or doing good
    • Something good happened
    • Behave -- be good, follow rules
    • Benefit – good things or outcomes
    • good – better - best
  • Sentences
    • Not only do third graders need to focus during class, but they also need to practice good behavior at all times.
    • Mike put bubbles in the bath so that it would smell good.
    • Brittany loves to support her friends in good times and bad.
    • Keep up the good work!
    • Although he was very tired from studying, he still managed to get a good night's sleep.
    • Watermelon is a good source of vitamins A and C.
    • Keeping good personal hygiene is important to the care and keeping of you.
    • A good friend is someone who is always there for you, no matter what.
    • They are not good at soccer.
    • The dentist says to brush your teeth two to three times per day for good oral health.
    • You are a good friend.
    • Classmates make good friends.
  • Paragraphs
    • The next year, the Wampanoag, a Native American tribe, taught the colonists how to grow crops. The Native Americans taught the pilgrims or colonists what food grows well in the area including potatoes, corn, tomatoes, cacao, peppers, papaya, pumpkin, and avocados. Once the crops were ready to be harvested in the fall, they had a feast for 3 days to celebrate the good harvest. This is considered to be the first Thanksgiving.
    • Athletic shoes: Proper shoes are essential for hiking safety. Make sure your child has a sturdy pair of athletic shoes that provide good ankle support.
    • I woke up to another day. The sun was shining and the birds were singing. I got out of bed and started my day. I decided to go for a walk. The fresh air felt good. I saw a squirrel and I started to chase it. I ran so fast that I got a stitch in my side. I quickly stopped and caught my breath. As I was catching my breath, I saw my friend Sally on the swings at the nearby playground. She had her dog with her. As I approached her, she also saw the squirrel run up in the tree, and her dog began to bark. We was so close, but couldn't catch it. I laughed with Sally and we went home to grab snacks and lemonade to talk about our adventure.
    • Sarah is a good copycat. She was able to follow the dance steps I was doing on the playground.
• luck