Aero & Officer Mike

Harcourt Story TownGrassy Lake Elementary

SchoolThird Grade

babble

speaking so that you cannot be understood.

Everyone thought the baby was cute when she babbled her first word.

When is a time you might babble?

a. when your really tired.

b. when your wide awake.

suspiciousbelieving that you cannot trust someone or something.

The clue made the detective suspicious.

What would make you suspicious?

a. a mysterious package on your desk.

b. a letter addressed to you from a friend.

scent

the smell of something.

I love the scent of freshly blooming roses in the spring.

Share something that you love the scent of.

wanders

when a person travels without planning where he or she is going.

The gypsy wanders from town to town without worry.

Who else wanders without care?

a. A doctor

b. An explorer

whinedsomeone or something that gives a long, high cry.

The dog whined as he was given his bath.

What is another example of whined?

a. A toy rattling

b. A baby crying

obey

when you do what you are told to do.

You must obey the laws or pay the consequences.

What else do you need to obey?

a. your parents

b. your dog

demonstrate

showing how something works or howsomething is done.

Karen demonstrated how to use watercolorpaints to the class.

How would you demonstrate making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for the class?

patrol

people watching over an area so theycan guard it.

The safety patrol makes sure that you get to class safely.

Who else patrols to make sure you are safe?

a. the police

b. an ambulance

accompany

going somewhere with someone.

Please accompany me to Chick-Fil-A for dinner.

Which is an example of accompany?

a. Going to the movies with your parents.

b. Playing outside alone.

competent

being good at what you are doing.

After much practice John became very competentin basketball.

What else do you need to practice tobecome competent?A. readingB. eating

Aero & Officer Mike

Harcourt Story TownGrassy Lake Elementary

SchoolThird Grade