| author |
a person who writes books, stories, plays, or other works. |
| 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. |
| clean |
not dirty. |
| dangerous |
likely to cause harm; not safe. |
| doorway |
the way of entrance into a room or building. |
| garden |
an area of land used for growing flowers or vegetables. |
| helpful |
doing useful things for a person or group; giving aid. |
| herd |
the common people; most people. The expression "He (or she) follows the herd" means that a person tends to do what everybody else does, like a cow in a herd, and does not think for himself or herself. |
| ink |
a colored liquid in pens. |
| often |
at frequent times. |
| paddle |
an oar with a wide, flat blade and long handle. A paddle is used with both arms for moving a small boat through the water. A paddle is not attached to the boat. |
| particular |
being the only one in mind or referred to out of many possibilities; specific; special. |
| reach |
to extend or stretch as far as. |
| sturdy |
strong or solid; hard to break. |
| usual |
most common; normal. |