| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| chalk |
a type of soft, white stone. Chalk is made into long thin shapes used for writing or drawing. |
| coach |
a person who trains and teaches people in sports. |
| drag |
to pull along with effort. |
| gong |
a large piece of metal shaped like a plate that makes a loud ringing sound when struck with a stick or hammer. |
| hallway |
a narrow passage in a house or building; corridor. |
| hut |
a small house or shelter. A hut is sometimes made of dry grass or mud. |
| layer |
a covering of something that lies over a surface. |
| outside |
the outer side or surface. |
| ramp |
a flat surface that connects two different levels. |
| siren |
a warning device that makes a loud, piercing noise. |
| slap |
to hit with an open hand. |
| smile |
to have an expression on the face in which the corners of the mouth turn up. |
| towel |
a piece of soft cloth or paper used to dry the face, body, dishes, or other things. |
| wage |
(often plural) money paid at regular times to a person for doing work. |