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Bats are mammals, like pigs, pandas, and people. Most bats are nocternal. They sleep during the day, hanging upside down. They are very busy at night.
awake all night
I asked my mom if we were going the lake this weekend. It is supposed to rain, so mom said "I don't know. Those plans are still up in the air".
not final
bat
baseball bat, animal
Every year when Spring arrives, many people are elated. They are happy that the snow has melted and the weather is getting warmer.
Happy
Bobby's teacher asked the class who knew what the word "eerie" meant. Bobby raised his hand and told his teacher the definition. His teacher said, "Yes, Bobby. You are right on point."
correct
file
Who founded the company Apple? (also known as the inventor of the iPhone)
Steve Jobs
There are 8 planets in the solar system. All 8 planets rotate around the sun.
go around
Marsha was getting ready for the wedding. Her husband asked if she was ready to go. Marsha said, "Almost. I'm still putting my face on."
applying makeup
bright
smart, illuminated
How many oceans are there on Earth?
Extra 100 points if you can name them.
4
Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, Indian
Many people like to rock climb. Some climb mountains in nature and some climb rock walls. A rock wall is a large wall with pedestals for your feet. You ascend the wall but using ropes to get to the top.
go up
fall
a season, fall down
How long is a fortnight?
14 days or 2 weeks
Hummingbirds are tiny, lightweight birds. Their wings move so fast that they hover in the air, staying in the same spot.
float, linger
Andy was supposed to clean the house before the party on Saturday. Cleaning was his least favorite thing to do, so he decided to clean only half of his room. When his mom came into the room, she said, "Andy, you didn't clean your room like I told you to. Stop cutting corners and do it right."
taking the easy way out, doing something halfway
star
famous person, star in the sky
Who named their son X Æ A-12?
Elon Musk