Vocabulary
the means of communication, as radio and television, newspapers, magazines, and the internet, that reach or influence people widely
media
uncomfortable or embarrassed
awkward
The creator of the word "frindle"
Nick
run
verb
At the restaurant we were offered a variety of beverages, like milk and ice tea
drinks
a noisy commotion; fracas; rumpus
ruckus
a horrible event
The fifth-grade language arts teacher. She has a reputation for being strict and loving her dictionary
Mrs. Granger
Lincoln Elementary School
The frigid water made Elizabeth’s teeth chatter
cold
not allowed; prohibited
forbidden
something that leads up to the main part
preliminary
A reporter at the local newspaper who writes an article about Nick. She receives the fifth grade class picture
Judy Fisk
controversial
adjective
Pedestrians should look both ways before crossing the street
Walkers
descriptive of a matter that causes public debate
controversial
someone on the news who is in front of the camera
a local businessman who makes frindle merchandise
Bud Lawrence
frindle
common noun
The movie star’s large and beautiful home was palatial
like a palace
someone who is responsible for an idea
mastermind
giving time, money, or energy now in order to receive something later
investment
the principal of Lincoln Elementary School
Mrs. Chatham
am
verb
Typewriters became obsolete with the development of personal computers.
outdated