This type of tree shares its name with a great smelling wood often used in closets and chests.
cedar
As a noun, it’s extra money someone earns for selling something; as a verb, it means to ask someone to make or do something.
commission
This is a leader who has all the power and doesn’t let others vote or choose.
dictator
There were so many sandwiches in Grandma’s basket, we said it was THIS word that means "a whole lot!"
abundant
This past-tense verb means "carried something to a place"; it's what you did when you delivered cupcakes to the party.
brought
This adjective means sure or confident
certain
As a noun, it’s something you might receive for good behavior; as a verb, it means to give someone that something.
reward
The bald eagle is one of these for the United States—it stands for something important.
symbol
Yikes! We found this funny food in the basket—it’s made from pig parts and sounds like something you might find in the South.
chitlins
This word can describe sandpaper, a stormy sea, or a tough neighborhood.
rough
Not a "C" word, but it has two wheels, pedals, and often a bell—just don’t forget your helmet!
bicycle
As a noun, it’s something you recite in school facing a flag; as a verb, it means to promise or commit.
pledge
Going to school helps you get this—it’s how you learn reading, math, and more.
education
Grandma did a happy little dance when she opened the basket—she’s still THIS word that means quick and full of energy!
spry
Something you do on a scale that helps determine the cost of your bananas.
weigh
In music, this is certain notes played together that sound good.
chord
As a noun, it's a clever plan— as a verb, it means to plan something, sometimes in secret.
scheme
This word means fighting between groups or countries, like in battles.
warfare
After our silly picnic, Grandma said we were going on this kind of trip where you relax and have fun.
vacation
The past tense of “seek,” it’s what Indiana Jones did when he looked for the Holy Grail.
sought
This hanging piece of fabric might block light or act as a stage cover.
curtain
As a noun, it’s a buying in bulk and getting a better pricing; as a verb, it means to sell or distribute in large quantities.
wholesale
This word means to make a law official, like when Congress passes a new rule.
enact
Rolling around in the basket was this sweet green fruit. There were even two of them!
pear
This noun can refer to mass measured in pounds or kilograms.
weight