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NASA satellite reenters Earth’s atmosphere after solar activity accelerates orbital decay over Pacific Ocean

2026年4月11日

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©JHU/APL, NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plunge /PLUHNJ/ [verb] – to fall suddenly and quickly from a high position The aircraft plunged into the ocean during a storm. orbit /OR-bit/ [noun] – the curved path that a spacecraft follows around a planet The satellite stayed in orbit for several years. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to Earth’s atmosphere from space The capsule made a safe reentry after the mission. radiation /ray-dee-AY-shuhn/ [noun] – energy in the form of waves that can be harmful to living things Scientists study radiation to understand space conditions. eccentric /ik-SEN-trik/…
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Front-yard vegetable gardens gain popularity

2026年4月10日

front-yard garden

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you like vegetables? Do you have plants at home? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 yard /yahrd/ [noun] – an outdoor area of land next to or around a house The family planted flowers in the yard to make the house look nicer. common /KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – happening often or found in many places Electric bicycles are becoming common in many cities. interest /IN-ter-ist/ [noun] – a feeling of wanting to know more about something or take part in it Many students show interest in learning foreign languages….
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Front-yard vegetable gardens gain popularity

2026年4月10日

front-yard garden

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does a typical front yard look like in your area? Why do you think some people enjoy growing their own vegetables at home? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. suburb /SUHB-urb/ [noun] – an area where people live that is outside a city but close to it Many families choose to live in a suburb because it is quieter than the city center. fertilizer /FUR-tl-ahy-zer/ [noun] – a substance added to soil to help plants grow better The farmer added fertilizer to the field before planting corn. household /HOUS-hohld/ [noun]…
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Front-yard vegetable gardens gain popularity

2026年4月10日

front-yard garden

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lawn /lawn/ [noun] – an area of short grass that people grow in a yard or garden The hotel has a large lawn where guests can relax and enjoy the view. turfgrass /TURF-gras/ [noun] – a type of grass that people grow to cover the ground in lawns, parks, or sports fields The stadium uses special turfgrass so athletes can play safely. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – safe and suitable for people to eat The guide showed visitors which forest plants are edible. leafy /LEE-fee/ [adjective] – having many leaves The park is full of leafy trees…
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Lawmakers study ways to support locally grown flowers for Hawaiian lei

2026年4月9日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do people give flowers during celebrations in your country? Have you ever received flowers as a gift? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 lawmaker /LAW-mey-ker/ [noun] – a person who makes or changes laws in a government Lawmakers discussed new rules to improve road safety in the city. imported /im-POR-tid/ [adjective] – brought into a country from another country The supermarket sells imported fruit from several countries. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a plan or suggestion for people to consider or discuss The city council reviewed a proposal to build…
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Lawmakers study ways to support locally grown flowers for Hawaiian lei

2026年4月9日

Lei

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of growing and taking care of plants or crops The school started a small garden to teach students about vegetable cultivation. aloha /uh-LOH-huh/ [noun] – a feeling of kindness, love, and welcome in Hawaiian culture Visitors often notice the spirit of aloha in the warm greetings of local residents. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as part of something larger Teamwork is an integral part of completing large construction projects. tuberose /TOO-buh-rohz/ [noun] – a type of fragrant white flower often used in perfumes or decorations The hotel lobby…
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Lawmakers study ways to support locally grown flowers for Hawaiian lei

2026年4月9日

Lei

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of flowers are popular for celebrations in your country? Why do people give flowers during special events or ceremonies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. identity /ahy-DEN-ti-tee/ [noun] – the qualities and traditions that make a person, group, or place different from others Traditional music is an important part of national identity in many countries. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more effective The city plans to strengthen safety rules for public transportation. ceremonial /ser-uh-MOH-nee-uhl/ [adjective] – related to a formal event or traditional ceremony The…
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