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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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Intermediate

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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

Lei

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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Beginner

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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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Intermediate

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Public concern about tap water increases demand for home filters

2026年4月8日

tap water

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contaminant /kuhn-TAM-uh-nuhnt/ [noun] – a harmful substance that makes something dirty or unsafe The scientist studied a contaminant in the soil near the factory. microbe /MAHY-krohb/ [noun] – a very small living organism that can only be seen with a microscope The hospital uses special cleaners to remove microbes from medical equipment. disinfectant /dis-in-FEK-tuhnt/ [noun] – a chemical used to kill harmful bacteria or germs The school janitor used disinfectant to clean the desks after class. catalyze /KAT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to cause or make something happen more quickly The discovery catalyzes further research in renewable energy….
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Public concern about tap water increases demand for home filters

2026年4月8日

tap water

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 drink tap water at home? Do you prefer cold water or room-temperature water? 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。 reach /reech/ [verb] – to arrive at or get to a place The water will reach homes after passing through the treatment plant. pollutant /puh-LOOT-nt/ [noun] – a harmful substance that makes air, water, or land dirty or unsafe The factory released a pollutant into the river near the town. faucet /FAW-sit/ [noun] – a device that controls the flow of water from a pipe The hotel installed…
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Beginner

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Public concern about tap water increases demand for home filters

2026年4月8日

tap water

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of water do you usually drink at home? How do people in your home make drinking water safe? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chlorine /KLAWR-een/ [noun] – a chemical used to kill harmful bacteria in water The swimming pool uses chlorine to keep the water clean. pipe /pahyp/ [noun] – a long tube that carries water or gas from one place to another The worker repaired a pipe under the street to stop the leak. microplastic /MAHY-kroh-plas-tik/ [noun] – a very small piece of plastic that can be…
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Intermediate

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