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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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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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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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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel

2026年4月7日

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©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of stories usually happen in space movies? Why do many people enjoy films about space exploration? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important task given to a person or group The team prepared carefully for the mission. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – a person who studies or works in science The scientist studied the stars. spectacular /spek-TAK-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – very exciting to look at or watch The fireworks show was spectacular. partner /PAHRT-ner/ [noun] – a person who works…
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel

2026年4月7日

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©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. epic /EP-ik/ [noun] – a long story or event that is very large, important, or impressive The film became a space epic that attracted global audiences. dormant /DAWR-muhnt/ [adjective] – not active or growing now but able to become active later The volcano remained dormant for many years. reluctant /rih-LUHK-tuhnt/ [adjective] – not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it The student felt reluctant to speak in front of the class. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or…
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel

2026年4月7日

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©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP 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 space movies? Do astronauts travel far from Earth? 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。 movie /MOO-vee/ [noun] – a story shown in a theater or on television The family watched a movie together. space /speys/ [noun] – the area outside Earth where the planets and stars are Astronauts travel in space. teacher /TEE-cher/ [noun] – a person whose job is to teach students The teacher explained the science lesson. friend /frend/ [noun] – a person that someone likes and trusts…
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