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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7日

Elephant

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. redefine /ree-di-FINE/ [verb] – to change the meaning or purpose of something The company redefined its goals to focus more on sustainability. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – very important and necessary It is imperative to provide clean water after a natural disaster to prevent disease. geriatric /jer-ee-A-trik/ [adjective] – relating to the health care of elderly people The hospital opened a new geriatric unit for elderly patients. molar /MOH-ler/ [noun] – the large teeth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food Horses rely heavily on their molars to chew tough plants. dignified /DIG-nuh-fahyd/ [adjective]…
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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7日

Elephant

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think older animals need to stay healthy and happy? If you could design a home for an old elephant, what would it look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] – a period of ten years Many new buildings were added to the city over the past decades. simply /SIM-plee/ [adverb] – in a plain or easy way; only or just The museum was built to simply display art, but now it also offers art classes. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection and careful management…
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Zoos focus on geriatric care for aging animals

2025年5月7日

Elephant

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。 Have you ever seen an old animal? Do you think animals should have special care when they get old? 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。 special /SPESH-uhl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual; better or more important in a particular way The teacher gave special attention to students who needed extra help. elderly /EL-der-lee/ [adjective] – people or animals who are old The hospital has a ward for elderly patients. close /klohz/ [adjective] – having a strong emotional bond or friendly relationship The two brothers have always been…
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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think a dog feels when it moves to a new place? What would you bring if you had to search for a lost pet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. county /KOUN-tee/ [noun] – a part of a country or state that has its own local government Many people lost power during the snowstorm in the mountain county. theme /theem/ [noun] – the main subject of a talk, book, film, etc. The film shows strong themes of courage and family. hibernation /hahy-ber-NEY-shuhn/ [noun]…
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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) 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 think animals get scared in new places? Do you think dogs can survive in the wild alone? 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。 touch /tuhch/ [verb] – to affect someone emotionally; to make someone feel sympathy, love, or sadness The story of the lost kitten touched many students at the school. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – an effort to do something, especially something difficult Despite many attempts, the students could not solve the hard math problem. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – improvement or movement…
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Stray dog escapes in Alaska weeks after rescue from California wildfires

2025年4月17日

Jackie

©(Skylar Young-Bayer via Associated Press) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, often used in the context of animals or terminal illness The shelter had limited space, and several older animals were at risk of euthanasia if not adopted soon. forested /FAW-ruh-stuhd/ [adjective] – covered with trees or woods They built a cabin in a quiet, forested valley to escape the noise of city life. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – deeply touching or emotionally moving The movie offered a poignant glimpse into the life of a war survivor….
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Search dogs bring comfort amid Bangkok building collapse tragedy

2025年4月16日

Rescue

©(AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) 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 think pets can understand people’s feelings? Have you ever seen a rescue dog in real life or on TV? 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。 temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a limited period of time The school set up a temporary classroom in the gym while the main building was being repaired. rescue /RES-kyoo/ [noun] – the act of saving someone from danger or a difficult situation The rescue of the trapped hikers took more than ten hours. emergency /ih-MUR-juhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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