1-1 Board games
Board games are an activity to do with family and friends at home. P
Board games are games that are made on boards and are a lot of fun. P
One board game is called Monopoly. P
In this game people move a piece around the board and buy and sell houses. P
The person with the most houses and money wins. P
This is a game that a lot of people can play at once. P
Playing board games at home is a way to spend time with your family. P
It is important to spend time with your family. P
Another board game people play is Scrabble. P
In this game people make words with tiles that have letters on them. P
This is a good game to practice spelling words. P
Playing board games with people challenges your mind and keeps you sharp. P
1-2 Knitting
Knitting is an activity to do at home. P
Knitting is a method by which thread or yarn may be turned into cloth or other fine crafts. P
When people knit they take yarn and needles and make clothes, blankets and other items. P
Yarn is soft string that people can wear. P
The needles people use are very long. P
Yarn comes in all kinds of colors. P
People often knit blankets for ladies that are having babies. P
Knitted blankets are soft for babies to use. P
Many ladies knit. P
Teaching people to knit is passed down from mother to daughter. P
Knitting is a fun activity that is a creative thing to do. P
1-3 Puzzles
Puzzles are an activity that people can do at home. P
Puzzles can be completed alone or with another person. P
In a basic puzzle, a person needs to put together pieces in a logical way in order to come up with a solution. P
A puzzle is also a picture that has been cut into many small pieces. P
People put the pieces together to see the picture. P
Puzzles can have a lot of pieces or not very many pieces. P
Some puzzles are one hundred pieces and others are five hundred pieces. P
Puzzles with a lot of pieces may take a long time to do. P
Puzzles are a great way to have fun at home on a rainy day. P
Sometimes people do puzzles with each other to have fun together. P
1-4 Television
The history of television records the work of numerous engineers and inventors in several countries over many decades. P
Watching television can be a fun or relaxing activity. P
There are many things to watch on television. P
When you watch television, you watch a channel which broadcasts shows. P
Some channels have the news and some have movies. P
Some channels have television shows. P
Parents control what channels and shows their children watch. P
It is important to only watch the shows that parents say are acceptable to watch. P
Television is something that should be watched a little bit at a time. P
It is important to play outside and have fun with family, too. P
1-5 Astronauts
An astronaut is a person trained by a human spaceflight program to command, pilot, or serve as a crew member of a spacecraft. P
Astronauts are brave and require lots of training. P
They go through many years of training where they learn everything they need to know to be a part of a flight crew. P
Many astronauts began their training as airplane pilots. P
Astronauts go through many physical, emotional and mental tests in training. P
There is no gravity in space so they practice by spending time in a gravity-free training area. P
Some astronauts are scientists. P
They go up into space to do research. P
Astronauts took the first steps on the moon back in the 1960's. P
Astronauts have helped us to learn so much about our planet and the universe. P
1-6 Automobile/Car Mechanic
An auto mechanic is a mechanic that works in auto repair shops. P
They have the skill to repair either in a specific area or in a specific make of car. P
They are very good at fixing cars. P
Basic vehicle maintenance is a fundamental part of a mechanic's work. P
They put cars up on a lift and check under the car. P
They also slide under the car and check things out underneath the car. P
They use computers to find out what is wrong with cars. P
Car engines have many parts and wires, which can confuse people. P
A good mechanic is very good at figuring out what is wrong with a car and fixing the problem easily. P
They may get dirty while working on engines. P
A mechanic's work clothes usually consists of overalls and gloves. P
People are happy to find a good mechanic to work on their cars. P
1-7 Chefs and dinner cooks
A chef is a person who cooks professionally for other people. P
Over time people have come to describe any person who cooks for a living as a chef. P
But traditionally, it refers to a highly skilled professional who is proficient in food preparation. P
Chefs create new recipes and improve on old recipes. P
They are proud of the food they create. P
They have learned to combine ingredients to make delicious food. P
They work in kitchens that are like the kitchens we have in our homes but they are much bigger. P
Dinner cooks follow directions from the chef and measure ingredients carefully. P
There are usually several cooks in a kitchen. P
Chefs supervise their work. P
They have to work fast to serve many customers. P
Customers like a good chef. P
1-8 Firefighter
A firefighter works to put out fires, save live and save houses and buildings. P
Firefighters put out fires, which is not as simple as it may sound. P
Fighting fires is dangerous and complex, and it takes organization and teamwork. P
Firefighters also save people who are trapped in burning buildings. P
Firefighters must work in dangerous places. P
Sometimes they must break windows to save people from the flames. P
It can take hours or days to put out flames. P
Firefighters are brave because they have a very dangerous job. P
They risk their lives everyday. P
When they are not saving lives they help the community. P
Firefighters spend nights at the firehouse when they are on duty and they share meals together. P
Firefighters train hard by working out and learning how to put out fires. P
1-9 Lawyer
A lawyer is a person who is practicing law. P
Lawyers work in many different areas of law. P
The law affects nearly every part of our society, from buying a home to crossing the street. P
Some lawyers argue cases in front of a judge. P
Other lawyers represent the government or criminals. P
They use law books to build cases. P
Lawyers spend a lot of time helping their clients and they often leave work very late. P
Lawyers do not work in the courtroom every day. P
They spend quite a bit of time in the office. P
They write agreements called contracts. P
Contracts are a written agreement. P
Contracts help everybody know what they agreed on and they help the judge understand what the people agreed to. P
1-10 Nurse
Nurses treat patients and educate patients about various medical conditions. P
They also provide advice and emotional support to patients' family members. P
Nurses care for sick people in clinics or hospitals. P
They do many things to help sick people. P
There are two typical educational paths to becoming a nurse. P
Nurses must obtain a degree and a diploma from an approved nursing program. P
Nurses help the doctor and take care of patients. P
They bathe and dress patients. P
They record their temperature, pulse, and breathing. P
Doctors give them orders to give medicine to patients. P
Nurses monitor the patient's blood pressure, pulse and temperature. P
It takes a team of medical professionals to provide care. P
A nurse is a part of the team. P
1-11 Politicians
A politician or political leader is an individual who is involved in influencing public policy and decision making. P
Jerry Brown is the governor of California and is a politician. P
He runs the State of California and listens to the people of this state. P
Jerry Brown worked hard in the court system before he became governor. P
He will work hard to bring new jobs and help the economy in California. P
He will try to save money for the state. P
He must be sure there is money for schools, libraries, highways, and the police. P
Every decision he makes is important. P
1-12 Travel Agent
Travel agents help people to plan trips. P
They can find good prices for airplane tickets. P
They find out about special events around the world. P
They give customers the information they need to know about their trip. P
They can help customers know about the money in the country they are traveling to. P
Travel agents work on computers to find good deals. P
They know about hotels, boats, amusement parks and special attractions. P
They share this information with people. P
Trips are easier to plan when a travel agent is used. P
They work at travel agencies. P
A travel agency is a retail business that sells travel related products and services to customers. P
They sell on behalf of suppliers such as airlines, car rentals agencies, cruise lines, hotels, railways, sightseeing tours and package holidays. P
1-13 Zoologist
Animals come in all different shapes and sizes. P
Some are different looking and others have body parts something like humans. P
Zoology is the study of animal life. P
Zoologists are scientists who study animals. P
They observe animals both in their natural habitats and in the laboratory in order to learn as much as possible about animal life. P
Many zoologists do research in Africa because that is where monkeys, giraffes, and zebras live. P
Giraffes still live wild on the plains there. P
Zoologists want to preserve the animal's homes so they don't die off. P
Zoologists are like scientists. P
They use a microscope and a computer. P
Then they write all the information in a report. P
Animals are more than pets. P
They are part of nature. P
1-14 Teacher
In education, a teacher is a person who provides schooling for students. P
In many countries, a person who wishes to become a teacher must first obtain professional qualifications or credentials from a university or college. P
Some teachers teach one subject. P
Other teachers teach many subjects. P
Teachers must pass many tests to show they will be a good teacher. P
Most teachers really like children and want to help them. P
Teachers are not paid as much money as other jobs. P
They usually teach because they love it. P
Teachers must be sure students can pass tests. P
If students do not do well on tests, the teacher is perceived to be a bad teacher. P
1-15 The Native Americans
The Native Americans were the first people to live in North America. P
When people came from Europe to North America, they forced the Native Americans out of their land. P
The Native Americans were forced to live in small areas. P
These people are also called Indians. P
There are many different types of Indians. P
They are split into groups called tribes. P
Each tribe has their own language and ways of doing things. P
In the northwest area of America, tribes gathered seeds, nuts, and berries to eat. P
Each family lived in a tent so they could easily move and hunt animals. P
In the Midwest area of America, Indians would hunt buffalo and ride horses. P
Their houses were called tepees. P
The Cheyenne Indians have a custom of burying their dead in the trees. P
They believe that everything in life is related and remains connected even after death. P
1-16 Hawaii
Hawaii is a group of islands located in the Pacific Ocean. P
It is a beautiful place with nice plants, trees and flowers. P
These beautiful islands are mostly made of the beaches and tropical forests. P
Hawaii is filled with many different types of people. P
There are people from Japan, America, Samoa, and many other places. P
Hawaiians work hard to protect their way of life. P
Hawaii was its own country until 1959. P
After 1959, it became a state in the United States of America. P
Hawaii makes most of its money from the people that visit the islands. P
Hawaii is known for its Luaus. P
A luau is a big party at the beach with Hawaiian dancers and lots of food. P
It's usually done for a baby's first birthday, or after a wedding ceremony, or to celebrate the death of someone. P
Many people surf in Hawaii. P
Volcanoes made the Hawaiian Islands. P
There are many volcanoes still erupting. P
This means the islands are still getting bigger. P
1-17 Italians
Italy is a part of Western Europe. P
If you look at Italy on a map you see that is shaped like a boot. P
It's one of the oldest countries in the world and has a lot of history. P
In Rome, the capital, there are many old buildings. P
The Coliseum is a historic building that's in Rome. P
Italians make good food. P
Italians created many of the most popular dishes that we like to eat today like pizza and pasta. P
Many Italians have come to the United States. P
In New York, there is a place called "Little Italy" because there are so many Italians. P
Italy is also known for their fast cars. P
Italian-Americans have been featured in many movies like "The Godfather" and "Rocky". P
1-18 French
France is a large country in Western Europe. P
It's one of the most famous tourist spots in the world. P
The biggest city in France is Paris, and people come to Paris to see the Eiffel Tower and visit the Louvre Museum. P
The French make bread that is crusty and delicious. P
They also make a wonderful French onion soup that has bread and melted cheese on it. P
They do cook wonderful food. P
They enjoy drinking coffee and eating good pastries. P
French fashion is beautiful and the countryside in France is lovely. P
The French people love good food and some of the best restaurants in the world are in France. P
1-19 Russians
Russia is the largest country in the world. P
Over the years, Russia has seen many wars. P
Because of all the wars, lots of the old buildings have been destroyed. P
Pollution is a big problem because of all the factories in the area. P
The country is very cold. P
Many of the foods are stews and soups to help the people keep warm. P
In Russia, they eat a lot of potatoes because that is one of the few vegetables that grow in the cold weather. P
Russians were the first people to launch a spaceship and Yuri Gagarin was the first man to be in space. P
Russia's national sport is hockey. P
They have one of the best teams and they have won many Olympic gold medals. P
1-20 China
China is the second largest country in the world. P
China has a very big population. P
Shanghai is the largest city with over nine million people. P
Each family in China is only allowed to have one child. P
This is because they do not want too many people in the country. P
This is because the government doesn't want the country to become overpopulated. P
The Chinese invented four great things for the world. P
They are paper, printing, the compass, and gunpowder. P
The Chinese people are very healthy and they drink a lot of tea. P
It's part of their daily routine. P
The country of China is very beautiful. P
The martial art called "kung fu" was created in China. P