A Kids’ Dictionary

Rabbit: A small animal with long ears that hops. Rabbit runs quickly across the grass.

Raccoon: A gray animal with a mask-like face and a ringed tail. Raccoon searches for food at night.

Radar: A system that finds objects using radio waves. Radar helps planes travel safely.

Radio: A device that plays music and news. Radio plays a cheerful song.

Raft: A flat boat made from wood or air tubes. Raft floats gently on the river.

Rag: A small piece of old cloth. Rag wipes the dusty table.

Rail: A metal bar that trains move on. Rail stretches far across the land.

Railway: A track system for trains. Railway carries trains between cities.

Rain: Water that falls from clouds. Rain falls softly on the roof.

Rainbow: A colorful arc in the sky after rain. Rainbow shines brightly in the sky.

Raincoat: A waterproof coat worn in rain. Raincoat keeps the child dry.

Raindrop: A small drop of rain. Raindrop slides down the window.

Rainfall: The amount of rain that falls. Rainfall fills the lakes and rivers.

Rainstorm: A storm with heavy rain. Rainstorm darkens the afternoon sky.

Rainwater: Water that comes from rain. Rainwater collects in the barrel.

Raise: To lift something up. Raise your hand to answer.

Raisin: A dried grape. Raisin tastes sweet in cookies.

Rake: A tool used to gather leaves. Rake gathers leaves into a pile.

Rally: A gathering of people for a cause or cheer. Rally fills the field with voices.

Ram: A male sheep. Ram stands proudly on the hill.

Ramp: A sloping path instead of stairs. Ramp helps bikes roll up easily.

Ranch: A large farm for animals. Ranch spreads wide across the land.

Ranger: A person who protects forests or parks. Ranger watches over the forest.

Range: A group or line of mountains. Range rises high in the distance.

Rank: A position in a group or level. Rank shows a player’s level.

Rapid: Very fast-moving water in a river. Rapid rushes loudly downstream.

Rapids: Rough, fast parts of a river. Rapids splash against the rocks.

Rare: Something not common. Rare bird appears in the garden.

Rash: Red spots on the skin from irritation. Rash itches on the arm.

Raspberry: A small red berry fruit. Raspberry tastes sweet and juicy.

Rat: A small rodent with a long tail. Rat scurries along the wall.

Rate: A measure of speed or amount. Rate of growth increases each day.

Rattle: A toy that makes noise when shaken. Rattle makes a soft sound.

Raven: A large black bird. Raven calls loudly in the forest.

Ray: A line of light. Ray of sunshine warms the ground.

Razor: A tool used for shaving hair. Razor cuts hair cleanly.

Reach: To stretch out to touch something. Reach for the high shelf.

React: To respond to something. React calmly to surprises.

Read: To look at words and understand them. Read the story carefully.

Reader: A person who reads. Reader enjoys a good book.

Reading: The act of looking at and understanding words. Reading improves knowledge.

Ready: Prepared for something. Ready students wait quietly.

Real: Something true or not imaginary. Real gold shines brightly.

Reason: A cause or explanation. Reason helps us understand why.

Rebuild: To build again. Rebuild the nest after the storm.

Recall: To remember something. Recall the story from yesterday.

Receive: To get something given or sent. Receive the gift happily.

Recent: Happening not long ago. Recent rain cooled the air.

Recipe: Instructions for cooking food. Recipe explains how to bake bread.

Record: To write down or store information. Record the score carefully.

Rectangle: A shape with four right angles. Rectangle has two long sides.

Red: The color of apples and roses. Red balloon floats upward.

Reduce: To make something smaller or less. Reduce waste to protect Earth.

Reef: A ridge of rocks or coral in the sea. Reef shelters many fish.

Refill: To fill again. Refill the bottle with water.

Reflect: To throw back light or sound. Reflect sunlight from the mirror.

Reform: To change something to improve it. Reform rules for fairness.

Refresh: To make fresh again. Refresh your mind with rest.

Refuge: A safe place. Refuge protects birds in winter.

Refuse: To say no to something. Refuse unhealthy snacks politely.

Regain: To get back something lost. Regain strength after rest.

Regard: To look at or think about carefully. Regard the painting closely.

Region: A large area of land. Region grows many crops.

Register: A list of names. Register records student attendance.

Regret: To feel sorry about something. Regret teaches better choices.

Regular: Happening again and again in the same way. Regular practice improves skills.

Reheat: To heat food again. Reheat the soup gently.

Reindeer: A deer that lives in cold regions. Reindeer pulls a sled.

Relax: To rest and feel calm. Relax after finishing homework.

Release: To let go or set free. Release the bird carefully.

Relief: A feeling of comfort after worry. Relief spreads after the rain stops.

Relish: To enjoy something greatly. Relish the tasty meal.

Remain: To stay in the same place. Remain seated quietly.

Remark: Something said about a thing. Remark surprises the class.

Remember: To keep something in the mind. Remember the lesson well.

Remind: To help someone remember. Remind me about the meeting.

Remote: Far away from people or places. Remote village rests in the hills.

Remove: To take something away. Remove the lid slowly.

Repair: To fix something broken. Repair the torn book.

Repeat: To do something again. Repeat the word clearly.

Replace: To put something new instead of old. Replace the empty battery.

Reply: To answer someone. Reply politely to the question.

Report: To tell or write about something. Report explains the event.

Rescue: To save someone from danger. Rescue team helps the lost hiker.

Research: Careful study to learn facts. Research reveals new ideas.

Reserve: To keep something for later use. Reserve seats for guests.

Reset: To set again. Reset the clock correctly.

Resist: To try not to give in. Resist the strong wind.

Resolve: To solve a problem. Resolve the puzzle together.

Resort: A place where people go for vacation. Resort sits near the beach.

Respect: A feeling of honor for someone. Respect teachers and elders.

Respond: To answer or react. Respond kindly to others.

Rest: To relax and stop working. Rest helps the body recover.

Result: What happens after something. Result shows the final score.

Return: To come back. Return home before dark.

Reuse: To use something again. Reuse bottles to reduce waste.

Reveal: To show something hidden. Reveal the surprise slowly.

Review: To look over again. Review the lesson tonight.

Reward: Something given for good work. Reward encourages effort.

Rhythm: A regular beat in music. Rhythm moves the dancers

Ribbon: A thin strip of cloth used for decoration. Ribbon ties neatly on the gift.

Rice: Small white grains used as food. Rice cooks softly in the pot.

Rich: Having a lot of something valuable. Rich soil grows healthy plants.

Riddle: A puzzle that needs thinking to solve. Riddle makes the children think.

Ride: To travel on something like a bike or horse. Ride the bicycle carefully.

Rider: A person who rides an animal or vehicle. Rider guides the horse gently.

Ridge: A long narrow hilltop. Ridge rises above the valley.

Rifle: A long gun used for shooting. Rifle rests safely in the case.

Right: The correct or proper way. Right answer earns a smile.

Ring: A small circular band worn on a finger. Ring sparkles in the light.

Rinse: To wash lightly with water. Rinse the cup after use.

Rip: To tear something. Rip splits the paper quickly.

Ripe: Ready to eat. Ripe mango smells sweet.

Ripple: Small waves on water. Ripple spreads across the pond.

Rise: To move upward. Rise early to see the sunrise.

Risk: A chance of danger. Risk teaches careful thinking.

River: A large flowing stream of water. River winds through the valley.

Road: A path for cars and bikes. Road stretches into the town.

Roam: To move around freely. Roam through the meadow happily.

Roar: A loud deep sound. Roar echoes from the lion.

Roast: To cook food with dry heat. Roast the corn slowly.

Rob: To steal from someone. Rob takes money unfairly.

Robin: A small bird with a red chest. Robin sings in the morning.

Robot: A machine that can do tasks automatically. Robot helps in the factory.

Rock: A hard natural stone. Rock sits beside the path.

Rocket: A vehicle that travels into space. Rocket launches with fire.

Rod: A thin straight stick or bar. Rod holds the fishing line.

Role: A part played by someone. Role helps actors tell a story.

Roll: To move by turning over. Roll the ball across the floor.

Roof: The top covering of a building. Roof protects the house.

Room: A space inside a building. Room looks bright and tidy.

Rooster: A male chicken. Rooster crows at sunrise.

Root: The part of a plant under the soil. Root absorbs water from the ground.

Rope: A thick strong cord. Rope pulls the boat closer.

Rose: A fragrant flowering plant. Rose blooms in the garden.

Rotate: To turn around a center. Rotate the wheel slowly.

Rough: Not smooth in texture. Rough stone scratches the hand.

Round: Shaped like a circle. Round ball rolls easily.

Route: A path or way from one place to another. Route leads to the school.

Row: A line of things placed together. Row of trees shades the road.

Rowboat: A small boat moved with oars. Rowboat glides across the lake.

Royal: Related to a king or queen. Royal palace shines brightly.

Rub: To press and move back and forth. Rub the hands to stay warm.

Ruby: A red precious stone. Ruby sparkles in the ring.

Rude: Not polite in behavior. Rude words hurt feelings.

Rug: A thick woven floor covering. Rug lies in the living room.

Rule: A guide that tells what is allowed. Rule keeps the game fair.

Ruler: A straight tool used for measuring. Ruler draws a neat line.

Rumble: A deep rolling sound. Rumble comes from the thunder.

Run: To move quickly on feet. Run across the playground.

Runner: A person who runs. Runner races down the track.

Running: The act of moving fast on foot. Running keeps the body healthy.

Rural: Related to the countryside. Rural village feels peaceful.

Rush: To move very quickly. Rush through the door excitedly.

Rust: A reddish coating on old iron. Rust covers the metal gate.

Rustle: A soft sound made by leaves. Rustle whispers in the wind.

Rye: A grain used to make bread. Rye grows in cool fields.

Racket: A bat used in sports like tennis. Racket hits the ball strongly.

Racing: The sport of speed competitions. Racing thrills the crowd.

Radar dish: A bowl-shaped antenna for radar signals. Radar dish turns slowly.

Rain boot: Waterproof boot for wet weather. Rain boot splashes in puddles.

Rain cloud: A cloud full of rain. Rain cloud darkens the sky.

Rain gauge: A tool that measures rainfall. Rain gauge collects the water.

Rain hat: A hat worn during rain. Rain hat keeps the head dry.

Rain path: The direction rainwater flows. Rain path follows the slope.

Rain puddle: A small pool after rain. Rain puddle reflects the sky.

Rain shower: A short fall of rain. Rain shower cools the afternoon.

Rain splash: Water scattering from drops. Rain splash dots the ground.

Rain track: Marks left by flowing rain. Rain track lines the dirt road.

Rain wind: Wind that comes with rain. Rain wind shakes the branches.

Red apple: A bright red fruit. Red apple tastes crisp and sweet.

Red berry: A small red fruit. Red berry grows on the bush.

Red leaf: A leaf with red color. Red leaf falls in autumn.

Red mark: A red spot or sign. Red mark shows the correct place.

Red rose: A rose with red petals. Red rose smells wonderful.

Red sand: Sand with reddish color. Red sand warms in sunlight.

Red stone: A stone with red shade. Red stone decorates the path.

Red wave: A wave glowing red in sunset. Red wave shines on the sea.

Red wood: Wood with reddish color. Red wood builds strong houses.

Red yarn: Thread used for knitting. Red yarn forms a scarf.

River bank: Land beside a river. River bank grows tall grass.

River boat: Boat that travels on rivers. River boat carries passengers.

River fish: Fish that live in rivers. River fish swim swiftly.

River path: Path beside the river. River path winds through trees.

River rock: Smooth stone from a river. River rock feels cool and round.

River sand: Sand found near rivers. River sand shines in sunlight.

River sound: Noise of flowing water. River sound relaxes the mind.

River stream: A smaller flowing branch of a river. River stream flows gently.

River turn: A curve in the river. River turn bends around the hill.

River wave: Small wave in a river. River wave touches the shore.

Road bend: A curve in the road. Road bend slows the cars.

Road dust: Fine dirt from the road. Road dust rises in wind.

Road edge: The side of a road. Road edge grows wild grass.

Road lamp: A light beside the road. Road lamp glows at night.

Road line: Painted line on a road. Road line guides drivers safely.

Road map: A map showing roads. Road map helps travelers find routes.

Road sign: A board giving road instructions. Road sign warns of a turn.

Road stone: Stone used in building roads. Road stone makes a strong surface.

Road turn: A turning point on a road. Road turn leads to the village.

Road view: The sight seen along a road. Road view shows hills and trees

Rack: A frame used to hold things. Rack holds the coats neatly.

Radar screen: A display that shows radar signals. Radar screen shows moving dots.

Radiate: To spread out in all directions. Radiate warmth from the fire.

Radiator: A device that gives heat. Radiator warms the room.

Radius: A line from the center of a circle. Radius reaches the edge.

Raffle: A game where tickets can win prizes. Raffle chooses a lucky winner.

Rag doll: A soft toy made of cloth. Rag doll sits on the bed.

Ragged: Torn and uneven. Ragged cloth hangs loosely.

Railing: A bar used for support along stairs. Railing keeps people safe.

Railcar: A train vehicle for carrying goods. Railcar moves along the track.

Railroad: A system of train tracks. Railroad connects many towns.

Rail station: A place where trains stop. Rail station fills with travelers.

Rain barrel: A container for collecting rainwater. Rain barrel stands by the house.

Rain breeze: Cool wind during rain. Rain breeze freshens the air.

Rain field: A field watered by rain. Rain field grows green crops.

Rain forest: A dense forest with heavy rain. Rain forest shelters many animals.

Rain garden: A garden that collects rainwater. Rain garden helps plants grow.

Rain light: Sunlight through rain. Rain light glows softly.

Rain smell: Fresh scent after rain. Rain smell fills the air.

Rain song: Soft sound of falling rain. Rain song calms the mind.

Ranch house: A house on a ranch. Ranch house overlooks wide fields.

Random: Happening without a clear plan. Random choice surprises everyone.

Range land: Land used for grazing animals. Range land stretches far.

Rank order: Arrangement by level. Rank order shows the winners.

Rapid flow: Fast movement of water. Rapid flow rushes over rocks.

Rare coin: An unusual old coin. Rare coin shines brightly.

Rare flower: An uncommon blossom. Rare flower blooms once a year.

Rash cream: Lotion for skin rash. Rash cream soothes the skin.

Rasp: A rough tool for shaping wood. Rasp smooths the surface.

Raspberry bush: Plant that grows raspberries. Raspberry bush fills with fruit.

Rat hole: A small hole made by rats. Rat hole hides in the wall.

Rate change: Difference in speed or amount. Rate change shows growth.

Rattle drum: A drum with rattling beads. Rattle drum makes lively music.

Raven nest: Home built by ravens. Raven nest rests in a tall tree.

Ray beam: A bright line of light. Ray beam shines through clouds.

Ray light: Light traveling in straight lines. Ray light brightens the room.

Reach goal: To achieve something planned. Reach goal after hard work.

Reading lamp: A light used for reading. Reading lamp glows on the desk.

Reading room: Quiet place for reading. Reading room stays silent.

Ready bag: A bag prepared for travel. Ready bag waits by the door.

Real gold: True gold metal. Real gold shines warmly.

Real sound: Natural sound without machines. Real sound echoes clearly.

Reason rule: A rule based on logic. Reason rule explains the choice.

Rebuild wall: To build a wall again. Rebuild wall after the storm.

Recall fact: To remember information. Recall fact during the test.

Receive mail: To get letters. Receive mail every morning.

Recent event: Something that happened lately. Recent event surprised the town.

Recipe card: A card with cooking steps. Recipe card lists the ingredients.

Record book: A book for storing records. Record book keeps history.

Record time: The fastest time achieved. Record time amazed the crowd.

Red bird: A bird with red feathers. Red bird sings sweetly.

Red clay: Soil with red color. Red clay sticks to shoes.

Red cloud: A cloud glowing red at sunset. Red cloud floats slowly.

Red coral: Hard red sea material. Red coral grows underwater.

Red flag: A bright warning flag. Red flag waves in wind.

Red glow: Soft red light. Red glow warms the room.

Red hill: A hill covered in red soil. Red hill rises steeply.

Red ink: Ink used for marking. Red ink circles mistakes.

Red light: A signal to stop. Red light halts traffic.

Red moon: Moon that appears reddish. Red moon rises slowly.

Red paint: Paint with red color. Red paint brightens the wall.

Red river: A river with reddish water. Red river flows quietly.

Red shirt: A shirt colored red. Red shirt hangs neatly.

Red sky: A sky glowing red at sunset. Red sky signals evening.

Red star: A star that looks red. Red star shines faintly.

Red sun: Sun appearing red near sunset. Red sun sinks slowly.

Red tree: A tree with red leaves. Red tree stands proudly.

Red trail: A marked path. Red trail guides hikers.

Red wave: A wave glowing red. Red wave rolls gently.

Red wind: Wind carrying red dust. Red wind sweeps the plain.

River bend: A curved part of a river. River bend hides a beach.

River bridge: Bridge across a river. River bridge connects two towns.

River current: Flowing force of water. River current pulls the boat.

River grass: Grass growing by rivers. River grass sways in wind.

River island: Small land in a river. River island hosts birds.

River lake: Lake formed by a river. River lake holds calm water.

River line: Visible path of the river. River line curves across land.

River mist: Fog above a river. River mist floats at dawn.

River mouth: Place where river meets sea. River mouth spreads wide.

River path: Walking trail near river. River path winds gently.

Rock arch: Natural arch made of stone. Rock arch frames the sky.

Rock bed: Layer of rocks underground. Rock bed supports the soil.

Rock cliff: Steep rock wall. Rock cliff towers above waves.

Rock dust: Fine powder from rocks. Rock dust covers the ground.

Rock field: Land filled with rocks. Rock field looks rugged.

Rock hill: Hill made of stone. Rock hill rises sharply.

Rock layer: A level of stone underground. Rock layer shows Earth history.

Rock path: Trail across rocks. Rock path leads uphill.

Rock pile: Heap of stones. Rock pile sits near the fence.

Rock wall: Wall built of stones. Rock wall borders the farm.

Road block: Barrier on a road. Road block stops traffic.

Road bridge: Bridge crossing a road gap. Road bridge carries cars.

Road curve: A curved part of road. Road curve slows drivers.

Road ditch: Small trench beside road. Road ditch drains water.

Road gate: Gate across a road. Road gate closes at night.

Road hill: A road going uphill. Road hill challenges cyclists.

Road lane: A marked section for cars. Road lane guides traffic.

Road light: Light beside road. Road light shines after sunset.

Road repair: Fixing damaged roads. Road repair smooths the surface.

Road worker: Person who fixes roads. Road worker wears a bright vest.

Race: A contest of speed. Race begins with a loud whistle.

Race car: A very fast car used in racing. Race car zooms around the track.

Race track: A track used for racing. Race track circles the field.

Racing bike: A bicycle made for speed. Racing bike glides along the road.

Rack shelf: A shelf used for holding items. Rack shelf stores books neatly.

Radio wave: A type of invisible signal. Radio wave travels through the air.

Radar tower: A tall structure for radar. Radar tower watches the sky.

Rag bag: A bag filled with cloth pieces. Rag bag hangs in the corner.

Rail bridge: A bridge for trains. Rail bridge crosses the river.

Rail line: A line of railway tracks. Rail line stretches far away.

Rain drop: A tiny drop of rain. Rain drop lands on the leaf.

Rain field: Land watered by rain. Rain field grows green crops.

Rain fall: Water falling from clouds. Rain fall cools the ground.

Rain pond: A pond filled by rain. Rain pond reflects the sky.

Rain sound: The noise of falling rain. Rain sound taps on the roof.

Rain trail: A wet mark left by rainwater. Rain trail runs along the path.

Rain shade: A cover used during rain. Rain shade protects the plants.

Rain wave: Small wave formed by rain. Rain wave spreads across the puddle.

Rain yard: Yard wet from rain. Rain yard smells fresh.

Rain zone: Area that gets much rain. Rain zone grows thick forests.

Ranch land: Land used for raising animals. Ranch land stretches across hills.

Ranch gate: Gate at a ranch entrance. Ranch gate swings open slowly.

Range hill: A hill within a mountain range. Range hill rises above the valley.

Rapid stream: A fast flowing stream. Rapid stream rushes past stones.

Rare gem: A valuable uncommon stone. Rare gem shines brightly.

Rare plant: A plant that is not common. Rare plant grows in the forest.

Rash spot: A red mark on skin. Rash spot appears on the arm.

Rasp tool: Tool used for shaping wood. Rasp tool smooths rough edges.

Rat trail: Path used by rats. Rat trail runs along the wall.

Rattle toy: A baby toy that makes sound. Rattle toy shakes gently.

Ray glow: Soft glow of sunlight. Ray glow brightens the window.

Ray heat: Heat from sunlight. Ray heat warms the sand.

Reach arm: Stretching the arm forward. Reach arm toward the shelf.

Read book: To look at words in a book. Read book quietly at night.

Read line: A line from a text. Read line aloud clearly.

Reading desk: Desk used for studying. Reading desk stands near the window.

Ready team: A team prepared to start. Ready team waits at the line.

Real stone: Natural stone from the earth. Real stone feels cool.

Real tree: A living tree. Real tree grows tall.

Reason idea: An idea based on thinking. Reason idea solves the problem.

Rebuild house: To build a house again. Rebuild house after the storm.

Recall name: To remember a name. Recall name quickly in class.

Receive gift: To get a present. Receive gift with a smile.

Recent rain: Rain that fell lately. Recent rain wets the ground.

Recipe page: Page with cooking steps. Recipe page lists ingredients.

Record sound: To save sound using a device. Record sound during the song.

Record sheet: Paper used to keep records. Record sheet shows the scores.

Red berry: Small red fruit. Red berry grows on bushes.

Red brick: Building block made of clay. Red brick forms strong walls.

Red bush: A bush with red leaves. Red bush decorates the garden.

Red coat: Coat colored red. Red coat hangs by the door.

Red fruit: Fruit that is red in color. Red fruit tastes sweet.

Red grass: Grass with red shades. Red grass grows in dry land.

Red hill: Hill with red soil. Red hill stands near the road.

Red lake: Lake that appears reddish. Red lake glows at sunset.

Red leaf: Leaf colored red. Red leaf falls in autumn.

Red path: A path of red soil. Red path leads to the farm.

Red plant: Plant with red parts. Red plant brightens the yard.

Red rock: Rock with red color. Red rock lies on the ground.

Red sand: Sand with reddish color. Red sand warms in the sun.

Red seed: Seed with red shell. Red seed grows into a plant.

Red soil: Earth that looks red. Red soil grows crops well.

Red twig: Small red branch. Red twig bends in the wind.

Red vine: A climbing plant with red stems. Red vine wraps the fence.

Red water: Water that looks red from soil. Red water flows slowly.

Red wood: Wood with red shade. Red wood builds houses.

Red worm: A small red worm. Red worm moves in the soil.

Red yarn: Thread used for knitting. Red yarn forms a scarf.

Red zone: Area marked in red. Red zone warns of danger.

Red zip: A zipper colored red. Red zip closes the bag.

River boat: Boat that travels on a river. River boat moves slowly.

River clay: Clay found near rivers. River clay feels soft.

River fog: Fog rising from a river. River fog floats at dawn.

River grass: Grass beside a river. River grass sways gently.

River hill: Hill beside a river. River hill overlooks the water.

River path: Path along the river. River path winds through trees.

River rock: Smooth stone from river. River rock feels round.

River sand: Sand found in rivers. River sand sparkles in sunlight.

River shell: Shell found near riverbanks. River shell shines faintly.

River tree: Tree growing by a river. River tree leans over water.

Rock arch: Curved stone arch. Rock arch frames the sky.

Rock bed: Layer of stone underground. Rock bed supports soil.

Rock cave: Cave formed in rock. Rock cave shelters bats.

Rock crack: Small break in rock. Rock crack holds tiny plants.

Rock dust: Fine powder from rocks. Rock dust covers the ground.

Rock edge: Sharp side of rock. Rock edge cuts paper.

Rock face: Flat side of a cliff. Rock face rises high.

Rock field: Land covered in stones. Rock field looks rough.

Rock hill: Hill made of rock. Rock hill towers above land.

Rock ledge: Shelf of rock on a cliff. Rock ledge holds birds.

Road bend: Curve in the road. Road bend slows cars.

Road dust: Fine dust from road. Road dust rises in wind.

Road edge: Side of the road. Road edge grows weeds.

Road gate: Gate across road. Road gate blocks entry.

Road hill: Road that goes uphill. Road hill tires cyclists.

Road lamp: Light beside the road. Road lamp glows at night.

Road mark: Painted mark on road. Road mark guides drivers.

Road post: Post beside road. Road post shows direction.

Road rail: Barrier beside road. Road rail keeps cars safe.

Road side: Area beside road. Road side grows flowers.

Radian: A unit used to measure angles. Radian measures the turn of a circle.

Radish: A small red or white root vegetable. Radish tastes crisp and spicy.

Radon: A natural gas found in the ground. Radon can collect in closed spaces.

Rafter: A sloping beam that supports a roof. Rafter holds up the roof.

Rag rug: A rug made from cloth strips. Rag rug lies on the wooden floor.

Rail yard: A place where trains are stored. Rail yard holds many railcars.

Rail cart: A small cart that moves on rails. Rail cart rolls along the track.

Rain drip: Water dripping during rain. Rain drip falls from the roof.

Rain gust: A strong wind with rain. Rain gust shakes the trees.

Rain mist: Very fine rain in the air. Rain mist cools the morning.

Rain pool: Water collected after rain. Rain pool forms in the yard.

Rain rush: Sudden heavy rain. Rain rush floods the street.

Rain veil: A curtain of falling rain. Rain veil hides the hills.

Rain wash: Rain cleaning the ground. Rain wash clears the dust.

Rain wet: Ground soaked with rain. Rain wet darkens the soil.

Rake pile: A pile of leaves gathered by a rake. Rake pile waits for cleaning.

Rally cry: A loud shout to gather people. Rally cry lifts team spirit.

Ram horn: Curved horn of a ram. Ram horn curls tightly.

Ramp gate: A gate near a ramp. Ramp gate opens slowly.

Ranch herd: A group of animals on a ranch. Ranch herd grazes peacefully.

Range peak: Highest point in a mountain range. Range peak touches clouds.

Rapid fall: Fast drop of water. Rapid fall splashes loudly.

Rarity: Something very uncommon. Rarity attracts collectors.

Rasp sound: Rough scratching noise. Rasp sound comes from the tool.

Rat whisker: Long hair on a rat’s face. Rat whisker twitches quickly.

Raven call: Cry made by a raven. Raven call echoes in the woods.

Ray flash: Quick beam of light. Ray flash brightens the sky.

Ray line: Straight path of light. Ray line shines through glass.

Reach step: Final step to reach something. Reach step lifts the hand higher.

Read chart: To understand a chart. Read chart carefully in class.

Reader club: Group of people who enjoy books. Reader club meets weekly.

Reading nook: Small cozy place for reading. Reading nook feels peaceful.

Real fact: A true piece of information. Real fact explains the event.

Real wave: Natural water wave. Real wave rolls to the shore.

Reason path: Logical way to solve a problem. Reason path leads to answers.

Rebuild road: To fix a road again. Rebuild road after damage.

Recall story: To remember a story. Recall story from yesterday’s class.

Receive prize: To get an award. Receive prize with joy.

Recipe bowl: Bowl used while cooking. Recipe bowl mixes ingredients.

Record play: To play recorded sound. Record play fills the room with music.

Record tape: Tape used for recording sound. Record tape stores voices.

Red beam: A beam of red light. Red beam shines across the room.

Red bloom: A red flower blossom. Red bloom opens in spring.

Red chip: A small red piece. Red chip falls from the paint.

Red cord: A cord with red color. Red cord ties the box.

Red flare: Bright red signal light. Red flare warns the ships.

Red frost: Frost glowing red at sunrise. Red frost sparkles on grass.

Red knot: A knot tied with red rope. Red knot holds tight.

Red moss: Moss with reddish color. Red moss grows on rocks.

Red pond: Pond that looks red at sunset. Red pond reflects the sky.

Red ridge: Ridge with red soil. Red ridge stretches along the hill.

Red root: Root that appears red. Red root grows underground.

Red shade: A deep red color tone. Red shade paints the wall.

Red spark: Tiny red flash of light. Red spark jumps from the fire.

Red stain: Mark left by red liquid. Red stain colors the cloth.

Red stripe: A red line across something. Red stripe decorates the shirt.

Red torch: Torch with red flame glow. Red torch lights the path.

Red track: Path marked in red. Red track guides runners.

Red trunk: Tree trunk with reddish bark. Red trunk stands tall.

Red vapor: Red colored mist or gas. Red vapor rises slowly.

River bay: Small bay connected to river. River bay shelters boats.

River cliff: Cliff beside a river. River cliff drops steeply.

River drift: Slow movement of river water. River drift carries leaves.

River foam: White bubbles on river water. River foam floats downstream.

River gap: Narrow opening along a river. River gap cuts through hills.

River hollow: Low place beside river. River hollow collects water.

River ledge: Rocky shelf near river. River ledge supports plants.

River ripple: Small wave on river surface. River ripple spreads outward.

River slope: Slanted land near river. River slope grows grass.

River swirl: Circular water movement. River swirl spins leaves.

Rock archway: Natural stone arch. Rock archway frames the valley.

Rock chip: Small broken piece of rock. Rock chip lies on the path.

Rock dome: Dome-shaped rock hill. Rock dome rises smoothly.

Rock hollow: Empty space in rock. Rock hollow shelters insects.

Rock knob: Rounded rock top. Rock knob stands above ground.

Rock ridge: Long rocky ridge. Rock ridge stretches far.

Rock shelf: Flat rock layer. Rock shelf holds small plants.

Rock spire: Tall pointed rock column. Rock spire touches the sky.

Rock tunnel: Tunnel cut through rock. Rock tunnel carries the road.

Rock valley: Valley filled with rocks. Rock valley looks rugged.

Road arrow: Arrow mark painted on road. Road arrow shows direction.

Road booth: Small booth on a road. Road booth collects tolls.

Road curb: Raised edge beside road. Road curb separates sidewalk.

Road fork: Place where road splits. Road fork offers two paths.

Road hump: Raised bump on road. Road hump slows vehicles.

Road island: Small island in the middle of a road. Road island holds plants.

Road joint: Connection between road sections. Road joint allows movement.

Road knot: Tangle of many roads. Road knot confuses drivers.

Road ramp: Sloped road for entry. Road ramp joins the highway.

Road strip: Narrow section of road. Road strip guides traffic.

Road tunnel: Tunnel for cars through hills. Road tunnel shortens travel.

Road wall: Wall beside a road. Road wall prevents landslides.

Road wave: Wavy rise on road surface. Road wave shakes the car.

Road yard: Open space beside road. Road yard stores materials.

Road zone: Marked area on road. Road zone controls traffic.

Roar echo: Echo after a loud roar. Roar echo fills the cave.

Roast pan: Pan used for roasting food. Roast pan sits in the oven.

Robin nest: Nest built by a robin. Robin nest rests in the tree.

Root cap: Tip protecting a plant root. Root cap pushes through soil.

Root hair: Tiny hair on plant roots. Root hair absorbs water.

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