Third Grade Open Court Unit: City Wildlife Make Way for Ducklings a presentation of Open Court Resources.com submitted by Pam Chinelli http://www.opencourtresources.com 1

cozy So they chose a cozy spot among the bushes near the water and settled down to build their nest. Although it was cold and snowy outside, it was nice and cozy inside by the fireplace.

cozy warm and comfortable 3

delighted “Good,” and Mr. Mallard, delighted that at last Mrs. Mallard had found a place that suited her. Delighted that Dad was going to take me fishing, I ran to get my fishing people.

delighted very happy, pleased 5

enormous Just as they were getting read to start on their way, a strange enormous bird came by. The baker is decorating an enormous birthday cake with ten layers.

enormous very, very large; huge 7

beckoned He planted himself in the center of the road, raised one hand to stop the traffic, and then beckoned with the other, the way policemen do, for Mrs. Mallard to cross. Mother beckoned for me to come and take a freshly baked cookie.

beckoned make a sign or signal to someone to have them come closer 9

bursting Mr. and Mrs. Mallard were bursting with pride. The baby’s parents were so happy they were bursting with joy.

bursting filled and overflowing with strong emotion 11

responsibility It was a great responsibility taking care of so many ducklings, and it kept them very busy. The teacher said that remembering to do my homework is my responsibility.

responsibility important job, duty 13