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Rules are very important. They help keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you can and can not do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class. You should follow rules; they help people get along.

The boys were happy when they woke up to find that it was windy outside. It would be a perfect day to fly a kite. They grabbed their kites and went to the park. They spent the whole day there having kite contests and races. The best part was that no one broke or lost his kite.

What you learn in school will help you later in life. It will also help you get a job. If you work hard in school and make good grades, you may be able to go to college and have a career.

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Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. He was born on February 12, 1809 in Kentucky. He was married to Mary Todd and they had four children. One of his famous speeches was the Gettysburg Address.

Volunteering is a very rewarding experience. There are many ways you can volunteer. For example, you can help clean up a playground. Volunteering benefits other people and also will make you feel good about yourself.

I walked up to my house when I saw balloons on the front porch. So I walked faster and went inside the house. All of a sudden I heard "Surprise!" and all my friends jumped out with presents in their hands. My birthday wasn't until next week so I was really surprised and happy.

Florida is a state in the southern United States. The capital is Tallahassee. The state flower is the orange blossom. The state bird is the mockingbird. Florida became the 27th state in 1845. The state tree is the Sabal Palm. There are many beaches and cities in Florida.

Beth and her mom went to the circus. This was a special day because she had never been to a circus before. They bought peanuts and went to their seats. She saw clowns, jugglers, and people on trapezes. There were elephants, lions, and tigers. It was a very exciting day for Beth.

Animals are divided into categories. They are grouped according to things they have in common. One category is birds. All birds have feathers. They are warm-blooded. Birds lay eggs and they have wings. Most birds fly, but there are some that do not.

The Food Group Plate tells how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group everyday. The plate helps show you how much of each you should eat.

Ted was anxious to try out for the basketball team. He had practiced and knew he was ready. Tryouts made him a little nervous, but when he found out he made the team he knew that all the hard work had paid off.