Short u sound

Short u sound
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DINOSAUR	ANIMAL	BREAKFAST	RUN
THUMB	TRUCK	DUST	CUT
DUCK	UP	PENGUIN	BUS

down 1.

Rhymes with pluck

Definition:
A large motor vehicle that moves things from one place to another along roads.

down 2.

Definition:
The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.

down 4.

Definition:
One of a large group of extinct land reptiles that lived on earth for over 150 million years.

down 5.

Definition:
This bird has wings, but it cannot fly. Most of them live in cold places near Antarctica. Although it looks clumsy on ice, it is an excellent swimmer! This bird feeds on fish.

down 8.

Rhymes with rebut

Definition:
To separate something into parts, using a sharp instrument. It will hurt if you do this to your finger.

down 11.

Rhymes with cup

Definition:
To move towards a higher place or position. This is the opposite of down.

across 1.

Rhymes with gum

Definition:
The short, thick finger set apart from your other fingers on the side of your hand.

across 3.

Rhymes with suck

Definition:
This bird lives on lakes or rivers, and it is in the family of waterfowls. Other family members include swans and geese. This bird differs from its other family members by its shorter neck and legs.

across 6.

Definition:
Any living creature that breathes and moves.

across 7.

Rhymes with thus

Definition:
A large vehicle used for carrying a large number of people. These are used to carry students to school.

across 9.

Rhymes with distrust

Definition:
1. Fine, tiny, dry pieces of dirt that float in the air and settle on surfaces.
2. To remove dirt from surfaces.

across 10.

Rhymes with shun

Definition:
To move quickly on your legs. If you meet an angry bear, it's a good idea to do this!

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