used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
appreciationnounUS /əˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/
understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
arousingverbUS /ərˈaʊzɪŋ/
-ing form of “arouse” — call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
without doubt or question
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
compiledverbUS /kəmˈpaɪld/
past form of “compile” — get or gather together
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
consistsverbUS /kənˈsɪsts/
third-person singular of “consist” — originate
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
demonstratedadjectiveUS /ˈdemənstreɪtɪd/
having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
dramaticadjectiveUS /drəˈmætɪk/
suitable to or characteristic of drama
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
elementaryadjectiveUS /ˌeləˈmentri/
easy and not involved or complicated
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
experimentaladjectiveUS /ɪkˌsperɪˈmentəl/
relating to or based on experiment
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
gradesnounUS /ɡreɪdz/
plural of “grade” — a body of students who are taught together
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
inadequacynounUS /ˌɪˈnædɪkwəsi/
lack of an adequate quantity or number
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
interpretationnounUS /ˌɪntɜːrprɪˈteɪʃən/
a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
of or relating to or characteristic of literature
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
engage in
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
permanentadjectiveUS /ˈpɜːrmənənt/
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
primaryadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪmeri/
of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
quickeningnounUS /ˈkwɪkənɪŋ/
the process of showing signs of life
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
an educational institution
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
schoolsnounUS /skuːlz/
plural of “school” — an educational institution
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
not in physical motion
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
agitating a liquid with an implement
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
suitableadjectiveUS /ˈsuːtəbəl/
meant or adapted for an occasion or use
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
textbooksnounUS /ˈtekstbʊks/
plural of “textbook” — a book prepared for use in schools or colleges
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading This little book has been compiled as one step toward meeting this need at least in one particular school, but it is hoped that it may prove of service in many other schools.
uncertaintynounUS /ənˈsɜːrtənti/
being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance
From this reading The present difficulty consists, therefore, not in uncertainty of the value of dramatic literature, but in the inadequacy of the supply.
the act of using
From this reading The use of dramatic readers has passed beyond the experimental stage.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading Their value in arousing interest, in stirring the imagination, in quickening literary appreciation and power of interpretation, has been so clearly demonstrated as to make them permanent textbooks in the elementary schools, and more particularly in the primary grades.
precisely as stated
From this reading The need of suitable literary material in good dramatic form for the primary grades is still very great.
