Read the paragraph below. The numbered words in bold print are over-used words. Think of a synonym you could use to replace each tired word to add interest. Write the word on the corresponding numbered line. The first one has been done for you. Jennifer and Laritza had a nice day at school. In the morning, they listened as their teacher read a nice story. The work was hard during math because they had just started learning a new skill. The teacher was happy with their progress. It was a nice day, so they were able to play soccer outside for P.E. The class was happy when the teacher said they would have a party that afternoon. Jennifer was excited about the party, but Laritza did not want to go to the party. She was tired? because she did not sleep well the night before. She stayed in at recess and made a pretty sign while the other children played outside. She used bigº letters to write the word "celebrate." She even drew butterflies with smalllº dots on their wings. Jennifer came back a few minutes later to help her. Together, they colored the pictures and letters that Laritza had drawn. When the other students came back in after recess, they all agreed it was a nice11 sign. The teacher put it up on the board in the front of the room. Then she passed out some good12 cookies. She told them they were celebrating because they did a good13 job on their recent test. She was happy14 they did well. 1. pleasant 8. 2. 9. 3. 10. 4. 11. 5. 12. 6. 13. 7. 14.​