Baskets, Bags, and Wagons
People move things from place to place every day.
Different tools help hold these items.
A basket has firm sides and an open top.
Many baskets are made of stiff woven wood or plastic.
The firm shape protects soft objects inside.
For example, fresh berries or eggs will not easily get squished in a basket.
A cloth bag is soft and bendable.
It can fold flat and fit into a pocket when it is empty.
Bags often have two long straps.
A person can hang the straps over a shoulder to carry library books.
A small wagon is different because it stays on the ground.
It has a box bed and four rolling wheels.
A person pulls the front handle to move the wagon forward along a path.
It can move several outdoor toys or potted plants at the same time.
Baskets, bags, and wagons all hold everyday objects.
The best choice depends on what needs to be moved.
- firm:
- Solid, stiff, and not easy to bend.
- protects:
- Keeps something safe from being hurt or damaged.
- bendable:
- Able to fold or curve easily without breaking.
- straps:
- Narrow bands of cloth used for holding or carrying.
- handle:
- A part of an object made to be held or pulled by a hand.
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“Baskets, Bags, and Wagons” is a report reading passage about carrying tools, written for 1st Grade. It takes about 1 minute to read (159 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.