Disneyland had a big party for 70 years! Now six rides will close for a rest. The park will get ready for Halloween fun next!
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The day you were born or the day something started
“Today is my birthday.”
A fun time when people come together to celebrate
“We had a party at school.”
Fun things you sit on and move at a park
“I love the rides at the park.”
To stop being open for people to use
“The store will close at night.”
Not like other things; very important or different
“Today is a special day for us.”
To make something work well again
“Dad can fix my toy car.”
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Disneyland had a big birthday party! The park turned 70 years old. People came from many places. They saw parades and special shows. It was so much fun!
Now six rides will close soon. The rides need a rest. Workers will fix and clean them. The party ends on August 9. Families visit the park one last time.
But do not feel sad! The rides will open again later. Halloween time is coming next. The park will have new fun things. Disneyland always has something special!
Test your understanding of the article with these multiple-choice questions.
How old did Disneyland turn?
How many rides will close?
Why will the rides close?
What comes after the birthday party?
Answer these comprehension questions about the article.
How old did Disneyland turn?
How many rides will close?
When does the party end?
What will workers do to the rides?
What fun time comes after the party?
Share your opinions on these open-ended questions.
What is your favorite ride at a park?
What would you do at Disneyland?
Can you think of a fun birthday party?
What is your favorite thing about Halloween?
If you had a park, what rides would you have?
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