n. someone who you have not met before or do not know
However, helping strangers is important as well.
a few
adj. a small number of, some
It only takes a few extra hours a week to volunteer.
extra
adj. additional, more
It only takes a few extra hours a week to volunteer.
put away
phr v. to return something to the place where it belongs
Reading to elderly people, putting away food in a crisis center, and organizing books in the library are just a few ideas.
crisis
n. a very difficult time
Reading to elderly people, putting away food in a crisis center, and organizing books in the library are just a few ideas.
organize
v. to put into order
Reading to elderly people, putting away food in a crisis center, and organizing books in the library are just a few ideas.
chance
n. an opportunity to do something
Give it a chance, and you just might find that you will feel wonderful about helping others.
volunteering
n. doing something without getting paid to do it Volunteering isn’t just a nice thing to do.
confident
adj. sure of oneself
It makes us more confident.
ask
v. to request an answer
Every year for four years, she asked them how they helped others.
self-esteem
n. belief in one’s own abilities
Kids who helped both loved ones and strangers had higher self-esteem one year later.
rewarding
adj. worthwhile, valuable
Volunteering is rewarding for kids because it is challenging.
challenging
adj. needing much thought and effort
Volunteering is rewarding for kids because it is challenging.
have to
v. used to say that something is required or necessary, must
You have to work hard, but you are doing very good things.
satisfied
adj. happy with; content
This makes you feel satisfied, even if you’re not getting paid to do it.