Read about living things, from cells and plants to animals and the human body. Choose an article below; its reading controls let you move between the available levels.
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The spongy moth is a small bug. It likes to eat tree leaves. The tiny bugs can travel on the wind. They eat a lot of green plants. This can hurt many big trees. We must watch these bugs. Do you like looking at bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSmall bugs can make you sick. These bugs are called ticks. They bite people and animals. A red mark may show on your skin. A doctor can help you feel better. Do you like to play outside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body has a special way to stay clean. It moves a clear liquid around. This liquid picks up waste and bad germs. It helps keep you healthy. Does your body feel strong today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome cells in the body get sick. These sick cells grow in small lumps. You might feel very tired. You might also get a fever. Doctors can help you feel better. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe lynx is a wild cat. It has black hair on its ears. It has big paws for snow. These cats live in many places. They are very cool to see! Do you like big cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe lyrebird lives in Australia. It can make many sounds. It can copy other birds. It can even copy tools! The male has a big, pretty tail. It is a very cool bird. Can you make a bird sound?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny parts in your cells clean up. They break down old bits. They can even fight germs. This helps keep you healthy. These parts are very busy. Do you have tiny cleaners inside you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe macadamia is a nut. It grows on a tall tree. The shell is very hard to crack. People eat these nuts for food. They are a yummy snack. Do you like nuts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMacaques are smart monkeys. They live in many places. They like to eat fruit. They can swim in water. They live in big groups. We can see them in cities. Do you like monkeys?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMackerel are fast fish. They live in the sea. They have stripes on their backs. These stripes help them swim in groups. People like to eat them. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA big machine takes pictures of you. It looks inside your body. It uses magnets to see your parts. This helps doctors see if you are well. It is very helpful. Do you want to see inside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany plants are in this group. They grow tasty food. You can eat an avocado. You can use cinnamon too. These plants help us every day. Do you like these plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe mahi-mahi is a bright fish. It lives in warm ocean water. It has gold, blue, and green colors. These fish are very strong swimmers. They can be a fun sight to see. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMahogany is a special kind of wood. It is reddish-brown. People use it to make chairs and boats. It is very strong. This wood is very pretty. Do you like wood?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany animals look like this. They live in the sea. Some live on land too. They have hard shells. Crabs and shrimp are in this group. It is a big family. Can you find a crab?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe mallard is a wild duck. It lives near water. Some have green heads. Others are brown. They eat plants and small bugs. They like to swim in groups. Can you find a duck in a pond?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany plants are in one big group. Some grow as small plants. Some grow as big trees. You can eat some of them. We use them for food and clothes. They are very useful to us. Do you like these plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMambas are fast snakes. They live in Africa. Some are green. Some are grey or brown. They like to hunt birds and lizards. These snakes are very quick. Do you think they are fast?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMammoths were very big animals. They looked like elephants. They had long, curved teeth. Some had thick hair to stay warm. They lived a long time ago. Do you think they were heavy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe mandarin is a small fruit. It grows on a tree. It tastes very sweet. The skin is easy to peel. You can eat it in a salad. It is a yummy treat. Do you like sweet fruit?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMangroves are special trees. They grow in salty water. Most plants cannot live there. These trees can live in the salt. They help keep the coast safe. Do you like the beach?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleManta rays are big fish. They swim in warm water. They look like they have wings. They eat tiny bits of food. These fish are very smart. Can you see them swim?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA mantis is a cool bug. It has big eyes. It has strong legs to catch food. Some look like they are praying. They live all over the world. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMaples are beautiful trees. They grow in many places. Some have very bright leaves. You can see them in fall. People use them to make sweet syrup. Do you like maple syrup?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMarlins are fast fish. They live in the sea. They have a long nose like a spear. Some marlins can even change color. These fish are very cool to see. Do you like big fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMarmots are big squirrels. They live in the ground. They eat green grass and flowers. In the winter, they sleep deep underground. They are very loud and whistle to each other. Do you like big squirrels?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome animals have a special bag. It is on their tummy. The babies live in this bag. They drink milk there. This keeps the babies safe. It helps them grow big. Do you like animals with pouches?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA marten is a small animal. It looks like a weasel. It has a bushy tail. It lives in the woods. It can eat many things. It is very fast. Do you like small animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe mastiff is a very big dog. It has a short coat. It has large feet. These dogs help guard homes. They have been around a long time. Do you like big dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA meadow is a big field. It has grass and flowers. Many bugs and birds live there. It is a home for them. We can see it in parks. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMeasles is a sickness. It can make you feel bad. You might get a red rash. It spreads when people cough. A shot can keep you safe. Do you stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDoctors help you feel better. They look for why you feel sick. They ask you many questions. They might use a special test. This helps them find the problem. They want to help you stay well. Can you help the doctor?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDoctors help us stay well. They help when you are sick. They can fix an injury. Doctors care for you and your family. It is a very kind job. Do you want to be a doctor one day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDoctors use tests to help you. They check how you feel. They can look at your blood. They can even take a picture. This helps them keep you well. Do you know a doctor?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleScientists make new medicines. They use chemistry to help us. This helps people feel better. It is very important work. We want to stay healthy. Do you want to be a scientist?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese are big bats. They like to eat fruit. Some look like small dogs. They live in warm places. They rest in trees or caves. Can you find a fruit bat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCells make new life cells. These cells help babies grow. They mix parts from a mom and a dad. This makes every person special. It is like magic! Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome skin spots can be bad. They can change shape or color. The sun can cause these spots. Use sunscreen to stay safe. It helps your skin. Do you check your moles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlants pass things to their babies. A man studied pea plants. He saw how colors change. Some colors are strong. Other colors hide. This helps us know why we look the way we do. Do you look like your mom or dad?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome germs can make your head hurt. They can make your neck feel stiff. You might also feel very hot. This can make you feel sick. Doctors can help you feel better. It is good to see a doctor. Do you feel well today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMint is a plant that smells good. It likes to grow in wet soil. It can grow very fast. Some mint grows all over the place. You can use the leaves for food. Do you like the smell of mint?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMerino sheep have very soft wool. This wool is very fine. It helps make warm clothes. Many people use it. It is a special kind of sheep. Do you like soft clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlants have special parts that grow. These parts make new leaves. They also make new roots. This helps the plant get big. It helps the plant stay strong. Do you see plants growing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome animals change their shape. They grow from babies into adults. A small tadpole can become a frog. This change helps them live in new ways. It is like magic! Do you see changes in nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome bats are very small. They fly in the dark. Most eat bugs for food. This helps them stay healthy. They are very cool to see! Can you find a bat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny living things can rest. They make a hard shell. This shell helps them stay safe. It keeps them alive in bad places. Then they wake up again. Can you imagine taking a long nap?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny living things are all around us. They are too small to see. We use special tools to find them. Some tiny things help us make food. They can even help us stay well. Can you find them too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny living things are all around us. They are too small to see. They live in the dirt and the sea. Some live inside your body, too. They help us in many ways. Can you find them?
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