Middle age
Middle age is a time in life. It is the years in the middle. Hair may turn gray. People still work and help others. It is a time to grow. Do you know someone in this stage?
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Migraine
Some people get bad headaches. These can hurt one side of the head. Lights or loud sounds might feel bad. You might feel sick to your tummy too. It helps to rest in a dark room. Do you know anyone with a headache?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMillipede
A millipede has many legs. It lives on the ground. It eats old, dead leaves. This helps the earth. It is a slow crawler. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMimosa
Some plants can move. They fold their leaves when you touch them. This is very cool to see. It makes the plant special. We can watch them move. Do you want to touch one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMitochondrion
Tiny parts help your body work. They make energy for your cells. This energy helps you grow. It also helps you move. They are like little power plants. Do you feel strong today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMitosis
One cell can turn into two. It makes a copy of itself. This helps your body grow. It also helps you stay well. The new cells are just like the old one. Do you want to grow big?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoa
The moa were big birds. They lived in New Zealand. They could not fly. Some were very tall. Some were small like a turkey. They are gone now. Do you like big birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMockingbird
Some birds can copy sounds. They sing songs from other birds. They even copy bugs! These birds eat fruit and seeds. They are very special. Do you hear them sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleModel organism
Scientists study small living things. They learn how life works. These helpers show how we work too. This helps us find new medicines. It keeps us safe and well. Can you name a small animal?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMole (animal)
Moles live under the ground. They use big paws to dig. Their fur is very soft. They eat worms in the dirt. This helps the soil. Do you like to dig in dirt?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMole cricket
The mole cricket lives in the dirt. It has legs like small shovels. These help it dig deep holes. It likes to stay under the ground. It can even sing a loud song! Do you want to dig like a mole cricket?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMonkey
Monkeys are smart animals. They live in trees or on the ground. Some are very small. Some are very big. They like to eat fruit and seeds. We can learn a lot from them. Do you like monkeys?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMonocotyledon
Some plants start from one leaf. These are in many seeds. You can eat them. Rice and corn are part of this group. They are very helpful to us. Do you like eating rice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoose
The moose is a very big deer. It is the tallest deer in the world. It lives in cold forests. The moose eats plants and sticks. It can move very fast. Do you want to see a moose?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoraceae
Some plants have sweet fruit. These plants can be big trees. They can also be very small. Some have white sap inside. You might eat a fig or a mulberry. These are in this plant group. Do you like these fruits?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMorus (plant)
The mulberry is a tall tree. It grows sweet fruit. The fruit can be red or black. Tiny worms eat the leaves. These worms make soft silk. Do you like sweet fruit?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMosquito
A mosquito is a small fly. It has long legs and wings. Some drink juice from flowers. Others drink blood to make eggs. This can make you itchy. Do you see them fly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoss
Moss is a tiny green plant. It grows in wet, shady spots. It makes soft green mats. Moss helps our air stay clean. It is a very special plant. Do you see moss outside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoth
A moth is a winged insect. It often flies at night. Many moths have dark wings. Some look like leaves or bark. This helps them hide. They start as small caterpillars. Can you find a moth in your garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMotivation
Sometimes we feel like doing things. It helps us reach a goal. You might want to learn or play. This feeling helps us keep trying. It is like a little push inside. Do you feel like playing today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMoulting
Animals can shed parts of their bodies. Some animals lose hair or fur. Snakes shed their skin to grow. This helps them stay healthy. It is like getting new clothes. Do you see hair on your pets?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMouse
A mouse is a small animal. It has a long tail. It has small ears. Mice can be pets. They like to eat food. We can see them run. Do you like mice?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMouth
Most animals have a mouth. It helps them eat food. It also helps them make sounds. Some animals use it to talk. It is a very busy part of the body. Can you use your mouth to smile?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMule
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Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMullet (fish)
The mullet is a fish. It lives in the sea. It can also live in fresh water. Some mullets jump out of the water. This helps them get air. People have eaten them for a long time. Have you seen a fish jump?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMultiple sclerosis
Our bodies have many parts. Some parts send messages. A sickness can hurt these messages. This makes it hard to move or see. Doctors help people feel better. Can you learn about the body?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuridae
Many small animals are in this group. They include mice and rats. They live in many places. Some live in forests. Some live in deserts. They can be brown or grey. We see them in many stories. Have you seen a mouse?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuscle
Muscles help you move. They are soft parts in your body. Some muscles move when you want. Other muscles work all by themselves. Your heart has muscle too. It keeps you going. Can you feel your heart beat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuscle cell
Your body has tiny parts that move. They help you run and jump. They also help your heart beat. These parts make you move. They are very small. Can you feel your muscles move?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuscle contraction
Your muscles help you move. They pull on your bones. This lets you run and jump. They can also hold things still. This helps you stay strong. Do you like to play sports?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuscular system
Your muscles help you move. They help you stand up tall. They also keep you warm. Muscles work with your bones. They make your body strong. Can you move your arms?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMushroom
Mushrooms grow from the ground. They can grow very fast. Some are good to eat. Some can make you sick. We must be very careful. Have you seen a mushroom?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMushroom poisoning
Some mushrooms can make you sick. They might look like good food. But they can have bad things inside. This can hurt your tummy. It is best to not eat them. Do you like to look at mushrooms?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuskox
The muskox lives in the cold. It has very thick hair. This hair keeps it warm. The hair can reach the ground. It helps the animal stay cozy. Do you like the cold?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMuskrat
The muskrat is a small animal. It lives in the water. It has thick brown fur. It likes to eat plants. It can swim for a long time. Can you see a muskrat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMustelidae
Many animals are in this family. They can be small or big. Some live in water. Some dig in the dirt. They have thick fur to stay warm. Do you like otters or weasels?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMutation
Tiny changes happen in living things. These changes can change how a thing looks. A flower might grow a new color. This can help a bug hide or stay safe. It is a way life changes. Do you see new colors in nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMycelium
Tiny white threads live in the dirt. They look like small roots. These threads help plants grow big. They also turn old leaves into food. It is a busy world under our feet! Can you find them in the soil?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMycology
Some people study mushrooms. They look at how they grow. Some mushrooms are food. They help trees grow, too. This helps our world. Can you find a mushroom?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMyriapoda
Some bugs have many legs. Millipedes and centipedes are in this group. They live on the land. They like to stay in wet woods. These bugs help the earth. Do you like looking for bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMyrtaceae
Many plants belong to one big group. These plants have woody stems. They often have bright flowers. Some even have a nice smell. You might see them in your yard. Do you like smelling flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNail (anatomy)
You have hard nails on your fingers. They protect your fingertips. They help you pick up small things. Your nails grow all the time. They are very strong. Do you like to trim your nails?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNaja
Cobras are special snakes. They live in many warm places. They can lift their heads up high. They also make their necks look wide. This helps them stay safe. Do you like snakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNarcissus (plant)
These are bright spring flowers. They are often yellow or white. Some look like little trumpets. They grow from a bulb in the ground. They make the world look pretty. Do you like these flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNatural History Museum, London
This is a big museum in London. It has many old bones. You can see a giant whale hanging up high. It is fun to see the animals. It helps us learn about our world. Do you want to visit it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNature (journal)
Nature is a special book. It tells us about science. It has news about the world. It helps us learn new things. It is very old. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNeanderthal
Long ago, people called Neanderthals lived. They lived in cold places. They used stone tools to help them. They also used fire to stay warm. They were very strong. Do you want to learn more about them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNematode
Roundworms are tiny worms. They live in the soil. They live in the sea too. They can be very small. They are everywhere on Earth. Do you want to find one?
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