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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Sea turtles live in the ocean. They swim through the blue water. They have hard shells. Some shells feel like leather. These turtles are very big. They help us learn about the sea. Do you like turtles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA sea urchin lives in the sea. It has a hard shell. It has many sharp spines. These spines help keep it safe. It uses tiny feet to crawl. It eats plants from the sea. Do you like looking at sea life?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSeaweed lives in the ocean. It can be red, green, or brown. It makes the air we breathe. Many fish live in it too. It is very helpful to us. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe secretarybird is a big bird. It lives in Africa. It has very long legs. It walks on the ground to find food. It can stomp on bugs to catch them. Do you like big birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople help plants and animals grow. They pick the best ones to have babies. This can make bigger food. It can make cute pets. This helps us every day. Do you have a pet?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou can feel good about yourself. This feeling helps you do well. It helps you stay happy. It is good to like who you are. Do you feel proud of yourself?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour nose helps you smell. It finds yummy food. It can find things that are bad. It also helps you taste. Smell is a super power! Can you smell a flower?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body feels the world. You see and hear things. You can smell and taste food. You can feel heat or cold. These things help you know what is near. It is like magic! Can you name your five senses?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome trees are very big. They are the tallest in the world. They can live for a long time. These trees help our world stay beautiful. We must help them stay safe. Do you like big trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome fish live in the warm sea. They have big mouths and sharp teeth. They hide and wait to catch food. Many have bright colors. They look like a tiger! Do you like bright fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSesame is a tall plant. It grows tiny seeds in pods. These seeds are white or black. We use them for food. They taste very good! Do you like to eat them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome animals look different. The boys can have bright colors. The girls might be brown. Some boys are even very big. This helps them find a mate. It is fun to see! Do you see colors in nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSharks live in the sea. They are very big fish. Some are even very small. They have many sharp teeth. These teeth help them eat. Do you like the ocean?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe shiitake is a dark mushroom. It grows on old wood from trees. People all over the world eat them. They are used in many tasty foods. You can cook them in soup. Do you like mushrooms?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe body needs blood to work. Blood carries things we need. Sometimes, the blood does not move well. This can make a person feel weak. It is a medical emergency. We must call for help fast. Can you help a friend stay…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe shoebill is a big bird. It has a beak like a shoe. It lives in wet swamps. This bird helps us learn about nature. It is very cool! Do you like big birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA shrew is a tiny animal. It looks like a small mouse. It has a long nose. It must eat food all day long. It is very busy! Do you like small animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe shrike is a small bird. It has a sharp beak. It catches bugs and small animals. The bird puts its food on thorns. This helps the bird save food. It is a very smart bird. Have you seen a bird like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShrimp live in water. They have long tails. They use their tails to swim fast. They can also swim backward to hide. Many animals like to eat them. Do you like to eat shrimp?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA shrub is a small plant. It has many woody stems. It is not as tall as a tree. Some stay green all year. Some lose leaves in the cold. They can grow flowers or berries. Do you see shrubs in a park?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleShrubland is a place with many bushes. These plants can be tall or short. They grow in many parts of the world. Some grow in dry places. They help the Earth stay healthy. Can you find a bush near you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people feel shy. It can feel awkward. This happens around new people. You might want to hide. It is okay to be shy. Do you ever feel shy too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Siamese cat is a special cat. It has dark spots on its face and legs. These cats have bright blue eyes. They like to be near you. They are very smart too. Do you like cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a colorful fish. It lives in warm water. The fish can breathe air. This helps it live well. It has very pretty fins. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA sibling is a family member. They share a mom or a dad. A boy is a brother. A girl is a sister. They can be your best friends. Do you have a brother or sister?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA lady named Rachel wrote a book. It was about the earth. Some sprays hurt birds and bugs. This book helped us keep nature safe. It matters to all of us. Do you like birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSea cows live in warm water. They like to eat green grass. They have thick skin to stay warm. They are very slow swimmers. Do you like to swim in the water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSkates are flat fish. They live on the ocean floor. They lay eggs in a case. People call this a mermaid's purse. This case keeps the babies safe. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleToo much sun can hurt your skin. The bright sun can make skin cells grow wrong. This can make bumps or spots. It is good to use sun cream. This helps keep your skin safe. Do you like to play in the sun?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSkinks are small lizards. They live in many places. Some skinks like to dig in the dirt. They eat bugs for food. They are safe to be near. Can you find a skink?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe skull is hard bone. It is at your head. It keeps your brain safe. It also holds your face. It helps you eat and talk. Do you feel your hard head?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA skunk is a small animal. It has black and white fur. It has stripes on its back. The skunk can spray a bad smell. This helps keep it safe. Do you like skunks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSloths are very slow animals. They live high in trees. They eat green leaves for food. Being slow helps them hide. This keeps them safe from cats. They are very special. Can you move as slow as a sloth?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe slow loris is a small animal. It lives in the trees. It likes to move very slowly. It stays very still if it is scared. It eats fruit and small bugs. Do you like slow animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body has a long tube inside. It helps you get food from what you eat. This tube takes the good parts of food. It sends them to your blood. This helps you grow big and strong. Do you like eating good food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA vaccine helps us stay well. It stops bad germs from making us sick. Long ago, doctors used a special tool. This tool helped stop a big sickness. Now, the sickness is gone from the world. Do you want to stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSnakes are long animals with no legs. They live in many places. You can find them on most land. Some live in the sea. Most snakes are not scary. They use their bodies to move. Do you like snakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe snow leopard is a big cat. It lives in cold mountains. It has thick, spotted fur. This fur keeps it warm. Its long tail is like a blanket. Can you see its spots?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome animals live in groups. They stay close to help each other. This helps them stay safe. Parents also help their babies grow. It is good to work together. Do you like to play with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome plants are called nightshades. They grow all over the world. Some are yummy like potatoes. Others can make you sick. We use many of them for food. Do you like tomatoes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGoldenrod is a bright plant. It has yellow flowers. It grows in open fields. Many bees love to eat its food. It helps many bugs live. Do you like yellow flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body can feel many things. You can feel a soft hug. You can feel something hot. You can feel a tiny tickle. This helps you know the world. It helps you stay safe. Do you like soft things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSow thistles are green plants. They have yellow flowers. They can grow very tall. Some have a white liquid inside. You can even eat them! Have you seen one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome birds love to sing. They use a special box to make music. This helps them find friends. It also tells other birds where they live. Some birds even copy other sounds! Can you hear a songbird?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSorghum is a tall grass. It grows in warm places. People eat the small seeds. It is good food for us. It can also feed farm animals. Do you like grain?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGray plants hang from big trees. They do not have roots. They get food from the rain. Small animals live in them. They look like long hair. Can you find them in a park?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSperm are tiny cells from males. They help make new life. They have a long tail to swim. This tail helps them move. They carry parts to help a baby grow. It is a big job! Do you want to see more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe sperm whale is a big whale. It lives in the deep sea. It has a very large head. This whale makes loud sounds. It can live for a long time. It is a giant of the ocean! Can you imagine a whale that big?
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