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Sometimes we feel sick. Doctors help us feel better. They can help with pain. They can help with a cough. This helps you feel good. It does not fix the cause. Can you feel better soon?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome old animals led to us. They lived a long time ago. They had holes in their heads. This helped them bite well. They are like our great aunts. We are part of this big family. Do you like mammals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSometimes, many signs happen at once. These signs can tell us about health. We call this a group of signs. It helps doctors know what is wrong. It can help people get well. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome flies are very big. They like to fly in the sun. The moms bite to get food. This helps them make eggs. They live all over the world. Have you seen a big fly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tadpole lives in the water. It has a long tail to swim. It eats soft plants. Soon, it will grow legs. Then, it will become a frog. Do you like frogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMarigolds are bright flowers. They can be orange or yellow. Some are even white. They grow in many places. People use them to make things look pretty. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe taiga is a big forest. It has many tall trees. Most of them stay green. It is very cold there. Snow stays on the ground a long time. It is a very special place. Do you like the snow?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tamarind is a big tree. It grows in warm places. It makes brown pods. The pods have sweet and sour fruit inside. People use the fruit in food. It can even make candy! Do you like sour treats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tapir is a large animal. It has a short nose trunk. This nose helps it grab food. Tapirs live in big forests. They like to swim in water. Do you like to swim too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tarantula is a big spider. It has a lot of hair. These spiders live in holes in the ground. They can be many colors. Some people keep them as pets. Do you like big spiders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleDandelions are bright yellow flowers. They grow in yards and roads. They give food to bees. Soon, they turn into white fluff. The wind carries the seeds away. Can you find one in the grass?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese tiny animals are called water bears. They have eight small legs. They can live in very cold places. They can even live in space! They are very tough. Can you find them in moss?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaro is a plant we eat. It grows in the ground. The root is a food. People eat it in many lands. It helps us stay strong. Do you like to eat roots?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Tasmanian devil is a black animal. It lives on a big island. It has a very strong bite. It is like a small dog. The devil can climb trees too. Can you make a loud noise like a devil?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany trees grow in these woods. Some trees have wide leaves. Some have thin needles. The weather is warm and rainy. This helps the trees grow big. We can find these woods in many places. Do you like to walk in the woods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body has tough bands. They tie muscle to bone. This helps you move. They act like strong ropes. They help you run and jump. Can you feel them move?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTermites are small bugs. They live in big groups. They eat old wood and leaves. This helps the earth stay healthy. They can be very busy! Do you like to look at bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTerns are birds that live near water. They have long tails and thin wings. Most have grey backs and white bellies. They can run well on the ground. Can you see a tern fly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTerriers are a type of dog. They were made to hunt. These dogs can be big or small. Most are very brave. They are good pets for you. Do you like dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny germs live in the dirt. They can get into a cut. This makes your muscles feel very stiff. It can make your jaw stay shut. A shot helps keep you safe. Have you had your shots?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany animals have four limbs. These are called tetrapods. They include birds and mammals. They also include reptiles. Some, like snakes, have no legs. We are part of this group! Can you name a tetrapod?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleKatydids are green bugs. They live in trees. Many look like leaves. This helps them hide. They sing loud songs at night. Can you hear them sing?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome plants make tea. These plants have pretty flowers. They can be pink or white. Many stay green all year. You might see them in a garden. Do you like to drink tea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAnimals stay warm or cool. Some animals make their own heat. They stay warm in the cold. Other animals use the sun. They sit in the sun to get warm. This helps them live well. Do you feel warm or cold today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas was a man who loved nature. He studied many sea animals. He taught himself how to learn. He even went on a big ship. He helped us learn about life. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour chest is a part of your body. It is between your neck and your belly. It holds your heart and your lungs. Hard bones help keep them safe. This part helps you breathe. Can you feel your ribs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese horses are very fast. They like to run in races. They are strong and brave. People love to watch them run. Do you like fast horses?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThyme is a small plant. It has tiny leaves. People use it in food. It can smell very good. It helps make food taste great. Do you like herbs in your food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou have a small part in your neck. It looks like a butterfly. It helps your body grow. It also helps you use food for energy. This part is very helpful! Can you feel your neck?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tick is a tiny bug. It lives on animals. It drinks blood to eat. This helps the bug grow. Ticks can live in warm places. Do you see them in the grass?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tiger is a big cat. It has orange fur. It has black stripes too. Tigers live in the forest. They are very strong. Do you like big cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tiger shark is a big fish. It has dark stripes. These stripes look like a tiger. It eats many things in the sea. It can eat a turtle. It is a very cool shark. Do you like sharks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTilapia are many kinds of fish. They live in warm rivers and lakes. They can eat plants and algae. Many people eat them for food. They are a good snack for us. Do you like to eat fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tinamou is a bird. It lives on the ground. These birds can fly, but they like to run. They eat seeds and bugs. They are very shy. Can you find one in the grass?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGroups of tiny cells work together. They are called tissue. They help your body work. They also help plants grow. Tissues build big parts like your heart. Do you have tissues in your body too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTits are small, busy birds. They live in woods and trees. They eat seeds and bugs. You might see them at a feeder. They are very smart birds. Do you like to watch birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tomato is a red plant. It grows on a vine. You can eat it in many ways. It makes yummy sauce for pizza. We use it in soup too. Do you like to eat tomatoes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour tongue is in your mouth. It helps you taste food. It moves food so you can chew. It also helps you talk. It even cleans your teeth! Can you move your tongue?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA toothache is a pain in your teeth. It can hurt when you eat. It can even hurt when you sleep. It might come from a tiny hole in a tooth. Taking good care of your teeth helps. Do you brush your teeth every day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny bugs live in your mouth. They eat the sugar in your food. This makes a sour liquid. The liquid can make holes in teeth. These holes can hurt. You can brush to keep teeth clean. Do you brush your teeth every day?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tortoise is a land animal. It has a hard shell. The shell keeps it safe. It can hide its head inside. They can live a very long time. Some live over 150 years! Do you like slow animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleToucans are bright birds. They have very large bills. These bills are light. They eat lots of fruit. Toucans live in big trees. They are very pretty to see. Do you like their colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome things can hurt us. They can hurt our bodies. Even water can hurt if we drink too much. We must be very careful. It is good to learn. Do you want to stay safe?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome things can be bad for us. Experts study these things. They look at how much we touch or eat. This helps keep us safe. They want to help people stay well. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople use plants to feel better. They use leaves and seeds. This helps them stay healthy. Families teach these ways to kids. It is a very old way to heal. Do you know any plants that help?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body has a plan. It is inside you. It tells your body how to grow. This plan makes the food you need. It helps you stay well. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body makes tiny parts. These parts are called proteins. They help you grow. Small tools read a code. They build a long chain. This chain becomes a protein. It works like a little factory. Can you imagine a tiny…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlants drink water from the ground. The water moves up to the leaves. It leaves the plant through tiny holes. This helps the plant stay cool. It also helps the plant grow. Can you find a plant outside?
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