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The Triceratops was a big dinosaur. It had three horns on its face. It also had a large bone on its head. It was very heavy. This dinosaur lived long ago. It is very famous. Do you like dinosaurs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrilobites lived in the sea. They had hard shells. These shells became fossils. We can find them today. They help us learn about the past. Do you like old fossils?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrogons are bright birds. They live in warm forests. They eat fruit and bugs. They make nests in tree holes. These birds are very pretty. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleNasturtiums are pretty garden plants. They have bright flowers. The leaves are round like shields. You can even eat the flowers in a salad! They grow well in the sun. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRainforests are hot and wet. They have many plants and animals. Some trees grow very tall. Many bugs live there too. They help us make medicine. Do you like the rain?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrout are fish that live in cool water. They live in lakes and rivers. Some trout swim in the sea too. They eat small bugs and other fish. People like to eat them for dinner. Do you like to eat fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrue toads are special animals. They live in many places. Most toads have bumpy skin. They do not have teeth. This helps them live in the wild. Do you like toads?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA truffle is a special food. It grows deep in the dirt. It lives near tree roots. It helps the trees grow. Many people love to eat it. Have you ever tasted one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA tree trunk is a strong stem. It holds the tree up tall. It carries food and water. This helps the tree grow big. It keeps the tree safe. Can you find a tree trunk?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tsetse is a big fly. It lives in Africa. It eats blood from animals. It has wings that fold flat. This fly is very tough. Can you find a fly like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe tuatara is a special reptile. It lives in New Zealand. It has bumps on its back. It has teeth on the roof of its mouth. These animals are very old. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTulips are bright flowers. They grow in the spring. They can be red, pink, or yellow. Some look like a tall hat. They grow from a small bulb in the ground. Do you like tulips?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTuna are fast fish. They live in the sea. They swim very fast. Some tuna are very big. People like to eat them. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTuracos are bright birds. They live in Africa. These birds have green and red feathers. They love to eat fruit. They are good at climbing trees. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe turbot is a big fish. It lives in the sea. It has a flat body. People like to eat it. It can grow very large. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTurtles are animals with hard shells. The shell is like a house. It helps keep them safe. They live on land and in water. Some are very big. Some are very small. Do you like turtles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome plants look like long sausages. They grow in wet mud. We call them cattails. They have soft fluff. The wind blows the seeds away. Animals use them for beds. Do you see them in a pond?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny germs can make you sick. They live in dirty water or food. This can make your tummy hurt. It can also give you a fever. We can stay safe by washing hands. Do you wash your hands?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome bugs can make us sick. Small bugs like lice or fleas carry it. They can give you a fever. You might also get red spots. Doctors have medicine to help. Stay clean to stay safe. Have you ever had a bug bite?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe T. rex was a big dinosaur. It lived a long time ago. It was a very large hunter. It had a big head and a long tail. It was a king of the land. Do you think it was scary?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese birds live in many places. They come in many colors. Some are brown and some are bright. They like to eat bugs. They are very good at catching food. Do you like to watch birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThese owls have heart faces. They live in many places. Some are brown or grey. They hunt at night. They use their ears to find food. Can you hear them screech?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour body makes pee to stay healthy. It helps clean your blood. Two small parts called kidneys do this work. The pee goes into a small bag. Then it leaves your body. Do you drink lots of water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMedicine helps keep us healthy. It teaches your body how to fight germs. This helps you stay well. It can help your friends too. We stay strong together. Do you like to stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people are scared of shots. They may wait too long to get them. This can make many people sick. Shots help keep us safe and healthy. We want everyone to stay well. Do you like staying healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTiny sacs live in cells. They hold lots of water. They can also hold food or waste. This helps plants stay strong and tall. It helps them grow fast too. Do you like water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome bats drink blood. They live in warm places. They find warm spots on skin. These bats can run on the ground. They also share food with friends. It helps them stay strong. Do you think they are cool?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlants have a special part that helps them grow. This part makes new wood. It also makes the bark on the outside. This helps trees get big and strong. It is very cool! Can you find a tree outside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlants have tiny tubes inside them. These tubes work like pipes. They move food and water. This helps the plant grow big. It keeps the plant strong. Can you find a plant?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVeins are tubes in your body. They carry blood back to your heart. This helps you stay well. Most of your blood stays in them. They are very important to us. Can you see them under your skin?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Velociraptor was a small dinosaur. It lived long ago in Asia. It had feathers on its body. It had a sharp claw on its foot. It was about the size of a turkey. Can you imagine seeing one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome animals use venom. They use a sting or a bite. This helps them hunt for food. It can also help them stay safe. It can even help doctors make medicine. Can you name a stinging insect?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVerbena is a pretty plant. It has small flowers. They can be blue, pink, or white. Some flowers grow in long spikes. These plants help butterflies and birds. They look very nice in a garden. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePeople help sick animals get well. They help pets like dogs and cats. They also help farm animals. This keeps our food safe. It keeps us healthy too. It is a kind job. Do you love animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe broad bean is a plant. It grows in long pods. People eat the beans for food. They can be cooked or fried. Some beans are for animals to eat. Do you like beans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe vicuña is a small animal. It lives in high mountains. It has very soft hair. This hair keeps it warm. We use the hair for clothes. It is very special. Do you like soft clothes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleViolets are pretty flowers. They grow in many places. Some are blue or yellow. Many grow in gardens. They can smell very sweet. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people cannot see well. They might see a little. Or they might not see at all. This can make walking hard. Tools can help them. Doctors can help too. Do you use your eyes to see?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYou use your eyes to see. Light hits things and bounces. Then that light goes into your eyes. Your brain helps you see the world. It is like magic! What do you see right now?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYour eyes help you see the world. They catch light from things around you. This light tells your brain what is there. It helps you see colors and shapes. It is like a camera for your head. Can you see the bright…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA walnut is a small seed. It grows on a tree. The seed has a hard shell. You can eat the part inside. It is very good to eat! Do you like to eat nuts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe walrus is a big sea animal. It lives in the cold Arctic. It has long white tusks. It has many stiff whiskers. These help it find food. The walrus stays warm in the water. Do you like cold places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe water buffalo is a big animal. They live in many places. They like to swim in deep water. They help people work in mud. They also give us milk. Do you like big animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA watermelon is a big fruit. It is very sweet and juicy. It has a hard green skin. You can eat the red part. It is a yummy snack. Do you like to eat watermelon?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Bill studied nature. He wanted to know how animals help each other. He found out that helping family helps genes grow. This was a big idea. It helps us learn about life. Do you like to help your friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA weasel is a small animal. It has a long body. It has short legs too. It can go into small holes. This helps it find food. We can see them in many places. Have you ever seen one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA weed is a plant we do not want. It grows where it is not wanted. Some grow in cracks in the ground. They can grow very fast. They make it hard to grow food. We try to stop them. Do you see any weeds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA weevil is a small bug. It has a very long nose. This bug likes to eat plants. It can eat grain or cotton. Some can fly, but some cannot. We can look for them in gardens. Do you want to find one?
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