Balinese cat
The Balinese is a pretty cat. It has long, soft hair. This cat has blue eyes. It likes to play and talk to you. It is very smart too. Do you like cats?
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Ball python
The ball python is a snake. It lives in Africa. It curls into a ball when scared. This snake is a popular pet. We can see its smooth scales. Do you like snakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBalto
Balto was a brave sled dog. He lived in a cold place. He helped pull a sled through a big storm. He helped bring medicine to people. Balto was a hero. Do you like dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanana slug
The banana slug is bright yellow. It lives on the forest floor. It eats old leaves and moss. This helps the soil stay good. It uses slime to move. Can you find one in the woods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanded bullfrog
This frog has pink stripes. It lives in many places. It likes to hide in the dirt. It comes out when it rains. The frog eats tiny bugs. It is a busy little friend. Do you like frogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanded knifefish
This fish lives in many rivers. It is brown with dark stripes. It makes a tiny spark to see. This helps it find food. It can even breathe air. Can you see its stripes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanded palm civet
This animal looks like a small cat. It has dark stripes on its back. It likes to eat bugs and small animals. These animals live in the forest. We must help keep their homes safe. Do you like stripes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBandicoot
Bandicoots are small animals. They live in Australia. They have long noses. They use sharp claws to dig. These animals like to eat many things. They are very neat. Do you like to dig in the dirt?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanksia
Banksia are pretty wildflowers. They grow in Australia. Some are small plants. Some are tall trees. Birds and bees love their food. They are very special. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBanteng
The banteng is a wild ox. It lives in far lands. They have a white patch on their backs. They eat grass and fruit. This helps them grow big. They live in groups. Can you spot the white patch?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarbary dove
The Barbary dove is a small bird. It lives with people as a pet. These birds can live a long time. Some white doves are used in magic shows. They make a soft sound. Can you hear them coo?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarbary lion
The Barbary lion lived in North Africa. They lived in mountains and deserts. These lions had very long hair. They are gone from that place now. It is sad that they are gone. Do you like lions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarbary sheep
The Barbary sheep lives in rocky hills. Its coat is the color of sand. It has big, curved horns. These sheep can jump very high. They like to eat grass and bushes. Do you like to climb rocks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBariatric surgery
Doctors can help people lose weight. They do this with a special surgery. This surgery makes the stomach much smaller. It helps the body stay healthy. This can help people live longer. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarnacle
Barnacles live in the sea. They stick to rocks or ships. They have hard shells to stay safe. They use feathery legs to catch food. They stay in one place. Do you see them at the beach?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarn swallow
The barn swallow is a blue bird. It has a long tail. It lives near people in barns. This bird eats bugs in the air. It is a very busy bird! Do you see them fly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarreleye
The barreleye is a strange fish. It lives deep in the ocean. It has a clear head. You can see its big eyes inside. These eyes look up for food. Can you imagine seeing through your head?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBarry Marshall
A doctor found a tiny bug. It lives in the stomach. This bug can make you sick. He found it to help us. He is a hero for health. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaryonyx
Baryonyx was a big dinosaur. It had a very large claw. This claw was on its hand. It used the claw to catch fish. We can find its bones in the ground. Do you like dinosaurs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasa (fish)
The basa is a big fish. It lives in rivers. It likes to eat plants. Many people eat this fish for food. It can be very tasty. Have you ever tried it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasal ganglia
Your brain has a special part. It helps you move your body. It also helps you learn new things. It helps you pick what to do. This part is deep inside your head. Do you like to move and play?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasal shoot
Some plants grow new parts. New stems grow from the bottom. They can grow from the roots. This helps the plant spread. It can make a big group. It is like a plant family. Can you find a new plant?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasement membrane
Your body has tiny sheets. These sheets are very thin. They hold your cells in place. They help keep you strong. They are like a floor for cells. Can you feel your skin?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasidium
Mushrooms have tiny parts. These parts hold small seeds. They look like little clubs. The seeds fly out fast. This helps new mushrooms grow. It is a neat trick! Can you find a mushroom?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasiliscus (lizard)
This lizard can run on water. It has flaps on its feet. These help it stay on top. It lives in warm forests. It is a very cool animal. Can you run on water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasilosaurus
A long ago whale was a king. It lived in the sea. It was very big. It had teeth to chew food. This whale was a top hunter. Can you imagine a giant whale?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasket star
The basket star lives in the sea. It has many arms that branch out. These arms look like a basket. Some live in deep, cold water. They can live for a long time. It is a cool sea friend. Have you seen a star in the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasking shark
The basking shark is a huge fish. It lives in the big ocean. It eats tiny bits of food in the water. This shark is very gentle and kind. It is not scary to people. Do you like big fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasophil
These are tiny cells in your blood. They help your body fight. They can cause a sneeze or an itch. This helps you stay safe. They are very small. Do you have tiny cells too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBassaricyon
Olingos are small animals. They live in green forests. They like to stay in trees. They are active at night. They look like raccoons. You might see them in the wild. Can you find one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasset
Bassets are small dogs. They have very short legs. These dogs use their noses to hunt. They are slow so you can walk with them. They come from a place called France. Do you like small dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBat-eared fox
This fox has very big ears. It lives in Africa. It uses its ears to hear bugs. It eats many tiny bugs for food. This helps it stay strong. Do you have big ears too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBateleur
This is a big bird called a bateleur. It lives in Africa. It has black and red colors. It has very short tails. It flies high in the sky. Can you see its red feet?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBathypterois grallator
This fish has long fins. It uses them like legs. It stands on the sea floor. It waits for food to float by. It is a very cool fish. Can you see its legs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBatrachoididae
Some fish look like toads. They live on the sandy bottom. They hide to catch food. The males can even sing! They make loud sounds in the water. Can you hear them? They are very cool.
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaudet du Poitou
This is a big donkey. It has very long hair. The hair looks like locks. It comes from France. These donkeys are very kind. Do you like donkeys?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaurusuchidae
These were old crocodile kinds. They lived on land. They had very strong teeth. They were not like the ones in water. They lived a long time ago. Can you find them in a book?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleB cell
Your body has tiny helpers. They find bad things in you. They make things to fight them. These helpers keep you safe. They work hard every day. Do you want to be strong too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeak
A bird beak is a mouth. It helps birds eat food. It can also help them hold things. Beaks come in many shapes. Some are long and some are short. Do you see a bird today?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeaked whale
Beaked whales live in the deep sea. They have a shape like a beak. They use suction to eat food. They suck up squid from the water. These whales are hard to find. Do you like the deep ocean?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBearded vulture
This big bird eats bones. It lives high in the mountains. It has a black beard. This bird helps clean the land. It is very special. Do you like mountains?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeaver dam
Beavers build big walls in water. These walls make a deep pond. The pond keeps them safe. It also keeps their food close. This helps many other animals too. Do you like to splash in ponds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeech marten
The beech marten is a small animal. It has a white patch on its throat. It likes to eat fruit and bugs. It can live in rocks or buildings. We can see them at night. Do you like small animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBee-eater
These birds are very bright. They love to eat bees. They catch bugs in the air. They live in big groups. They make homes in the sand. Do you like bright birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBehavioural sciences
Some people study why we act. They look at what we do. They want to know why. This helps us understand people. It is very cool to learn. Do you ever wonder why you do things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBelching
Sometimes air comes out of your mouth. It can make a loud sound. You might do this after you eat. It helps the air out of your tummy. Babies do this too. Do you ever burp?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBelemnitida
Belemnites lived in the sea. They looked like squid. They had ten arms with hooks. These hooks helped them grab food. They lived a long time ago. Do you like sea animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBell's palsy
Sometimes one side of your face stops moving. It might make your eye droop. This happens for a short time. Most people feel better soon. It can happen to anyone. Have you ever seen a face look different?
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