Beloniformes
Many fish live near the top of the water. They swim fast. Some eat tiny plants. Some eat small animals. These fish are very cool to see. Do you like to watch fish swim?
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Beluga (sturgeon)
The beluga is a giant fish. It lives in big seas and rivers. It can grow very, very large. This fish is very old. We must help keep them safe. Can you imagine a fish that big?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeluga whale
The beluga is a white whale. It lives in cold water. They swim under the ice. They use sounds to find their way. This helps them find food. The whales are very friendly. Do you like whales?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeneficial organism
Some living things help plants grow. Birds and bears spread seeds. Tiny worms help the soil. Small bugs can eat bad bugs. These friends help our food grow. It is a big team! Can you find a garden friend?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBengal monitor
This is a big lizard. It lives in many warm places. It can climb trees well. It likes to eat many things. It can even swim! Do you like lizards?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBengal tiger
The Bengal tiger is a big cat. It has orange fur and black stripes. These cats live in the woods. They are very large and strong. We must help keep them safe. Do you like big cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBenign tumor
Sometimes a lump grows in the body. It stays in one small spot. It does not move to other parts. It grows very slowly. This can sometimes be a problem. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBenjamin Spock
Dr. Spock was a doctor for kids. He wrote a famous book. The book helped moms and dads. He told them to be kind to babies. He also liked to row boats. Do you know a doctor?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBennet Omalu
Bennet is a doctor. He looks at brains to help people. He found a way to see brain damage. This helps players stay safe. His work is very important. Do you want to be a doctor too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBennettitales
Long ago, there were special plants. They looked like small trees or bushes. They had leaves like feathers. Some had parts like flowers. Bugs helped these plants grow. Can you imagine seeing them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBenthic zone
Many things live at the bottom of the water. Some stay on the sand. Some hide in the mud. They find food that falls from above. This place is very special. Do you like the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBerkshire pig
This is a Berkshire pig. It comes from a place in England. The pig is mostly black. It has white feet and a white nose. These pigs taste very good. Do you like pigs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard Heuvelmans
One man loved hidden animals. He wrote many books about them. He looked for strange creatures. His work helps us wonder. He was a great explorer. Do you like to explore? Can you find a hidden animal?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernardino Ramazzini
A man named Ramazzini was a doctor. He helped people who worked hard. He looked at how jobs can make people sick. He wanted to keep workers safe. This helps us all stay well. Do you know what your job will be?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard Peyrilhe
A man named Bernard was a doctor. He lived a long time ago. He studied how sick people get well. He found new ways to help them. His work helped many people. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBerry
Berries are small fruits. They are often sweet. Some are sour. They can be bright colors. You can eat many kinds. We use them in cakes. Do you like berries?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeta vulgaris
Beets are plants that grow in the ground. Some have red roots. Some have green leaves. We eat them for food. They can be sweet. Do you like to eat beets?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBetulaceae
Some trees grow nuts. These trees are in a big family. They grow in many places. Some trees have very bright bark. You can eat nuts from some trees. Do you like nuts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBetula nigra
The river birch is a tall tree. It likes to grow near water. It has very pretty bark. Birds like to live in it. It is a special tree. Do you like to look at trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBetula papyrifera
The paper birch is a tree. It has white bark. The bark peels like paper. Moose like to eat it. It is a pretty tree. Do you like white trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBetula pendula
The silver birch is a tree. It has white bark. The bark peels off in flakes. The leaves turn yellow in the fall. Many birds like to live here. Do you like to look at trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiałowieża Forest
This is a very big forest. It sits in two countries. Many large bison live here. They are very heavy animals. You can see them in the trees. It is a special place. Do you like big forests?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiceps
You have a big muscle in your arm. It is on your upper arm. This muscle helps you lift things. It also turns your palm up. It helps you move your arm. Can you feel your muscle move?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBichon
A bichon is a small dog. They are good friends to people. Some lived with kings long ago. These dogs are very cute. Do you like small dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBifidobacterium
Tiny bugs live in your tummy. They help you stay well. These bugs eat the food you eat. They help your body fight germs. They are very good friends. Do you have these tiny bugs inside you?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBighorn sheep
Bighorn sheep have very big horns. They live on rocky hills. These sheep are good at climbing. They can find food in the mountains. They help us know if the land is healthy. Do you like big horns?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBikont
Some tiny living things have two tails. These tails help them move. They can be one cell or many. They are part of a big group. This group helps us learn about life. Do you like to look at tiny things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBile
Your body makes a yellow fluid. It helps you use fat from food. This fluid comes from your liver. It is stored in a small bag. It helps your tummy work well. Can you feel your tummy work?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBillfish
Some fish have long noses. They look like spears. They swim very fast in the sea. These fish hunt for food. They are big and strong. Do you like big fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBill Mollison
Bill Mollison loved nature. He found new ways to grow food. He helped plants and soil stay healthy. This helps our world stay good. He taught many people how to do this. Do you like to garden?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBinturong
The binturong is a big animal. It lives in tall trees. It has thick black hair. It smells like popcorn! This animal eats fruit and bugs. It has a long tail to help it climb. Do you like the smell of popcorn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBioaugmentation
Tiny living things can help us. They clean up dirty water. They eat bad stuff in the soil. This helps keep our world safe. It is like a tiny cleanup crew. Do you like helping out?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiochemical cascade
Your tiny cells talk to each other. One part tells another part to move. This starts a long chain of events. It helps your body grow right. It also helps your blood work. It is a busy job! Can you feel your cells…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiodegradation
Tiny living things break down old stuff. They eat things like food and leaves. This helps clean up our world. It can take a long time. Some things go away fast. Others stay for many years. Can you find old leaves in…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiodiversity loss
Many living things are in trouble. Some animals and plants are leaving Earth. This happens when they lose their homes. It is hard for them to live. We can help them stay safe. Do you love nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiofilm
Tiny living things stick together. They live in a slimy home. This home helps them stay safe. It can be on your teeth. It helps them share food. Do you see slime?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiogeochemistry
Nature moves in big circles. Things like air and water move around. They go from the ground to living things. Then they move back again. This helps our world stay healthy. It is like a big loop. Can you see how…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiogeography
Scientists study where living things live. They look at plants and animals. They see why some live in one place. This helps us know our world. It is a big puzzle. Do you like to look at nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBioindicator
Some living things show us if nature is healthy. Small bugs or plants can change if the air or water is bad. This helps us see if the world is clean. We can learn a lot from them. Do you like to look at bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological anthropology
Some people study how we live. They look at our bones. They look at our old family. They also look at monkeys. This helps us learn about us. Do you like to learn about people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological carbon fixation
Plants take things from the air. They use the air to make food. This helps them grow big. This food helps all life on Earth. It is a very big job. Can you see how plants grow?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological hazard
Some tiny things can make us sick. We use a special sign to warn us. This sign helps keep people safe. It tells us to be very careful. Do you see this sign anywhere?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological interaction
Living things live together. Some help each other. Some fight for food. Some even hunt for a meal. This is how nature works. It helps all life grow. Do you see plants and animals together?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological membrane
A thin skin holds a cell together. It keeps the inside safe. It lets good things in. It keeps bad things out. This helps you stay healthy. Do you want to see more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiological pest control
Some bugs help us. They eat bad bugs. This keeps plants safe. It helps our food grow. It is a smart way to work. Do you like bugs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBioluminescence
Some living things can glow. Fireflies make their own light. Some fish glow in the deep sea too. This light helps them find friends. It can also help them hide. Do you like bright lights?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiomagnification
Bad things can move through food. Small bugs eat bad things. Then big fish eat the bugs. The bad things build up inside. This can make big animals sick. It can even hurt birds. Can you see how food moves?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiomaterial
People make special things for our bodies. These things can fix a bone. They can even help a heart. They work well with us. These tools help us stay well. Do you want to see more?
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