Cordyceps
Some tiny things grow on bugs. They live inside the bugs. This helps them grow big. People have used them for a long time. It is a very neat thing to see. Do you like bugs?
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Cordylidae
These are small lizards. They live in Africa. They have hard skin. Some have spikes on their tails. They like to eat bugs. It is fun to see them! Can you find a lizard?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoregonus
Whitefish are a type of fish. They live in lakes and rivers. Some swim in the salt sea too. They help us learn about water. We must help keep them safe. Do you like to see fish?
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Some bugs look like leaves. They have wide legs. These bugs drink plant juice. This juice is their food. Some bugs even carry their eggs. This helps the eggs stay safe. Can you find a leaf-footed bug?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoriander
Coriander is a green plant. You can eat the leaves. You can also eat the seeds. Some people think it tastes like lime. Other people think it tastes like soap. Do you like the taste?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorixidae
Small bugs live in the water. They swim like little boats. They use their legs to move. Some eat plants for food. They swim right side up. Can you find them in a pond?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCork (material)
Cork comes from the bark of a tree. It can float on water. It is also very bouncy. We use it to plug bottles. This keeps the drink inside. It is a gift from nature. Do you like using cork?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCornea
The clear part of your eye is called the cornea. It sits at the very front. It helps you see by letting in light. It also keeps your eye safe. It is very sensitive to touch. Do you know why you blink fast?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCornish Rex
This cat has curly hair. It is very soft. These cats like to stay inside. They like to stay warm. They can be any color. Do you like curly cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorn snake
The corn snake is a pretty snake. It is orange and red. It lives in the woods. These snakes help us by eating mice. They are safe to be near. Do you like snakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCornu aspersum
The garden snail is a small animal. It has a hard shell. The snail is soft and slimy. It hides in its shell for safety. It likes to eat plants in gardens. Do you see them in the grass?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorpus callosum
Your brain has two sides. A thick bridge connects them. It helps the sides talk to each other. This bridge helps you think. It is a very big part of your brain. Do you wonder how your brain works?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorriente
The Corriente is a small cow. They are very fast and strong. These cows are used in big shows. They can be white or many colors. They are fun to watch! Do you like to see cows run?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCortex (botany)
A plant has a special skin. It is under the top layer. This part can store food. It helps water move inside. Some parts even look green. It helps the plant grow. Do you see green plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorylus maxima
The filbert is a small tree. It grows nuts you can eat. The nuts hide in a shell. They grow in groups. You can find them in many places. It is a fun snack. Do you like nuts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorynebacterium
Tiny living things live everywhere. They live in soil and water. Some live on your skin. Most of them are very good. They help us make food. Do you see them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorynebacterium diphtheriae
Tiny germs can make people sick. These germs live in the throat. They can make it hard to breathe. A shot helps keep you safe. We can stay healthy together. Do you like to stay well?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorypha umbraculifera
The talipot palm is a giant plant. It grows in warm places. It has very big leaves. People use the leaves for hats. It grows flowers only one time. Then the plant dies. Do you like big plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoryphodon
The Coryphodon was a big animal. It lived in wet swamps. It liked to eat plants. It was very slow. It did not need to run. Can you imagine a big, slow animal in a swamp?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCorythosaurus
This is a duck-billed dinosaur. It has a tall crest on its head. This crest helped it make loud sounds. It ate plants like seeds and twigs. It lived a long time ago. Can you imagine a dinosaur with a helmet?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCotinga
These are bright birds. They live in warm forests. Some have very pretty colors. They love to eat fruit. Many stay in trees. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCottontail rabbit
The cottontail is a small rabbit. It has a white tail. This tail looks like cotton. These rabbits live in many places. They like to eat plants. Can you see a rabbit in a field?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCotylorhynchus
A long ago animal was very big. It had a round body. It ate many plants. Its legs were short and strong. It lived on the land. Can you imagine seeing one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoua
Couas are big birds. They live on an island. Some live in green woods. Some live in dry woods. They have bright skin near their eyes. They make short sounds to talk. Can you hear them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoucal
The coucal is a bird. It lives in many places. The dads help take care of the babies. This is very special. They build nests in green plants. Do you like birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCough
A cough is a quick puff of air. It helps clear your breathing paths. It can push out tiny bits of dust. This helps keep your body safe. It is a smart way to stay well. Do you ever cough?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCourser
The courser is a bird. It lives in dry, hot places. It has long legs for running. It hunts bugs on the ground. It hides by sitting very still. We can watch them run! Do you like to run fast?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCOVID-19 vaccine
A vaccine helps keep us safe. It helps your body fight a germ. This germ can make you very sick. The vaccine helps you stay well. It is good to stay healthy. Do you want to stay strong?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCownose ray
The cownose ray lives in the sea. It has a head like a cow. It eats clams with hard shells. It can live for a long time. Do you like to see fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCowpea
The cowpea is a small plant. It grows seeds in pods. Some seeds have a black spot. People eat these seeds for food. Cows can eat the plant too. Do you like eating peas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCowpox
Cowpox is a sickness. It can make skin spots. These spots can hurt. A cat can pass it to you. This helps keep you safe from other sicknesses. Do you like cows?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCowrie
The cowrie is a sea snail. It has a shiny shell. The shell looks like an egg. People used them as money long ago. Some people wear them as jewelry. Do you like shiny shells?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCow shark
Cow sharks are a type of shark. They have extra slits on their necks. These slits help them breathe. They have many sharp teeth. These sharks live in the sea. Do you like sharks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCoywolf
A coywolf is a mix of animals. It comes from wolves and coyotes. It can also come from dogs. This animal is bigger than a coyote. It is smaller than a wolf. It is very special. Do you like wolves?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrab-eating fox
This fox lives in the woods. It has a bushy tail. It likes to eat crabs. It also eats bugs and fruit. This fox helps us by eating pests. Can you see its red fur?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrab-eating macaque
This monkey has a long tail. It lives near the sea. It likes to eat crabs. Some monkeys even use stones as tools. These monkeys live near people. They are very smart. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrab louse
This tiny bug lives in hair. It eats blood to stay strong. It has big claws to hold on. It can make your skin feel itchy. We can stay safe and clean. Have you seen a tiny bug?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCraig Venter
Craig Venter is a scientist. He studies how life works. He looks at the tiny parts inside us. This helps us stay healthy. He also makes new kinds of life in his lab. Do you want to be a scientist too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCramp
A cramp is a tight muscle. It can hurt for a little bit. It can happen in your leg. You can stretch to make it stop. Drinking water might help you too. Have you ever had a cramp?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrangon crangon
Brown shrimp live in the sea. They hide in the sand. This helps them stay safe. They can change color to match the sand. People like to eat them. Do you like shrimp?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCranial nerves
Your brain has many tiny wires. These wires help you see and hear. They also help you smell and taste. They go to your face and neck. They help your body work. Can you feel them working?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrassulacean acid metabolism
Some plants live in dry places. They drink air at night. This helps them save water. They use that air to make food during the day. It is a smart way to grow. Do you like plants?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrawford Long
Crawford Long was a doctor. He helped people feel less pain. He used a special air to help. This helped during hard work. He wanted to do good. Do you like helping others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrested caracara
This is a special bird. It has a dark cap. It has yellow legs. This bird likes to walk on the ground. It looks for food there. It can live in many places. Do you want to see one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCrested penguin
Crested penguins are black and white. They have yellow hair on their heads. Their beaks and eyes are red. They live on cold islands far away. Both moms and dads care for the eggs. Do you like penguins?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCretoxyrhina
A big shark lived long ago. It was a very fast swimmer. It had sharp teeth for food. This shark was a king of the sea. It lived in the warm water. Do you like sharks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCRISPR
Tiny germs have a way to stay safe. They keep a list of bad germs. This list helps them fight. It works like a shield for the cell. This helps them stay healthy. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleCRISPR gene editing
Scientists found a way to fix tiny parts of life. It works like little scissors. These scissors can cut and change things. This helps make new medicines. It can also help plants grow. It is very amazing! Can you…
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