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These are special birds. They live on the ground. They eat seeds and bugs. They use strong beaks to dig. It is fun to see them. Can you spot a bird?
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Frank Pantridge
Frank was a kind doctor. He helped people with heart problems. He made a small tool to help hearts. It can go in an ambulance. This tool helps save lives. It is very good. Do you like doctors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFranz Joseph Gall
A man named Franz looked at brains. He thought the head shape told a story. He thought bumps on the head showed who you are. We know now that is not true. But he helped us learn about the brain. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFraser fir
This is a special tree. It lives in high mountains. The tree has a nice smell. It is used as a Christmas tree. Many people like it. Do you like the smell of trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrederic Bartlett
Frederic Bartlett was a smart man. He studied how we think. He looked at how we remember stories. This helps us learn. He was a great teacher. Do you like to tell stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrederick Banting
Frederick Banting was a kind doctor. He helped many sick people. He found a special medicine. This medicine helps people stay well. It was a very big help. Do you want to be a doctor too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFred Hollows
Fred Hollows was a kind doctor. He helped people see better. He fixed many eyes. He helped people in far away places. He worked very hard to help. Do you want to help people too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFredric Wertham
Fredric Wertham was a doctor. He worked with people's minds. He thought comic books were bad for kids. He said they caused trouble. Many people did not agree with him. Do you like to read comics?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFree-ranging dog
Some dogs live outside. They do not live in a house. They find food in the street. Some people give them food. They can be very smart. Do you see dogs outside?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrench Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a small dog. It has a flat face. It has big ears like a bat. Many people keep them as pets. They are very popular. Do you like small dogs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater butterflyfish
This fish lives in the water. It stays near the top. It can jump and glide. It looks like a butterfly. This fish eats small bugs. It is very cool to see! Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater crab
Some crabs live in fresh water. They live in rivers and swamps. They come out to eat at night. These crabs stay in small areas. We must help them stay safe. Do you like crabs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater crocodile
This is a small crocodile. It lives in rivers and creeks. Its skin is light brown. It likes to eat bugs and fish. It is a shy animal. Do you like crocodiles?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater ecosystem
Some water is not salty. It is in lakes and rivers. Many fish live there. We need this water to live. It is a special place. Do you like to swim in a lake?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater fish
Some fish live in fresh water. They live in lakes and rivers. This water is not salty. They need this water to live. It is good to learn about them. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater pearl mussel
This is a special mussel. It lives in clean rivers. It can live for a very long time. It can make pretty pearls. These pearls are very nice. Do you like shiny pearls?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFreshwater snail
Small snails live in fresh water. They can live in lakes or rivers. Most of them have a hard shell. Some snails eat green plants in the water. They are very interesting to see. Have you ever seen a snail?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrilled lizard
The frilled lizard has a big neck flap. It lives in trees. It eats small bugs. The lizard uses its flap to look scary. This helps it stay safe. It can be red or yellow. Do you like lizards?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrilled shark
The frilled shark lives in the ocean. It looks like a long eel. It has many sharp teeth. These teeth help it catch food. It is a very cool fish. Do you like sharks?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFritillaria
These are special flowers. They grow from bulbs. Some have pretty patterns. They look like bells. They can smell sweet or stinky! They are very pretty to see. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrogfish
The frogfish is a funny fish. It lives in the warm sea. It can change its color. This helps it hide from big fish. It can even walk on the sea floor. Do you want to find one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrogmouth
The frogmouth is a bird. It hunts at night. It eats bugs for food. It hides on tree branches. It looks like a piece of wood. This helps it stay safe. Do you like this bird?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrown
A frown is a face shape. Your eyebrows move together. Your forehead gets wrinkles. It shows you are sad or mad. It helps people know how you feel. Do you know how to frown?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFruit dove
Fruit doves are bright birds. They live in green forests. These birds love to eat fruit. They have many pretty colors. They are fun to see! Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFrustration
Sometimes we feel stuck. This can make us feel mad. It happens when things go wrong. It can happen inside our minds. It can happen from things outside. It is okay to feel this way. How do you feel when things are hard?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFuchsia
Fuchsia is a pretty plant. It has bright flowers. Many grow on small trees. Birds like to visit them. They look like colorful drops. Do you like bright flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFucus
This is a brown seaweed. It lives on rocky shores. It stays stuck to rocks. Tiny bugs like to live near it. It helps many small things. Can you find it at the beach?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFulgoridae
Some bugs are very bright. They live in warm places. Some have long heads. People once thought they glowed at night. They are not lamps, but they are pretty. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFunctional magnetic resonance imaging
A machine looks at your brain. It sees how blood moves. When you think, blood moves to new spots. This shows which parts of your brain work. It helps us learn. Can you imagine seeing your brain work?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFungicide
Some tiny things can hurt plants. These things are called fungi. We use special sprays to stop them. The sprays help keep our food safe. They help plants grow well. Do you like eating healthy food?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFungi imperfecti
Some fungi are hard to group. They do not have a way to make babies like other fungi. We use them to make tasty cheese. They can also make medicine. Do you like cheese?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFurry lobster
The furry lobster is a small sea animal. It has short hairs on its body. These hairs make it look soft. It lives in the deep blue sea. You might see them in the ocean. They are very neat to see. Do you like sea animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFur seal
Fur seals live in the ocean. They have very thick fur. This fur keeps them warm. They use flippers to swim. They can also walk on land. Do you like seals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleFynbos
Fynbos is a special place for plants. It grows in South Africa. Many plants live here. Most of them grow nowhere else. These plants are very pretty. They help the world stay bright. Do you like flowers?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGabriele Falloppio
Gabriele was a wise doctor. Gabriele Falloppius explaining one of his discoveries to the Cardinal Duke of Fe] He studied how bodies work. He found many new things. He found parts in the ear and the eye. His name is…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGadiformes
Many fish live in the cold sea. These fish can be very big. Some are small like a tiny toy. We can eat many of them. They swim in the deep blue water. Can you find a fish in the sea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGaëtan Dugas
A man named Gaëtan lived in Canada. He worked on big planes. People once thought he started a sickness. But science shows that is not true. He was just one person. Can you learn more about science?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGalactose
This is a type of sugar. It is found in milk. It helps your brain work well. It is white and sweet. Do you like to drink milk? We need it to stay healthy.
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGalanthus
Snowdrops are small white flowers. They look like tiny bells. They grow from bulbs in the ground. These flowers often bloom in the cold winter. They can even grow through the snow. Do you like seeing them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGaleaspida
These were old fish. They lived in the water. They had a hard shield on their head. It was like a helmet. This helped them. Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGallbladder
Your body has a small part called a gallbladder. It sits under your liver. It holds a special liquid. This liquid helps you eat fats. It is shaped like a pear. Do you know where your liver is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGallicolumba
These birds live on the ground. They live in the green forest. Some have a bright red patch. It looks like a red spot. They eat seeds and fruit. They are very pretty birds. Can you see the red spot?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGallstone
Small stones can grow inside you. They live in a tiny part of your belly. Most of the time, you will not feel them. Some stones can cause a big tummy ache. Do you want to stay healthy?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGame (hunting)
Some wild animals are called game. People hunt them for food. They also hunt for fun. Birds and deer are common. This meat can taste very good. Do you like to eat meat?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGang-gang cockatoo
This is a grey bird. It lives in the woods in Australia. The boy birds have red heads. The girl birds have grey heads. They like to eat flowers. Can you hear their loud call? It sounds like a creaky gate!
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGannet
The gannet is a big white bird. It lives by the sea. These birds dive deep to find fish. They use their long bills to catch food. It is fun to watch them fly. Do you like birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGar
Gars are old fish. They live in rivers and lakes. They have long teeth. These teeth help them catch food. They can even breathe air! Do you like fish?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleGarden cress
Garden cress is a small green plant. It grows very fast. It has a spicy taste. You can eat it in a sandwich. It helps your body stay strong. Do you like spicy food?
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