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1) Bigfoot
Some people believe that Bigfoot is a big hairy animal that lives in forests. That is scary for people who live near a forest. Bigfoot has other names: Sasquatch, Yeti, Abominable Snowman. But because some people say they have seen Bigfoot it doesn't mean that it's real. But Bigfoot stories can be fun or scary.
3) The Bone
What do we call people who dig up old bones? What do old bones tell archaeologists? Why is it important for us to know what people were like long ago? Let's find out about a different bone digger.
6) Grumpy Bear
Did you know that bears go to sleep for a long time until the cold winter is over? The other animals play and make a noise, but that makes Grumpy Bear cross. He can't get to sleep because of the noise. What does he do?
People need to act fast or soon there will be no more Hawaiian Monk Seals left in the world. We must stop over-fishing, polluting the seas and beaches and getting too close to them. Read about what else you can do to help save them from extinction, before it's too late!
8) Hero
Dogs are good at listening! When you read to a dog you forget about your reading trouble. The dog doesn't mind if you make a mistake. The dog loves your stories, and it likes being with you, too. Reading to a dog makes you a better reader because you get a lot of practice.
You could go to a sandy beach to learn to surf. The waves get bigger and then they break and turn white. A helper can show you how to pick a wave that is coming straight in. You will learn how to ride to the beach. Next you will learn how to stand up on your surfboard and balance as you ride.
11) Our Solar System
Earth is one of eight planets in our Solar System, that circle around the Sun. Our Solar System is just one tiny part of The Milky Way. The Milky Way is the galaxy we live in. There are hundreds of billions of galaxies in the universe.
Solar power is becoming a popular way for people to light and heat their homes. You might have seen solar panels on top of buildings. The energy of the sun is an unlimited resource and today we are finding more efficient and cheaper ways to turn sunlight into electricity. Do you understand how the sun's energy can be turned into electricity?
13) Rabbit's Ears
This is a legend, which is an old story that has been told for many years to describe how something happened. It was once believed to be true, but there is no way to prove whether the story is true or not. You just have to decide that for yourself!
14) A Robot's Trick
All sorts of clever new inventions are being made to make our lives easier. But what happens when the technology breaks down or when a very clever robot plays a trick? Read this story set in the future to find out.
Sea turtles are air breathing reptiles that live in the ocean. They live in almost every ocean throughout the world. They face many dangers as they travel the seas and nest on beaches. Why are sea turtles in danger? What threats do they face? How can sea turtles be saved? What can you do to help?
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