Coral reefs are full of ocean life. They provide shelter for fish and sea turtles. About 25% of ocean species live in coral reefs. We must protect reefs because they are important.

Volcanoes are powerful and dangerous. Hot melted rock shoots out when they erupt. Volcanic eruptions can destroy buildings and land. Scientists study volcanoes to predict when they might erupt.

Bees are important for our food. They pollinate fruits and vegetables when they visit flowers. Without bees, we would have much less food. We can help bees by planting flowers.

Brushing your teeth keeps them clean. You should brush in the morning and before bed. Clean teeth help you stay healthy. Don't forget to brush for two minutes!

Birthday parties are exciting. There is cake, games, and presents. Everyone sings the birthday song together. The birthday person makes a wish and blows out the candles.

Butterflies start as caterpillars. They make a cocoon and change inside. When they come out, they have beautiful wings. This change is called metamorphosis.

Sharks are not as dangerous as people think. Most sharks avoid humans and swim away. Only about 12 shark species have ever attacked people. Sharks are important for keeping oceans healthy.

Penguins live in cold places. They waddle on ice and swim in freezing water. Their thick feathers keep them warm. Penguins are built for cold weather.

Rain helps plants grow. Flowers and trees need water to stay healthy. After it rains, everything looks greener. Gardens would die without rain.

My teacher reads us a story every afternoon. She uses different voices for each character. Story time is my favorite part of the day. We all sit on the carpet and listen quietly.

Pizza is my favorite dinner. I like it with pepperoni and extra cheese. We order pizza every Friday night. The whole family looks forward to pizza night.

Dogs love to play fetch. They run after the ball with their tails wagging. My dog can play fetch for hours without getting tired. Playing fetch is his favorite game.