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In the August 2017 Issue
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Animal Stories
Thanks, Mom!
If animals could talk, here’s what they might say to their wonderful moms on Mother’s Day! …
Animal Stories
8 Reasons to Love an Octopus
April 26, 2026
Michele Reyzer
Animal Stories, Creepy Crawlies
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An octopus may not look cute and cuddly. But if you keep reading, you’ll discover eight reasons to love an octopus. …
Animal Stories
Mountain Goats
Which animals wear shaggy white coats and are sure-footed on slippery slopes? …
Animal Stories
Go Fish!
Lots of animals eat fish. But different kinds of animals have their own special ways of catching them. …
Animal Stories
Dancing with Egrets
Meet the reddish egret—a long-legged bird that dances in the surf for its dinner. …
Animal Stories
Listen Up
Many animals make surprising sounds. Match each animal to the sound it makes. …
Animal Stories
Look Who’s Pink
Did you know there were so many shades of pink? …
Animal Stories
Make Way for Snowshoe Hares
A snowshoe hare is no ordinary bunny. …
Animal Stories
Mighty Muskoxen
Join the herd to see how these animals live in their Arctic home. …
Animal Stories
Little Red Panda
Who’s red on top and black on the bottom? …
Animal Stories
The Scoop on Bird Bills
Every bird has a built-in tool that it uses to get the food it eats. …
Animal Stories
Ode to Owls
Discover the wonder of owls with these read-aloud poems. …
Animal Stories
Night Life
Meet 6 animals that are active after dark. …
Animal Stories
Headgear: Horns, Antlers, and Crests
August 24, 2025
Michele Reyzer
Animal Stories, Collections
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Check out the amazing things you can find on the heads of animals. …
Animal Stories
S is for Snake
What can the letter S tell you about snakes? A lot! …