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Researchers observe rare whale shark behavior at St. Helena, hinting at breeding site

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reproduction /ree-pruh-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of having babies or producing young animals Scientists are studying whale shark reproduction to learn how they give birth. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – at risk of no longer existing in the future Whale sharks are endangered because their numbers are getting smaller. conservationist /kon-ser-VEY-shuh-nist/ [noun] – a person who works to protect animals, plants, and natural areas A conservationist helps protect whale sharks by studying their behavior. ecological /ee-kuh-LAA-juh-kl/ [adjective] – related to the natural world and how living things affect each other Whale sharks face many ecological problems, like…
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Researchers observe rare whale shark behavior at St. Helena, Hinting at breeding site

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about whale sharks? Have you ever seen a picture or video of a whale shark? If so, where did you see it? If not, would you like to see one someday? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. marine /muh-REEN/ [adjective] – related to the sea or ocean The marine animals live deep in the ocean. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [verb] – to watch carefully The students observed birds in the park. technology /tek-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the use of science to make new tools or machines…
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Researchers observe rare whale shark behavior at St. Helena, Hinting at breeding site

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do whale sharks live in the ocean? Have you ever seen a whale shark in a photo or video? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 island /AHY-luhnd/ [noun] – \a piece of land with water all around it We stayed on a small island for one week. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – different from normal or usual It is unusual to see snow in April. reproduce /ree-pruh-DOOS/ [verb] – to have babies or produce young Frogs reproduce in water. expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of…
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Carnivorous caterpillar discovered in Hawaii displays unique hunting behavior

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©(Courtesy Daniel Rubinoff via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine life is like for an insect living in a big forest? Why do you think some animals are hard to find in nature? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unique /yoo-NEEK/ [adjective] – being the only one of its kind; special or unusual The artist has a unique style that makes her paintings easy to recognize. native /NEY-tiv/ [adjective] – belonging to a place by birth or origin The panda is native to China and lives in bamboo forests. survive /ser-VAHYV/ [verb]…
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Carnivorous caterpillar discovered in Hawaii displays unique hunting behavior

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©(Courtesy Daniel Rubinoff via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. camouflage /KAM-uh-flahzh/ [noun] – a way of hiding or blending in with the surroundings to avoid being seen The snow leopard’s fur provides perfect camouflage in the snowy mountains. rarity /RAIR-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being uncommon or unusual A total solar eclipse is a rarity that many people wait years to see. lichen /LAHY-kuhn/ [noun] – a small plant-like organism made of fungi and algae, often found on rocks or trees The old tree was covered in green lichen, giving it a soft texture. entomologist /en-tuh-MOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a…
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Carnivorous caterpillar discovered in Hawaii displays unique hunting behavior

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©(Courtesy Daniel Rubinoff via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever seen a caterpillar in real life? Do you think insects can be clever in how they survive? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual The museum has a rare painting from the 15th century. strange /streynj/ [adjective] – unusual or surprising in a way that is hard to understand I had a strange dream about flying cars last night. decorate /DEK-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to make something look more attractive by putting things on it…
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Global sea turtle populations show promising signs of recovery

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Would you like to visit a place where turtles live? Should schools teach more about endangered animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 offer /OF-er/ [verb] – to give or provide something that may be accepted or refused The teacher offered extra help to students struggling with the lesson. number /NUHM-ber/ [noun] – a quantity or amount of something, especially people or things that can be counted Tourist numbers increased during the summer holiday season. face /feys/ [verb] – to deal with or experience something difficult or challenging Many…
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Global sea turtle populations show promising signs of recovery

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine a sea turtle’s journey in the ocean looks like? If you could create one rule to protect animals, what would it be? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. recover /ri-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to return to a normal or better state after a difficult situation The economy is starting to recover after the long recession. illegal /ih-LEE-guhl/ [adjective] – not allowed by law Selling these products without a license is illegal in many countries. destruction /dih-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of damaging something so badly that it no…
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