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Sharks Are Super!

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Sharks Are Super!

Sharks live in the big blue sea. Some people think sharks are scary, but they are also very cool! Here are some reasons why sharks are super.

First, sharks are great hunters. They can swim very fast. This helps them catch food. Sharks eat fish and other sea animals. They have sharp teeth to help them eat.

Next, sharks help keep the ocean clean. They eat sick or weak animals. This helps other animals stay healthy. Sharks are like the ocean's helpers!

Also, there are many kinds of sharks. Some sharks are very big, and some are very small. Some sharks have funny noses! Each shark is special in its own way.

So, sharks are not just scary. They are cool hunters, ocean helpers, and very interesting animals. Next time you see a shark, remember how super they are!

Glossary
Hunters:
Animals that catch other animals for food.
Ocean:
A very big body of salt water.
Animals:
Living things that are not plants.
scary:
Making you feel afraid or frightened.
sharp:
Having an edge or point that can cut or poke things easily.

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  1. 1What do sharks eat?
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About this opinion / argumentative passage for Lower Elementary

“Sharks Are Super!” is a opinion / argumentative reading passage about Sharks, written for Lower Elementary. It takes about 1 minute to read (142 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.

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