The Weird and Wonderful Echidna and The Very Peculiar Platypus

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What are the unique features of the echidna?

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Echidnas have spines on their back, a long snout, and they lay eggs.

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What are the unique features of the platypus?

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Platypuses have a duck-bill, webbed feet, and they lay eggs.

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What is a monotreme?

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Monotremes are a group of mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to live young.

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What is the main purpose of informational texts?

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To provide facts and information about a specific topic.

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What does 'unique' mean?

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Unique means being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.

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What are adaptations in animals?

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Adaptations are changes in an animal's body or behavior that help it survive in its environment.

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Why do scientists study animal adaptations?

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To understand how animals survive and thrive in their habitats.

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What is the significance of maps in informational texts?

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Maps help readers understand the geographical context of the information presented.

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What role do photographs play in informational texts?

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Photographs provide visual evidence and enhance understanding of the text.

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What is the difference between a platypus and most other mammals?

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Platypuses are unique because they lay eggs, while most mammals give birth to live young.