Long reading passage of current news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Sea Otters eat shore crabs, which are primarily responsible for munching on marshes. Researchers analyzed how more sea otters in the marsh banks of California contributed to lower levels of erosion, which helped to preserve vegetation.Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use during