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- Scientists study the zebra finch bird in a lab.
- This small songbird can learn new songs as adult.
- Researchers watch new neurons move in the adult brain.
- Neurons move through older parts of the brain.
- Cells push and shove past older brain cells quickly.
- This movement may help the bird learn new skills.
- It might also harm some old memories and cells.
- Scientists hope these results will guide future therapies.
Difficult words
- scientist — A person who studies nature or science.Scientists
- songbird — A small wild bird that sings songs.
- neuron — A cell that sends messages in the brain.neurons
- cell — A small living part of a body.Cells
- memory — A past event or information a person remembers.memories
- therapy — Medical treatment to help a person get better.therapies
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Discussion questions
- Do you like birds?
- Can you learn a new skill as an adult?
- Have you seen a bird that sings?
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