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Monograph

Do you know what a book is? A monograph is kind of like a book, but it's usually about just one topic or subject.

Let's say you want to learn everything there is to know about butterflies. Instead of just reading a few different articles or web pages, you might want to read a monograph about butterflies.

What makes a monograph special is that it goes really deep into one specific topic. It's like the difference between watching a short video about something and going to a whole class about it.

Monographs are often written by experts who have spent a lot of time researching the subject. So, when you read a monograph, you can trust that you're getting really good information. Of course, it might be harder to understand than a book for kids, but if you're interested in a particular topic, a monograph could be very helpful!
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