Vocabulary
A small body of water
pond
What animal lives in a lodge?
beaver
What does a beaver do after it piles up logs?
It fills the cracks between the logs with mud and grass.
to snap off
break
What animal lives in a nest?
a mouse or bird
Why do hummingbirds build small nests?
They are tiny birds, so a small nest fits them best.
birds' mouths
beaks
What animals live in a mound made of mud mixed with saliva?
termites
What animal builds a limestone cup around its body for protection and grows together to make a coral reef?
polyps
in the form of
shaped
What animals live in burrows?
gophers
Why is a burrow a good home?
A burrow is a good home because it is out of sight of predators because it is in the ground.
the most hidden or inside parts
deepest
What animals live in dens that help to keep them warm?
polar bears
Why do animals need a home?
Homes keep animals safe from predators, rain, snow, or the hot sun. Animals also need a home to raise their babies and to survive the hot or cold weather.