Science·Animals of the World·conceptual
Animal Homes
Know that animals make or find many different kinds of homes — birds build nests, rabbits dig burrows, bees live in hives, hermit crabs use empty shells, spiders spin webs — and that these shelters protect them and their young
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is discovering the amazing diversity of animals around the world — learning how they have babies, find shelter, use camouflage, and adapt to different environments from deserts to polar regions.
Evidence of understanding
- Names at least 4 different types of animal homes (nest, burrow, hive, web, shell, den, lodge)
- Explains that animals need homes for shelter and to keep their babies safe
- Matches common animals to their homes
Assessment prompt
If you ask Animal Homes where different animals live, can they describe several animal homes — like a bird's nest, a rabbit's burrow, or a bee's hive — and say why animals need shelter?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.