TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER
What makes a dolphin interesting?
- Dolphins are mammals that breathe air.
- Dolphins use clicks and whistles to communicate.
Compare life in water with life on land: movement, breathing, and finding food all work differently.
Ocean ANIMAL GUIDE · AGES 5–10
Dolphin facts
for curious kids.
Meet the dolphin, a ocean animal connected with Oceans and seas. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.
HOMEOceans and seas
SIZELarge
GROUPOcean
GUESS THE ANIMAL
Can you solve this clue?
I live in the sea, breathe air, and make clicks and whistles. Who am I?
Show the answer
It's a Dolphin!
TRY THIS TOGETHER
Turn one fact into a conversation.
1. Notice
Look at the picture. What body feature do you notice first?
2. Remember
Say one dolphin fact in your own words.
3. Wonder
What would you like to learn next about this animal?
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QUICK QUESTIONS
Dolphin FAQ
Where do dolphins live?
This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Oceans and seas.
How big is a dolphin?
For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the dolphin as large.
What is one dolphin fact to remember?
Dolphins are mammals that breathe air.