Wild ANIMAL GUIDE ยท AGES 5โ€“10

Gorilla facts
for curious kids.

Meet the gorilla, a wild animal connected with African forests. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.

Friendly illustration of a gorilla
HOMEAfrican forests
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TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER

What makes a gorilla interesting?

  • Gorillas live in close social groups.
  • Gorillas eat leaves, stems, fruits, and other plants.

Imagine how its habitat helps it find food, shelter, and space to move.

GUESS THE ANIMAL

Can you solve this clue?

I am the largest living primate and live with my family in the forest. Who am I?
Show the answer

It's a Gorilla!

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 gorilla fact in your own words.

3. Wonder

What would you like to learn next about this animal?

MORE ANIMAL FRIENDS

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FREE LEARNING TO TAKE WITH YOU

Print, play, and visit the village.

The 50-animal Discovery Deck, stories, games, and Living Village remain free to explore.

QUICK QUESTIONS

Gorilla FAQ

Where do gorillas live?

This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as African forests.

How big is a gorilla?

For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the gorilla as large.

What is one gorilla fact to remember?

Gorillas live in close social groups.