Ocean ANIMAL GUIDE ยท AGES 5โ€“10

Seal facts
for curious kids.

Meet the seal, a ocean animal connected with Coasts and cold seas. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.

Friendly illustration of a seal
HOMECoasts and cold seas
SIZEMedium
GROUPOcean

TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER

What makes a seal interesting?

  • Seals are mammals that breathe air.
  • Their sensitive whiskers help them detect movement in water.

Compare life in water with life on land: movement, breathing, and finding food all work differently.

GUESS THE ANIMAL

Can you solve this clue?

I am a playful marine mammal with whiskers and flippers. Who am I?
Show the answer

It's a Seal!

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 seal fact in your own words.

3. Wonder

What would you like to learn next about this animal?

MORE ANIMAL FRIENDS

Keep exploring.

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

Seal FAQ

Where do seals live?

This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Coasts and cold seas.

How big is a seal?

For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the seal as medium.

What is one seal fact to remember?

Seals are mammals that breathe air.