Wild ANIMAL GUIDE ยท AGES 5โ€“10

Snake facts
for curious kids.

Meet the snake, a wild animal connected with Forests, grasslands and deserts. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.

Friendly illustration of a snake
HOMEForests, grasslands and deserts
SIZESmall
GROUPWild

TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER

What makes a snake interesting?

  • Snakes use their tongues to collect scent particles.
  • Snakes live on every continent except Antarctica.

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

GUESS THE ANIMAL

Can you solve this clue?

I slither without legs and flick my tongue in and out. Who am I?
Show the answer

It's a Snake!

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 snake 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

Snake FAQ

Where do snakes live?

This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Forests, grasslands and deserts.

How big is a snake?

For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the snake as small.

What is one snake fact to remember?

Snakes use their tongues to collect scent particles.