TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER
What makes a squirrel interesting?
- Some squirrels bury nuts and seeds for later.
- Squirrels can help trees grow by forgetting some buried seeds.
Imagine how its habitat helps it find food, shelter, and space to move.
Wild ANIMAL GUIDE · AGES 5–10
Squirrel facts
for curious kids.
Meet the squirrel, a wild animal connected with Parks and woodlands. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.
HOMEParks and woodlands
SIZESmall
GROUPWild
GUESS THE ANIMAL
Can you solve this clue?
I scamper up trees and sometimes bury nuts to eat later. Who am I?
Show the answer
It's a Squirrel!
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 squirrel fact in your own words.
3. Wonder
What would you like to learn next about this animal?
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QUICK QUESTIONS
Squirrel FAQ
Where do squirrels live?
This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Parks and woodlands.
How big is a squirrel?
For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the squirrel as small.
What is one squirrel fact to remember?
Some squirrels bury nuts and seeds for later.