TWO FACTS TO REMEMBER
What makes a whale interesting?
- Whales are mammals and must breathe air.
- Many whales communicate using underwater sounds.
Compare life in water with life on land: movement, breathing, and finding food all work differently.
Ocean ANIMAL GUIDE · AGES 5–10
Whale facts
for curious kids.
Meet the whale, a ocean animal connected with Oceans around the world. This short guide uses simple facts from our Hello, Animal! learning cards.
HOMEOceans around the world
SIZEGiant
GROUPOcean
GUESS THE ANIMAL
Can you solve this clue?
I live in the ocean, breathe air, and can be very, very big. Who am I?
Show the answer
It's a Whale!
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 whale fact in your own words.
3. Wonder
What would you like to learn next about this animal?
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QUICK QUESTIONS
Whale FAQ
Where do whales live?
This Hello, Animal! guide lists their home as Oceans around the world.
How big is a whale?
For a simple child-friendly comparison, we classify the whale as giant.
What is one whale fact to remember?
Whales are mammals and must breathe air.