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Baby Animals

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What Are Baby Animals?

  • Baby animals are the young ones of animals.
  • They are born small and need care from their parents.
  • As they grow, they become adult animals.

How Do Baby Animals Grow?

  • Most baby animals grow up to look exactly like their mothers and fathers.
  • Some babies are born from their mother's body, like puppies and kittens.
  • Other babies hatch from eggs, like chicks, ducklings, and baby turtles.

Special Names for Baby Animals

  • Many baby animals have special names that are different from the adults.
  • A baby dog is called a puppy.
  • A baby cat is called a kitten.
  • A baby cow is called a calf.
  • A baby lion or tiger is called a cub.
  • A baby sheep is called a lamb.

How Parents Provide Care

  • Many animal mothers provide milk to help their babies grow strong and healthy.
  • Parents build nests or dens to keep their young ones warm, dry, and safe.
  • Animal parents protect their babies by hiding them or fighting off danger.
  • Some animals, like birds, hunt for food and bring it back to their babies.
  • Parents teach their babies important skills, like how to walk, swim, or find food.

Lesson Summary

  • Baby animals are the young versions of adult animals.
  • They can be born alive or hatch from eggs.
  • Many baby animals have unique names like puppy, cub, or foal.
  • All baby animals need food, protection, and care to grow into adults.

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