by Maya Schwingel | Nov 12, 2022 | Animal Tales for Kids
Elephants make lots of noises. With their long trunks, they can make loud trumpet sounds. They can also roar, grumble, and snort. If you have been to the zoo, you have probably heard some of these noises. But, most of the time, elephants talk to each other with very...
by Jordan Herrera | Nov 11, 2022 | Animal Tales for Kids
Have you ever eaten a fish? Have you ever questioned where they came from and who caught them? In order to provide the fish you see in grocery stores, people travel far out into the ocean (even as far as the arctic!) to catch fish in large quantities, there are a lot...
by Tara Cerny | Nov 9, 2022 | Animal Tales for Kids
Flamboyant Cuttlefish: Love at first sight Metasepia pfefferi, or more commonly known as the flamboyant cuttlefish, has a very exciting way to attract a partner. Usually, these cuttlefish blend in, or use what’s called camouflage to avoid being seen and eaten by...
by Sydney McCallie | Nov 9, 2022 | Animal Tales for Kids, Play
Do you know a friend with a contagious laugh or smile? Has someone else’s good or bad mood ever rubbed off on you? Chances are, you answered yes to both of these questions. These forms of empathy, called behavioral and emotional contagion, are an important part of...
by Nike McCune | Nov 9, 2022 | Animal Tales for Kids
The American beaver (Castor canadensis) is one of nature’s most productive animals. What makes them so remarkable is their ability to build dams. These big barriers are made out of wood, rocks, and mud, and help the beavers stop water from flowing downstream. Because...
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