Kindergarten science · C.14 · Living things
Five senses
The five senses help us learn about the world around us—eyes see colors and shapes, ears hear sounds, nose smells odors, tongue tastes food, and skin feels touch or temperature.
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In science class, Kai asks: What part of your body feels when you touch a cold spoon?
- Tongue
- Ears
- Skin (right)
Mei eats a sweet candy. Which sense is used?
- Hears
- Sees
- Tastes (right)
In science class, Maya asks: What part of your body feels when you touch a cold spoon?
- Eyes
- Skin (right)
- Ears
Tip: The five senses help us learn about the world around us—eyes see colors and shapes, ears hear sounds, nose smells odors, tongue tastes food, and skin feels touch or temperature.
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