Year 3 science · C.15 · Living things
Animal habitat needs
Habitats provide animals with food, water, shelter, and space. All living things need these to survive.
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Jonah sees a bird building a nest. What does the nest help the bird have?
- Space
- Water
- Shelter (right)
Lena wonders: A bird builds a nest in a tree. What does the tree give the bird?
- Shelter (right)
- Water and shelter
- Food and water
In science class, Omar asks: A rabbit lives in a meadow. What does the meadow provide for the rabbit?
- Food and shelter (right)
- Space and food
- Water and space
Tip: Habitats provide animals with food, water, shelter, and space. All living things need these to survive.
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