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Grade 3 science · D.3 · Fossils and survival

Habitats and when they change

Animals live in habitats that give them food, water, shelter, and right temperature. When a habitat changes, animals can survive by moving or die if the change is too big.

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  1. Ravi and Kai are curious. A bird nests in a bush. What if the bush burns down?

    • The bird will stop flying.
    • The bird will stay and wait.
    • The bird might build its nest elsewhere. (right)
  2. In science class, Priya asks: A frog lives in a pond. If the pond dries up, what might happen to the frog?

    • The frog may move to another pond. (right)
    • The frog will stay and wait for rain.
    • The frog will grow bigger and stronger.
  3. Theo wonders: A squirrel lives in a tree. What happens if the trees are cut down?

    • The squirrel may find a new home. (right)
    • The squirrel will stop eating nuts.
    • The squirrel will stay and wait.

Tip: Animals live in habitats that give them food, water, shelter, and right temperature. When a habitat changes, animals can survive by moving or die if the change is too big.

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